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- I Built the Rucking App I Wish I Had When I Started
I finally built the rucking app I wish I had when I started my 90-lb weight loss journey. It tracks real ruck calories using your bodyweight, pack weight, distance, effort level, and pack type—things most fitness trackers ignore. Watch the demo, see it in action on the trail, and grab it now on Google Play. Continue reading - Why I Bought a Trap Bar and Two Sets of CAP Bumper Plates During Prime Day
I picked up a CAP trap bar and two sets of bumper plates during Prime Day — about 70¢ per pound with free shipping. Here’s why it’s the best move I’ve made for counteracting desk life. Continue reading - My Custom 26-Foot Carbon Fiber Pool Pole
I always wanted a pool pole that could handle the biggest jobs. This custom 26-foot carbon fiber pole is stronger, lighter, and longer than aluminum — with quick releases that make it fast and fun to use. Continue reading - Daily Prompt — What Life Without a Computer Looks Like
Life without a computer wouldn’t change much for me—I already spend hours outdoors rucking and working in the Texas sun. The real difference is economic: computers help me connect, grow my pool business, and share projects like Rucking.pro. For me, the key isn’t abandoning technology, but finding balance between time outside and intentional time online. Continue reading - Why I Made the Rocket Equation Calculator (and What It Means for Space Travel)
The rocket equation doesn’t lie. Starship can’t reach Mars, can’t land, and can’t even reach orbit properly. This post breaks down why I built TheRocketEquation.com — to bring physics back into the space race. Continue reading - 🧠 Why I Built a Full Rucking Weight Loss Calculator
Most people don’t realize how effective rucking is for fat loss — or how off their smart watch really is. This calculator fixes that. Here’s why I built Continue reading - The Irony of Ozempic: Paying for the Willpower You Refused to Build
Ozempic is marketed as medicine, but it's really a subscription to self-denial. You're not gaining health — you're outsourcing willpower, gambling with your hormones, and calling it progress. Continue reading - How Many Calories Does Rucking Burn? Here’s the Calculator I Built to Find Out
Most fitness apps lie to you about rucking. I built a free calorie calculator that gives real estimates based on your weight, added load, and intensity — no sign-up, no BS. Continue reading - Facebook Won’t Let You Search Kratom — But It’ll Sell You 7-OH Candy That Can Kill You
Facebook blocks users from searching the word “kratom,” but still allows paid ads for unregulated 7-OH products — a synthetic compound known to cause respiratory shutdown in small doses. This article breaks down the platform’s dangerous double standard. Continue reading - Rucking Over 50: How a Weighted Vest Can Save You From Medical Debt (and Early Death)
Rucking is one of the most effective and accessible ways to lose fat, gain strength, and avoid medical debt — especially if you're over 50. Learn why walking with weight works when other fitness routines fail. Continue reading
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I Built the Rucking App I Wish I Had When I Started
I finally built the rucking app I wish I had when I started my 90-lb weight loss journey. It tracks real ruck calories using your bodyweight, pack weight, distance, effort level, and pack type—things most fitness trackers ignore. Watch the demo, see it in action on the trail, and grab it now on Google Play. Continue reading
How Many Calories Does Rucking Burn? Here’s the Calculator I Built to Find Out
Most fitness apps lie to you about rucking. I built a free calorie calculator that gives real estimates based on your weight, added load, and intensity — no sign-up, no BS. Continue reading
EXTRA Rewards Lied, Stalled, and Stole My Points — A Case Study in App-Based Financial Gaslighting
EXTRA promised to build credit and reward loyalty. Instead, they lied, stalled, and erased my points — and I’ve got the full story. Continue reading
Posted in Build Credit, Scams
Tagged app scam, consumer rights, credit builder, debit card, extra card, fintech, personal finance, Preston Shamblen, rewards fraud, rewards scam, stolen points
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🪚 Building a Backyard Discovery Arcadia Cedar Gazebo – Step-by-Step with My Brother
We built the Backyard Discovery Arcadia 12 x 9.5 cedar gazebo at my brother’s house in Texas — filmed in 4K with full build details, time-lapse, and pricing info. Here’s how it went, and how you can get the same kit. Continue reading
Posted in DIY Projects, Point Venture Adventures
Tagged arcadia gazebo, backyard build, backyard discovery, backyard discovery arcadia, backyard upgrade, cedar gazebo, DIY gazebo, gazebo, gazebo review, gazebo time lapse, home improvement, outdoor projects, Preston Shamblen, real cedar, texas backyard
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Christmas: Holiday G.O.A.T.?
Is Christmas the greatest holiday of all time? A personal reflection on why it’s not just the best—but maybe the most necessary. Continue reading
Helping a Turtle Cross the Road Safely
I helped a turtle cross the road safely into the water it was heading toward. Here’s why it’s important to always move turtles in the direction they’re going! Continue reading
How I Use Social Media
I use social media like a crowbar—to pry open reach and pull people back to what I actually own: my site. Here’s how I flip the algorithm and use it to my advantage. Continue reading
Posted in Daily Prompt Responses, Day One Daily Prompts!, Social Media, Technology, Web Development
Tagged algorithm hacks, build your own website, content creation, content funnel, creator economy, dailyprompt, dailyprompt-1914, digital independence, digital minimalism, how I use social media, own your platform, Preston Shamblen, social media strategy
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Personal Training with Preston Shamblen
I didn’t become a certified personal trainer because I needed a job—I did it because I wanted to know everything I could about real, lasting transformation. After losing 90 pounds and training for years, I realized the learning never stops. This page shares my story, my certifications, and what’s coming next for those ready to change their lives.
One Mile, 105 Pounds, and the Real Measure of Power: My Journey to 3rd Place in Rogue Fitness’ ‘The Heavy’ Challenge
I carried 105 pounds for a mile in 14:03—landing 3rd place in Rogue Fitness’ “The Heavy” challenge for 2025. This post breaks down the full video, gear, calorie burn, and how rucking helped me lose 90 pounds and get under 10% body fat. Real power isn’t money—it’s work you can measure. Continue reading
Posted in Health and Fitness
Tagged 100 pound ruck, apple watch ultra 2, bucked up, calorie burn, camelbak, fat burning, fitness journey, fitness transformation, gopro max 360, personal training, Preston Shamblen, rogue fitness, ruck challenge, ruck training, rucking, the heavy, weight loss, wolf tactical
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Supplements and Nutrition I Use or Have Used: A Glossary-Style Guide
Protein: Orgain Organic Protein + Superfoods Powder Vitamins: vitafusion Gummy Vitamins for Men, Berry Flavored Daily Multivitamins for Men, 150 count Ma… Continue reading
Posted in Health and Fitness
Tagged amino acids, Beta Alanine, bucked up, consume, creatine, fitness glossary, fitness journey, fitness supplements, IGF-1, L-Citrulline, muscle recovery, natural supplements, nutrition, nutrition stack, performance supplements, personal training, pre-workout, Preston Shamblen, protein, protein powder, supplements, vitamins, weight loss
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My Favorite Protein Smoothie Recipe For Muscle Gain And Weight Loss
This is my go-to protein smoothie recipe for building muscle, losing fat, and fueling workouts. Quick to make, customizable, and packed with ingredients that actually work—this blend helped me lose 25 lbs and stay consistent. Plus, I break down the why behind every ingredient and include helpful links to recreate it at home. Continue reading
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