I tested trendy weighted vests and rucking packs against ordinary backpacks. Here’s what I found.

Adding a little weight to your walk changes almost everything about it.

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) -It’s a fitness trend that’s flooding social media; people are adding weighted vests to their exercise routines, or even their everyday routines. On this week’s Motivational ...

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. This isn’t the first time I’ve considered “rucking ...

There's a new fitness trend draped over many shoulders. If you've taken a walk lately, you've likely noticed people wearing weighted vests. The market for weighted vests is expected to grow to more ...

When the fitness company Peloton added weighted-vest classes to its streaming exercise offerings in May 2025, its members rejoiced, says instructor Rebecca Kennedy. “They were like, ‘Finally! You ...

Walking with a weight vest is a new fitness trend in 2025. If walking is too easy for you and you are not up for running, add weight. You will burn more calories than walking and build overall ...

This racerback vest makes it easy to get started and level up at your own speed. It comes with six two-pound weights that you can add or remove in increments. They slide right into the vest’s front ...