GREENE COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) — Rucking, a military-inspired activity that involves walking with a weighted backpack, is gaining popularity as a way to challenge both the mind and body. In honor of Veterans Day, some participants got the chance to experience this physical and mental test at the annual Ruck the Ridge event. The event, which took place in the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills, pays tribute to active-duty military personnel, veterans, and first responders.