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Feb 8Liked by Carla DiGirolamo, MD

I LOVE this! I'm an avid walker and I'm absolutely going to add rucking to my routine. Behavioural trainers for dogs recommend a weighted backpack for dogs that were bred to work to give them a job. Perhaps my goldendoodle and I can ruck together. 🙂 I'm so happy to have found your page recently, Carla. The content is fantastic.

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Hi Elizabeth! Thanks for reading! Yes! I had the same problem when I started increasing my weight. The vest really helps! One tip - make sure the waist strap is really snug - that will take some of the strain off of the tops of your shoulders. Enjoy!

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Thank you for the link! I have been searching for a comfortable alternative to my backpack I fill with a couple dumbbells. I’ve tried Go Ruck backpacks before but they are not comfortable on me. My backpack worked fine until I added a little more weight, the poor distribution of weight made my neck and shoulders sore after a walk. I will give this vest a try.

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