Do Weighted Vests Work for Weight Loss?
Weighted vests are having a moment. Whether you’re scrolling social media or strolling in the park, they seem to be everywhere. The health claims surrounding them — fueled by diehard fans and TikTok testimonials — are just as widespread.
“The benefits to walking with a weighted vest are insane: your posture, your bones, increased calorie burn, your strength, your endurance. I could go on and on. Walking weighted has completely transformed my life,” said one influencer in a recent post.
In a video titled “How a weighted vest has changed my life,” another user proclaimed that after two months, she had improved her strength, endurance, and physique. But are weighted vests really a fitness breakthrough? That depends on a lot of factors, including your current fitness level and goals.
Excerpted from Healthline
