More recently, a study by the University of Gothenburg found that the same effect could apply to us humans. They put 69 ...

Amazon shoppers report this little vest is well-built and offers a serious challenge. One said it’s “easy to adjust” and ...

Some research suggests that running with extra weight can increase cardiovascular demand and build power. A recent review ...

Strength training has become a big part of my life over the last couple of years, and a weighted vest and a pair of ankle weights have become my go-to on days when I can't get to the gym.

I love a fitness challenge, so when I was offered the chance to test out a weighted vest I thought it would be a great way to start the new year. As the name suggests, a weighted vest is a gilet ...

From SAS badasses to WH team members and Gemma Atkinson in her home gym, weighted vests are a versatile piece of gym equipment loved by many across the fit-sphere. Pretty 'does what it says on the ...

So, shoring up bone health is a non-negotiable—and a weighted vest just might be the tool you didn’t know you needed to do it. Weighted vests are gaining popularity as a low-impact tool for ...

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