The 10 Best Weight Vests
This review has been updated 21 times since it was first published in February of 2021. Whether your goal is to step up the intensity of your workout or to provide comforting tactile feedback for youngsters with anxiety disorders, you’ll find a solution among our selection of weighted vests. Designed to fit a range of different body types and sizes, they feature durable compartments for adding and adjusting weight levels to suit various needs.
10. Tone Fitness
If you’re looking to slim down and increase your endurance without bulking up, the Tone Fitness is a smart option. It has a pocket to hold your cell phone or iPod making it a great companion for your daily jog. The side straps are elastic, though, so you can’t adjust them.
- Comfortable neoprene material
- Buckles on and off quickly
- Tends to bounce while running
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9. Fun and Function Weighted Compression
With the Fun and Function Weighted Compression you can tamp down the sensory overload that makes certain situations overwhelming for highly sensitive individuals, using proprioceptive input to counteract the overstimulating effects of a busy classroom or public outing.
- Hook-and-loop closure
- Sizes for kids and adults
- Runs a bit large
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8. Hyperwear Pro
The Hyperwear Pro is made from a flexible, moisture-wicking material that lets you move freely without getting bathed in sweat. Vented sides also improve breathability, so you’re less likely to be overcome with heat on sweltering summer days.
- Can be worn under a shirt
- Helps with tactical fitness
- Expensive relative to other options
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7. JBM Neoprene
Suitable for any age or gender, the JBM Neoprene adds 12 pounds of resistance to your exercise routine to help you develop greater strength, power, speed and agility without having to carry dumbbells or deal with awkward ankle straps.
- Mesh storage compartment
- Safety reflectors on both sides
- Hand wash for best results
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6. Empower for Women
Featuring a crisscross silhouette that won’t try to flatten your bustline into submission, the Empower for Women can be worn for running, walking and various cross-training exercises in order to burn more calories and enhance the efficiency of your workout.
- Reflective strips on front and back
- Adjustable side straps
- Good for 24- to 48-inch waists
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5. TNT Pro Iron
Filled with 11 pounds of evenly distributed metal pellets, the TNT Pro Iron is designed for a well balanced and comfortable fit, whether the wearer is male or female, making it a great way to add resistance, build muscle mass and improve cardiovascular health.
- Helps accelerate results
- Conforms to various physiques
- Adds an extra element of intensity
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4. HumanX Vest
The HumanX Vest holds up to 40 pounds in 2-lb increments, enabling it to be tailored to your fitness level in order to challenge yourself without increasing the risk of injury. It’s hand-washable, so you don’t have to worry about it getting funky.
- Contours to the body
- Distributes weight evenly
- Abrasion-resistant outer shell
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3. Fun and Function Stretch Denim
The Fun and Function Stretch Denim provides gentle, reassuring sensory feedback to children who may get overstimulated and stressed in certain situations. It’s styled to blend in with their everyday wardrobe to help them stay calm and focused, rather than distracted.
- Made from cotton and spandex
- Easy to put on and remove
- Comes in 3 width-adjustable sizes
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2. ZFOSports Women’s Adjustable
If you find it difficult to achieve a comfortable fit with one-size-fits-all unisex designs, try suiting up in the ZFOSports Women’s Adjustable. Contoured for curvier physiques, it’s got places to hold a water bottle and smartphone or music player, too.
- Goes up to 30 pounds
- Front and rear weights
- Easy-to-use belt closure
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1. RunFast Max Pro
An adjustable fit, optional shoulder pads and incremental weight levels make the RunFast Max Pro a versatile choice for a wide range of body types and fitness regimens. Choose from 12- to 60-pound models to step up your game at the gym or on the trail.
- Great for adding variable resistance
- Pocket for your phone or ipod
- Manufacturer’s warranty included
