Weighted vests have become a popular addition to fitness routines, especially for women who want to enhance their workouts.

While wearing a weighted vest increases the energy expenditure of aerobic and resistance exercise, research to show it leads to greater fat loss or retaining muscle mass is somewhat inconclusive. One ...

Weighted vests used on a run or during cross training can help you by boosting cardiovascular health, improving bone density, ...

Loved by celebrities like Davina McCall and many on the WH team, weighted vests are a versatile bit of kit to test your strength and cardio fitness.

Weighted vests are gaining popularity among women over 40 for their potential benefits in building strength and bone density. This growing fitness trend has caught the attention of celebrities and ...

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Find out how weighted vests can enhance bone-strengthening workouts, reduce risk fracture, and improve overall bone density for women at risk of osteoporosis.