"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Weighted vests come in various styles, from minimal harnesses that provide a few pounds of extra load to ...

Before you load your dog in the car for a day of kayaking or hitting the surf, make sure you pack the life jackets—for you, the kids, and your pup. While many dogs instinctively “know” how to keep ...

Weighted vests are having a moment—and for good reason. Celebrity trainer Gunnar Peterson, C.S.C.S., says adding as little as 5–10% of your bodyweight can immediately increase the physical demands of ...

Researchers are set to test whether wearing a weighted vest can help older adults prevent bone loss when participating in an obesity weight-loss program. Using a $2.9 million grant from the National ...