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Health & Wellness · Weighted Vests

Can I run in a weighted vest?

Reviewer consensus

Reviewers say it depends on fit. OutdoorGearLab noted that some vests bounce while running even when they don't chafe, so a snug chest strap matters. Communities like r/Fitness also caution against jumping or high-impact movement in heavier vests because of joint strain, recommending walking and rucking over sprinting for heavy loads.

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