When the fitness company Peloton added weighted-vest classes to its streaming exercise offerings in May 2025, its members rejoiced, says instructor Rebecca Kennedy. “They were like, ‘Finally! You ...

Start with conventional strength training before adding a weighted vest to runs, says Beutel. He also advises that a runner ...

You may have seen more and more people wearing weighted vests while walking, running or doing other activities. (Photo: Getty) Should you get this on your chest as opposed to off it? You may have seen ...

If you've been on FitTok lately, you have probably noticed some influencers wearing weighted vests along with ankle weights during their hot girl walks. Although I can't speak to the ankle weights ...

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From supporting bone health to maintaining a healthy body composition, weighted vests could be a simple tool for menopausal women to stay fit and healthy. Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN ...

Weighted vests seem to be everywhere lately. They’re showing up at the gym, on walking trails, in public parks and all over social media, where plenty of people swear by the added challenge. The idea ...

If you see Start TODAY fitness trainer Lacee Green walking her dog or power walking to log her daily steps, she will be wearing a weighted vest. “I wear my weighted vest throughout the day whether it ...

Whether you’re out for a hot girl walk or just scrolling through TikTok, you might be noticing more and more women sporting a weighted vest during physical activity. The trend has taken off as a ...

Consider us convinced that weighted vests just may be the most approachable way to level up your fitness this year. Here’s what happened when we suited up to try this trend. Share on Pinterest ...