Why Women Should Wear Weighted Vests
- Amanda Gebhardt Fitzgerald
- Jun 20
- 2 min read

Did you know that something as simple as a weighted vest can upgrade your entire fitness game?
Here’s why women of all ages are embracing them:
Boosts strength and endurance
Supports bone density (hello, osteoporosis prevention!)
Increases calorie burn during everyday movement
Improves posture and body awareness
It’s not just for athletes — it’s for every woman who wants to age strong, move better, and feel more powerful in her body.
Here Are The Top Benefits of Weighted Vest Walking
Elevate your heart rate without running
Engage core and back muscles
Help preserve lean muscle mass
Enhance weight loss results
Strengthen bones and joints over time
Weighted Vests and Hormones: What Women Need to Know
Hormones change — strength doesn’t have to fade.
As women go through perimenopause, menopause, or post-menopause, we naturally lose bone density and muscle mass.
Resistance training (even bodyweight + vest) is a game-changer:
Reduces fall risk
Stimulates bone growth
Supports insulin sensitivity
Helps balance mood and sleep
Adding a vest to your daily movement can offer gentle, hormone-friendly resistance.
Common Mistakes with Weighted Vests (And How to Avoid Them)
Wearing a weighted vest is simple… but doing it wrong can cause discomfort or injury.
Here’s what to avoid:
Wearing a vest that’s too heavy (start light!)
Poor posture while walking
Wearing it too long too soon
Skipping warm-up or cooldown
Not balancing with strength/stretching routines
DO: Start with short walks, focus on posture, and increase gradually. Remember, consistency is key - it doesn't work unless you walk and wear it often!
Look for: adjustable straps, breathable fabric, and weight distribution across shoulders/core (not just chest).
Now get out there and walk!
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