Just as a heavy vehicle burns more gas, a heavy body burns more calories. Wearing a weight vest can help you burn more calories in your workout. A weight vest can be worn during walks, runs and various forms of resistance training. If you are a petite woman, you may benefit from wearing a weight vest on your walks to help build bone density and prevent osteoporosis, as applied in Oregon State's osteoporosis program. There are numerous brands of weight vests, and the right one for you may depend on your body size, type of activity, and budget.
Hyper Vest Pro
The Hyper Vest Pro from HyperWear tops the list for its ultrathin design. This vest has plenty of arm and neck room as well as a short waist, so you can move around freely and comfortably. The vest comes in sizes from extra extra small, which would fit a child, to double XL. The average price for 2010 is $170; additional weight will cost you extra.
MiR Short Adjustable Weight Vest
If you want complete freedom of movement in the core, the MiR Short Adjustable Vest is the one for you. The vest only comes down to the top of your stomach allowing you full range-of-motion in your fitness activities. You can purchase a vest weight ranging from 15 to 90 lbs., with a price range of $115 to $260 based on weight, as of 2010.
Walkvest
If you are budget-conscious, the Walkvest is an affordable option that provides up to 16 lbs. of weight, or 12 lbs. for the small size. Marketed primarily for walking, the vest is slim enough to be worn in any fitness activity or throughout your day. The baseline price as of 2010 is $70. Additional weights will cost you an extra fee, but with the vest you receive 4 lbs. of weights, an instructional walking DVD and workout tips.
SPRI Weighted Vest
For its affordability and recommendation from Oregon State for their osteoporosis program, the SPRI weighted vest makes the cut. It is primarily intended for walking and other cardiovascular activities, and comes in only one size. However, it is adjustable at both the shoulders and waist, and you can purchase additional weight. The vest includes 8 lbs. for an average price of $60, with the option to purchase 4 lbs. more for an additional $16, as of 2010.
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