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.

Adding external resistance, like a weighted vest, can be a safe and effective way to combat bone density loss in postmenopausal women, according to a 2022 study in Contemporary Clinical Trials ...

Who should think twice about weighted vests While weighted vests offer amazing benefits, they’re not for everyone. Women with severe osteoporosis, previous fractures or balance issues should ...

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Author of The Comfort Crisis, Michael Easter is also a strong proponent for rucking or walking in a weighted vest, especially ...

"A weighted vest is a piece of fitness equipment worn ... from improving cardiovascular health and bone density (particularly important for women as we age) to boosting mental wellbeing and ...

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