In this episode, I talk with Dean Pullman, founder and CEO of Man Flow Yoga, to break down how yoga for ruckers can improve posture, reduce pain, and increase longevity under load without requiring flexibility, experience, or long classes.

Dean explains why most ruckers struggle with mobility due to years of sitting, poor posture, and limited movement patterns and how rucking can expose those weaknesses if flexibility and stability are ignored. You’ll learn how rucking flexibility directly impacts back health, hip function, and recovery, and why short, consistent mobility sessions are more effective than doing nothing at all.

The episode also covers:

• Why flexibility is a performance tool, not just stretching
• Common yoga mistakes that lead to injury (and how to avoid them)
• Simple pre-ruck and post-ruck mobility routines
• How breathing improves movement, posture, and recovery
• How ruckers can build a sustainable rucking recovery routine with as little as 5–10 minutes a day

Whether you’re brand new to rucking or looking to keep rucking pain-free for decades, this episode provides practical, no-nonsense guidance you can apply immediately.

Links & Resources

• Man Flow Yoga – Official Site
• Free Beginner Yoga for Men 7-Day Challenge
• Follow The Rucker’s Edge on Instagram: @theruckersedgepod

Notes:

• Music Credit: "Play This Game" by Black Rhomb.
• I'm not a doctor, and this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your physician before starting any new exercise or physical activity.