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Do Weighted Vests Actually Improve Health?

Do Weighted Vests Actually Improve Health?

Update: 2025-09-09
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Have you seen the new accessory of the summer? I feel like I see weighted vests everywhere, whether around my neighborhood, on running trails or even at the grocery store. But are they actually worth the hype?




On this show, we answer questions like this every week, typically in 10 minutes or less. No jargon. No long lectures. Just quick, credible answers you can actually use.




In today’s episode, I’ll share:


Do weighted vests actually improve health?


What risks should you be aware of with weighted vests?


Do they have any added benefits?


Can weighted vests improve bone health?




If you're curious about weighted vests and whether or not they're right for you, then you have to listen to this episode of Hey Doc, Quick Question.

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Do Weighted Vests Actually Improve Health?

Do Weighted Vests Actually Improve Health?

Jeremy Alland, MD