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How Heavy Should a Weighted Vest Be for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health?
Weighted vests work best at 10–15% of body weight. Research shows they boost calorie burn during walking by up to 13%, help preserve metabolism during weight loss, and improve strength and balance.
The Benefits of Weighted Vest Training for Longevity: Muscle Mass and Bone Density
As we age we lose around 3-5% of muscle each decade. This leads to less mobility, increased fall risk, and a decline in quality of life. We also lose bone density - increasing the risk of life shor...
Top Rated Gear for Excelling in the MURPH Challenge
Discover the best gear for excelling in the MURPH Challenge, an intense fitness test requiring a mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 squats, and another mile run. Our guide highlights top-rat...
My Rucking Life: Going Back to the Future for Strength and Health
Embark on a Journey of Strength and Nature with the Hyper Ruck™
Discover the transformative power of rucking with our innovative Hyper Ruck. Inspired by our founder's lifelong passion for the outd...
PEAK PERFORMANCE AGING: Weight Vest Workouts and Staying Rad
On his journey to defy the impact of aging on peak performance, Steven Kotler uncovers a new way to trigger flow. Adding an adjustable weighted vest for hiking workouts allowed him to tip the chall...
Best Weight Vest for Firefighter Training
Best Weight Vest for Firefighter Training: How heavy?
Weighted vests for firefighters are a popular bodyweight training tool. But what features make the best weight vest for firefighter trainin...
