What if carrying a backpack could change lives, yours and someone else’s?
Welcome to Happy, Healthy, Strong, where we focus on the simple, sustainable habits that build a healthier, stronger life. Hosted by Adam Lane, this podcast explores daily movement, nutrition, mindset, and strength without the fluff—just the real stuff that works.
Episode Highlights:
In this episode, Adam sits down with Tim Gilbertson, founder of the Warrior Foundation, to talk about the power of rucking, the mission to support local families facing childhood cancer, and how the upcoming Crucible event blends purpose with physical challenge. From personal stories to volunteer opportunities, this episode is a reminder that movement can serve more than just one purpose—it can serve a community.
Key Insights:
The Warrior Foundation offers support for families with children battling cancer, covering needs like travel and car repairs.
Rucking is a low-impact, accessible exercise that builds strength and cardiovascular health.
Starting with light weight and proper gear is key for injury prevention.
The Crucible is a 24-hour endurance event with multiple components: a 10-mile ruck, a 5K run/walk, and a team fitness challenge.
Volunteer support is critical to the success of the event and community engagement.
Rucking isn’t just a workout—it’s a mindset that builds resilience.
The emotional impact of community-driven events helps families feel seen and supported.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:37 Overview of the Warrior Foundation
03:37 Discussion on Rucking and Its Benefits
04:24 Practical Tips for Starting Rucking
04:51 Advanced Rucking Techniques and Challenges
24:12 The Warrior Foundation's Crucible Event
33:13 Details of the Warrior Basic Team Challenge
47:14 Volunteer Opportunities and Event Registration
50:22 Personal Stories and Motivation.
Call to Action:
Join the movement—literally. Whether you sign up, volunteer, or share this episode, it all makes a difference. Let’s support local families and build strength together.
Supporting Links:
Learn more or register for the Crucible event: https://warriorfoundationnfp.org
Closing:
Thanks for tuning in to Happy, Healthy, Strong. We’re grateful to have you here. If this episode inspired you, let someone know, or better yet, lace up those shoes and ruck with purpose. Stay strong, stay grounded, and we’ll see you in the next one.