Wearable weights are a great way to add intensity to walks. What makes weighted vests so nice is that they don’t cause stress to your limbs like wrist and ankle weights do. You can also control how much weight is on them, making it a customizable workout every time.
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2019). Physical activity: Adults.
Mierzwicki, J. T. (2019). Weighted vest training in community-dwelling older adults: A randomized, controlled pilot study. Physical Activity and Health.
Nauman, J., et al. (2019). Walking in the fast lane: High-intensity walking for improved fitness and health outcomes. Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
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