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Vests used for decades in military-type training are now popular with middle-aged women and other power walkers. What does the research say?

Weighted vests increase body weight, which in turn increases the stimulus on muscles, Shapiro said. "You're telling your central nervous system you need to recruit more muscle fibers," Shapiro said.

The 5.11 TacTec Plate Carrier earns its place as our runner-up, celebrated for its sturdy build and military-grade nylon construction. This vest is praised for its adjustability, offering a customized ...

The brand’s vest has pockets on its front and back to hold plates up to 30 pounds each (it can carry 60 pounds total), and you don’t just have to use Go Ruck’s weighted plates — the vest ...

You'll lower the risk of problems if you start slowly and gradually increase the weight and amount of time you use the vest. However, weighted vests still have some disadvantages. These include a ...

Multiple plates can be quickly added or removed to change the weight of the vest (5.11 doesn’t list a weight limit, but it sells several weight plates that range up to 13.75 pounds).

Internal retention straps hold the weight plates securely in place, ensuring a stable and safe workout experience. Designed for optimal hydration, the TacTec Trainer Weight Vest is compatible with ...

Plate vests: These “allow you to adjust weight by adding or removing metal plates that fit into multiple pockets on the front and back of the vest,” says Green.