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Weighted vests have a myriad of health benefits—some of which might surprise you. Sure, weighted vests can help you build muscle and improve cardiovascular health by making walks, jogs or circuit ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It’s not surprising my doctor recommended trying out a weighted vest. Numerous studies have shown that ...

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It’s not often that we intentionally add extra body weight. But the latest fitness fad encourages it: Meet the weighted vest. You’ve probably seen them in your neighborhood, on power-walking pros out ...

The trendy workout accessory has “great benefits,” but as an expert tells PEOPLE, gym newbies shouldn’t just run out and get one Photology1971 / Alamy Stock Photo Weighted vests have become a trendy ...

If you’ve had a hard time changing up your workouts to increase the intensity or vary the difficulty level, weighted vests may be an option. They provide some variety and increase the efficiency of ...