We’re betting you’re pretty familiar with most of the equipment around the gym by now. Cable machine? Check. Swiss ball? Done. TRX? No problem. But some workout gear just looks intimidating. Case in ...

The best weighted vests for men for CrossFit, running, hiking, and every other workout that needs some extra heft, especially ...

You realize the importance of a healthy heart and strong muscles, but have you ever thought about training your bones? Nearly 20 percent of women under 30 already showing signs of low bone density and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Regardless of age, we should all be considering ways to improve or maintain bone health. This is ...

The humble walk has gained a trendy new accessory: the weighted vest. Historically used by CrossFitters and soldiers-in-training, these devices strap right on to your chest to add—you guessed it—extra ...

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 ...

For years, the military and law enforcement have used weighted vests for conditioning. Today, thanks in part to social media, more regular folks are strapping them on to get more out of their workouts ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. – There is a growing exercise trend of people wearing weighted vests while working out. Enthusiasts claim on social media and elsewhere these vests can improve weight loss, ...

A weighted vest is a garment with sewn-in or removable weights. When worn during a walk, weighted vests increase your body weight, and, therefore, the intensity of your workout. Using a weighted vest ...

A weighted hula hoop provides a fun and accessible way to lose weight and improve core strength. It is a safe way to exercise for most people, but those with injuries or chronic pain should speak with ...