arm/ankle weights when walking

P0PTART

I know they don't do as much as a vest would, but is one better than the other?

lishie_rebooted

prrtty sure the box says not wear the ankle weights while walking

KarenJanine

Wrist and ankle weights are hard on the joints/tendons and should not be used for aerobic exercise.

Also, they'll only add a couple of kilos to your bodyweight so the extra burn will be minimal. If you want to add weight then put on a backpack with a sandbag or something in. But it's not necessary - just walk a bit fast if you want a bigger burn.

P0PTART

Thanks for the advice!

tulips_and_tea

I agree with the other posters: I wouldn't use them for walking but I personally have a variety of ankle weights and I use them for floor leg exercises all the time. They work great for that!

meritage4

so put them in your knapsack and then walk!

47Jacqueline

Don't walk or run in ankle weights.

P0PTART

I neve thought about putting them in the backpack! Sometimes I'm not the sharpest knife in the drawer.

sfbaumgarten

I wouldn't suggest adding weight while walking/running unless you're specifically training to be carrying weight while you're walking/running. Potential for injury is just too high for my tastes.