The last thing I want is to channel my inner Pete Hegseth—or any off-duty cop, for that matter. I first learned about the ...

Michael Easter, author of The Comfort Crisis, is also a strong proponent for rucking or walking in a weighted vest – ...

The mesh panel at the back keeps me cool during sweaty walks and strength training, while helping strengthen my bones in the ...

Weighted vests come in a range of weights—most commonly between three and 30 pounds, although some are heavier. Newbies ...

“If the vest is too heavy or worn incorrectly, it can put additional strain on joints such as knees, hips, and ankles,” she ...

Even weight distribution is crucial for comfort and safety. Vests with front-and-back loading or micro-weight pockets ...

In the quest to build muscle and stay fit, a popular social media trend is prompting people to add weighted vests to their ...

The versatile fitness tool offers multiple health advantages, including improved bone density, enhanced core strength, and ...

From 30-pound walks to bone health claims, the internet’s latest fitness trend is heavy on hype—and back pain.

CBS News Miami asked South Florida experts if the trend is worth the extra weight. Claudia Chain and Stephanie Reynolds are ...

In the past year, weighted vests have become a fixture of the fitness world. But how effective are they, really? The New York Times asked fitness experts and exercise scientists.