I've been using this weighted vest for a few months now, and I'm really impressed. It's incredibly comfortable, even during long workouts or walks. The zipper makes it very easy to put on and take off, and the weight distribution feels perfectly balanced. The silicone weights stay in place, and the reflective strips are a great safety feature for evening runs. This vest is well-made and absolutely worth the price. It's fully adjustable, feels secure, and has taken my workouts to a new level. Highly recommended! Read more
I don't typically leave reviews, but this is by far one of the best quality items in its category. Other weighted vests that uses iron sand or something similar is always bulky and uncomfortable, and the weight shifts and gets unbalanced. This vest is super comfortable and conforms to the body really well, and it doesn't itch. It's a bit pricey but if you plan on using it long term it's definitely worth the money. Very easy put on and take off and easy to adjust. I would be curious to see if the 45-lb version is just as comfortable and form-fitting. Read more
Very good vest, removable weights easy to adjust and nice and flat to the body. This is definitely a vest made for a man (not sure why they don’t offer this in a woman’s version with a more narrow shoulder cut) but as a 5’7” 150lb woman I am still able to use it and cinch the sides tight. With all the weights there is definitely plenty of room for moving up the lbs as you get stronger. And actually the husband can use it also if he wants. Was having a hard time finding a vest that reviewers said didn’t have a strong chemical smell, this vest met that requirement, no smell at all. Overall I’m pleased. Read more
So I researched weight vests a TON and had it down to the TRX vest and this one. I took a chance on this vest when it first came out, and I'm super happy that I did!!! I was looking for a vest that was comfortable and had adjustable weights, and I really think this vest is the best out there for those two elements - it is definitely worth the extra cash over the cheaper vests. I primarily use the vest for dog walking - we got a Doodle during Covid, and the 45 minute daily walk I take with him replaced my daily workout :( so I was trying to burn some more calories on the walk. This vest allows me to do that perfectly! The weight adjustability was awesome - I started with 20 lbs and worked my way up to 33 over a few weeks. I also will wear this vest when doing stuff around the house - mowing the lawn, cleaning the house on Saturday morning, etc... I love how it allows me to sneak in a light workout when I'm super busy. One of the best features of the vest is the silicone weights - pretty much all other weight vests either use iron or sand. These silicone weights are super thin and flexible, which allows me to layer the vest comfortably under my jacket. After a few minutes, I actually forget that I'm wearing it. Also, when my jacket is zipped, you can't even tell I'm wearing it, which I love! I also like that when I don't wear it with a jacket, it doesn't look tactical - a lot of the other weight vests make the wearers look like they're law enforcement or military, and this one just looks...pretty normal. I also like the fact that the weights are distributed across the entire torso, rather than bunching up around the neck/shoulder area, like so many others. I'm 6'2 / 185, and the vest fits me perfectly. I've also used the vest for light jogging and for HIIT training sessions. Again, it's really comfy (for a weight vest), and I've been super happy at how it's worked for all those things. My only recommendations would to maybe make the shoulder straps more robust - I haven't had any issues with mine over the past three months, but I'm interested to see how they'll hold up over time. The velcro flaps that hold each weight in each pouch also seem a bit thin, but again, I haven't actually had any issues with them either, but if they put out a 2.0 version, I would recommend making those two changes. Everything else is pretty much perfect! If you're a hard-core athlete, and have the extra cash, I'd also take a look at the TRX vest, but if you're someone who just wants to occasionally use a vest to help stay in shape, and prioritize comfort, I think this vest is a huge step up from the sand/iron vests, and is definitely worth the extra investment! Read more
Happy with the great build & design quality as it is sturdier than the photos indicate. I'm also glad I searched and noticed this product using dense silicone rather than iron and/or steel weights. The product came preassembled and securely packed. To put it on I had only to unpack it, unzip it, put it on, adjust the depth with the rib straps, zip it up, and retighten the zip straps. I'll not have to disassemble, reassemble, worry about rust, and other problems. The 45 lbs of this vest is a lot. I am wearing it now as I type this. It is comfortable. It reminds me to sit in a better posture but until I build stamina, strength, and balance I may have to take some weight out. It's a sort of passive weight resistance program that helps one maintain their metabolic daily caloric requirements as one diets to lose weight according to the study I saw. You don't exercise so much as just wear it piddling around the house as usual. I'd not take stairs or do risky activities with it on. Squat at the knees, rather than being over, the usual back safety advice taught, with or without wearing such a weighted vest. Read more
