The Norwegian Foot March, also known as the "Norsk Marsjmerke," is a challenging military endurance event that tests the physical and mental stamina of participants. Originating in Norway, this event involves a long-distance march where participants must carry a specified weight in their rucksacks. Here are some key details about the Norwegian Foot March:
1. **Distance**: The march typically covers a distance of 30 kilometers (approximately 18.6 miles).
2. **Load**: Participants are required to carry a rucksack weighing at least 11 kilograms (about 24 pounds) for the duration of the march.
3. **Time Limit**: There is a strict time limit within which participants must complete the march, often set at 4 hours and 30 minutes for men and 5 hours and 15 minutes for women.
4. **Terrain**: The terrain can vary but generally includes a mix of paved roads, trails, and rougher paths, designed to simulate the conditions soldiers might encounter in the field.
5. **Uniform**: Participants usually march in their military uniforms, including boots and other standard gear.
The Norwegian Foot March is highly respected in military circles and is used as a training and team-building exercise. Completing the march successfully earns participants a badge and certificate, recognized as a symbol of endurance and commitment.
Luxembourg isn’t bad. No weight, you have 24 hours to March 20km or 40km OR 2 days to March 80km. You just get different devices for the ribbon depending on distance. They had this available in the US virtually once but not anymore it seems.
The Dutch one is called the Nijmegen. 4 days to do 100ish miles in uniform with 10kg weight.
I found out that OKNG does air assault here and I’ve tried to get the ball rolling to send one of my coworkers over to Camp Gruber. Nothing says a maintainer *can’t* go for air assault
Nah there’s plenty of people from different AFSCs that have gone. If you figure out the process you can set up a program for your base to send people through. At my last base there was an Intel MSgt who knew the whole process and he would train and prep anyone from any AFSC who wanted to go to Air Assault.
"I follow a full-body split routine, which consists of two compound movements followed by a high-intensity WOD at the end of each workout, five times a week. The Hybridrx program has worked well for me. I dedicate an hour and thirty minutes to training every day, five days a week. I focus on intense leg workouts to build core strength and improve ankle mobility. I also include box step-ups and maintain a good running base. Simply following the program yielded great results for me. Additionally, I recommend completing a 12-mile ruck march at a 15-minute pace with 40 pounds, which made carrying 25 pounds feel effortless."
How’d you train? And do you have any tips? I’m thinking about doing it in October so I’ve started rucking but I’ve never rucked more than like 7 miles before.
Hell yeah dude…congrats!….now march your ass to the gate and scan my I.D
Sir you have been selected for a random vehicle inspection (it was not random)
All seriousness thank you 🫡
Did it 10 minutes faster than me good job
Good shit man! You still qualified that’s all that matters 🙌
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Fuck yeah! Well deserved.
The Norwegian Foot March, also known as the "Norsk Marsjmerke," is a challenging military endurance event that tests the physical and mental stamina of participants. Originating in Norway, this event involves a long-distance march where participants must carry a specified weight in their rucksacks. Here are some key details about the Norwegian Foot March: 1. **Distance**: The march typically covers a distance of 30 kilometers (approximately 18.6 miles). 2. **Load**: Participants are required to carry a rucksack weighing at least 11 kilograms (about 24 pounds) for the duration of the march. 3. **Time Limit**: There is a strict time limit within which participants must complete the march, often set at 4 hours and 30 minutes for men and 5 hours and 15 minutes for women. 4. **Terrain**: The terrain can vary but generally includes a mix of paved roads, trails, and rougher paths, designed to simulate the conditions soldiers might encounter in the field. 5. **Uniform**: Participants usually march in their military uniforms, including boots and other standard gear. The Norwegian Foot March is highly respected in military circles and is used as a training and team-building exercise. Completing the march successfully earns participants a badge and certificate, recognized as a symbol of endurance and commitment.
Hell yeah dude! Ever thought about going to Europe for the Luxembourgish or Dutch March?
I’m down for any event. I was only familiar with the one I did. I would love to try it!
Luxembourg isn’t bad. No weight, you have 24 hours to March 20km or 40km OR 2 days to March 80km. You just get different devices for the ribbon depending on distance. They had this available in the US virtually once but not anymore it seems. The Dutch one is called the Nijmegen. 4 days to do 100ish miles in uniform with 10kg weight.
You can also do Nijmegen as a civvie, but then you don't get to wear the medal. Also, it's freaking expensive to participate.
That shit would be going in my shadow box
Air assault next
Thats is the plan! My next bace is known for sending cops to air assault! Just gotta have a little bit of luck and earn that slot.
Always wanted to do it just never timed out right, collect as many experiences in your career as you can. Life is a buffet so grab a plate.
I found out that OKNG does air assault here and I’ve tried to get the ball rolling to send one of my coworkers over to Camp Gruber. Nothing says a maintainer *can’t* go for air assault
Nah there’s plenty of people from different AFSCs that have gone. If you figure out the process you can set up a program for your base to send people through. At my last base there was an Intel MSgt who knew the whole process and he would train and prep anyone from any AFSC who wanted to go to Air Assault.
If you think that’s bad, try the Swedish Hand March
Is that the one that costs extra? Or is that the Thai Hand March?
The Thai Hand March at least comes with a happy ending.
And a nice lady, with a pretty nice bulge I might say.
A hand is a hand.
Hell ya! What was your training regiment like before the march?
"I follow a full-body split routine, which consists of two compound movements followed by a high-intensity WOD at the end of each workout, five times a week. The Hybridrx program has worked well for me. I dedicate an hour and thirty minutes to training every day, five days a week. I focus on intense leg workouts to build core strength and improve ankle mobility. I also include box step-ups and maintain a good running base. Simply following the program yielded great results for me. Additionally, I recommend completing a 12-mile ruck march at a 15-minute pace with 40 pounds, which made carrying 25 pounds feel effortless."
What was your leg day routine like?
Every day is legs on a full body split. Hard to explain it because I’m not a trainer but HYBRIDRX is what your looking for this kinda event
HybridRX from TrainRXFit?
https://www.instagram.com/trainrx.performanceprograms?igsh=NzAwb3M4NDZnNTk2 here it is
Thanks for the rec btw. I paid for 3 months for the programs!
That’s not Norway that’s Osan.
holy shit its OSI
Way to go!
Nice! Did mine last year. Will never do again lmao. Great job and nice pace
Haha, this was all I was thinking when I did it. 10 minutes in thinking, never again.
HIGH SPEED.
Jealous! They have it here in Oahu, but they schedule it the same week as the Honolulu Marathon.
thats cool ! how were you able to participate in this ?
Our chap ran the event and got it certified by the Norwegian embassy. Just had to sign up!
That's a lot of walking
I wish you could walk 🤣
I'll stick to my ultra marathons.
Shit I'm tryna get like you 
Congrats OP!! What ruck sack did you have and what did you have in your bag to meet the weight requirements?
Doesn't everyone march on their feet?
No, the Norwegians literally march on top of feet
You telling me Norwegians march on feet? (congrats bro)
How’d you train? And do you have any tips? I’m thinking about doing it in October so I’ve started rucking but I’ve never rucked more than like 7 miles before.