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Weighted Vests Build Strength and Endurance

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Written by SuperHuman
Thursday, 01 May 2008
Overweight people usually have more muscle mass than lean people of the same height. Carrying excess body fat is like weight training 24/7. Overweight people usually have more muscle mass than lean people of the same height. Carrying excess body fat is like weight training 24/7. Wearing a weighted vest has the advantage of loading your body without the disadvantage of carrying excess, unhealthy fat. Using a vest when you play basketball, run, or practice plyometrics builds strength, endurance and agility and increases caloric consumption. Boost the caloric cost of treadmill walking by wearing a vest. Weighted vests are easier on the joints than wearing ankle or wrist weights. Purchase vests at any sporting good shop or on eBay. Commercially available weight vests are form-fitting and comfortable and hold two to 80 pounds. Expect to pay $50 to $150. (Latimes.com, Sept. 26, 2005)

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