Question about weighted vest
tigerblue
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I've been lifting at home with dumbells for quite awhile, and I've been consistent and progressive enough over the last 3-4 months that my squats are outpacing the strength of my arms. I need to add more weight than I can handle with dumbells. I've experimented with using a backpack with added weight. Would a weighted vest be a good option in my situation? I've seen some online that are adjustable up to 50 lbs. that would get me up to 110 total. (Currently using two 30 lb bells). I just don't want to hurt myself using improper equipment.
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My son wants one of these for running, so I would love some input on that aspect as well if possible.0
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In addition to that use, just think of increased TDEE from a long hike or walk that was going to be done anyway.
It could throw your balance off for squats - but frankly no more than throwing a bar on your back will when first starting.
It's just a matter of getting used to it.
And realizing the difference when you don't use it, or use other methods like a bar.
Instead of that visual of bar going up and down over your midfoot for proper path, you'd just have to get good at feeling that your balance is neither forefoot nor heel loaded, but right in the middle. Which can actually be very useful in life when it comes time to use your muscles to lift something.0 -
As a quick update I bought my son a weight vest for running. Only a 12 lb one to start, didn't want to invest a lot in case he doesn't like it, and I can use it for walking when he is done with it. In trying to find him something heavier I think I am going to have problems finding a small enough vest that he can run in. Most of them seem to be made for big guys and he's a slender tall teen.
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