Suggestions for an adjustable weighted vest for bone strengthening?

I want to know if wearing a weighted vest for walking can help improve bone density. What are the pros and cons. Has anyone had success with this?

I’ve heard of many positive results from using the weighted vest. After researching, I thought the best one was the Hyperwear Fit. My doctor said the vest should fit snug, not wiggle around, and she said start with 2 or 4 pound weight and slowly build up to 10 pounds. Too much weight can be damaging to bones… granted this is her advice for me and I’ve already experienced a spine fracture in the past. I just purchased the vest but haven’t had a chance to use it yet… partly due to laziness, and that the weather here is super cold, and had snow at the moment. But I’m really looking forward to using it!

I am also looking to start walking with a weighted vest and looking for recommendations from those who have used them to reverse/slow osteoporosis. thanks in advance

One website that discusses vests and shoes, including information on a research study, is from Margaret Martin: https://melioguide.com/balance-exercises-for-seniors/minimalist-walking-shoes/ .

On weighted vests generally: americanbonehealth.org has a short discussion of the pros and cons along with study references: https://americanbonehealth.org/exercise/weighted-vests-for-bone-health/ . Of course, you have your own trusted medical advisors as well.

Oregon State University Extension has a program using weighted vests: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/bbb , named Better Bones & Balance. They have in-person classes in the area around Corvallis and Albany, Oregon (and a few other sites), and have a DVD. They also have an instructor training program (summer, partially online).

I have a weighted vest (Margaret's recommended) and plan to start using it soon on the treadmill and/or via the BBB program (I purchased their DVD, but haven't viewed it yet).

My approach as I navigate trying to improve bone health without injury (yours might vary):
1. I read the information and at least the Introduction and Discussion/Conclusions of the studies. I also will look for "other research" that cites these studies, to see what new information is available.

2. After I feel like I understand enough to at least personally justify my actions to myself, I will then begin exercises slowly, doing any strength or step exercises without the weighted vest until I am happy with my form (if ever). I have learned for me an injury is a greater set back then the chance of swifter improvement. And I do appreciate the time imperative, as I am in my mid-60s and fighting on the edge between osteopenia and osteopororsis, with bone loss due to taking aromatase inhibitors.

Best of luck!

One website that discusses vests and shoes, including information on a research study, is from Margaret Martin: https://melioguide.com/balance-exercises-for-seniors/minimalist-walking-shoes/ .

On weighted vests generally: americanbonehealth.org has a short discussion of the pros and cons along with study references: https://americanbonehealth.org/exercise/weighted-vests-for-bone-health/ . Of course, you have your own trusted medical advisors as well.

Oregon State University Extension has a program using weighted vests: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/bbb , named Better Bones & Balance. They have in-person classes in the area around Corvallis and Albany, Oregon (and a few other sites), and have a DVD. They also have an instructor training program (summer, partially online).

I have a weighted vest (Margaret's recommended) and plan to start using it soon on the treadmill and/or via the BBB program (I purchased their DVD, but haven't viewed it yet).

My approach as I navigate trying to improve bone health without injury (yours might vary):
1. I read the information and at least the Introduction and Discussion/Conclusions of the studies. I also will look for "other research" that cites these studies, to see what new information is available.

2. After I feel like I understand enough to at least personally justify my actions to myself, I will then begin exercises slowly, doing any strength or step exercises without the weighted vest until I am happy with my form (if ever). I have learned for me an injury is a greater set back then the chance of swifter improvement. And I do appreciate the time imperative, as I am in my mid-60s and fighting on the edge between osteopenia and osteopororsis, with bone loss due to taking aromatase inhibitors.

Best of luck!

Can you share what weighted vest you wear? Thanks!

Has anyone heard about using a weighted belt instead of a vest? I read that somewhere but haven’t researched it.

One website that discusses vests and shoes, including information on a research study, is from Margaret Martin: https://melioguide.com/balance-exercises-for-seniors/minimalist-walking-shoes/ .

On weighted vests generally: americanbonehealth.org has a short discussion of the pros and cons along with study references: https://americanbonehealth.org/exercise/weighted-vests-for-bone-health/ . Of course, you have your own trusted medical advisors as well.

Oregon State University Extension has a program using weighted vests: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/bbb , named Better Bones & Balance. They have in-person classes in the area around Corvallis and Albany, Oregon (and a few other sites), and have a DVD. They also have an instructor training program (summer, partially online).

I have a weighted vest (Margaret's recommended) and plan to start using it soon on the treadmill and/or via the BBB program (I purchased their DVD, but haven't viewed it yet).

My approach as I navigate trying to improve bone health without injury (yours might vary):
1. I read the information and at least the Introduction and Discussion/Conclusions of the studies. I also will look for "other research" that cites these studies, to see what new information is available.

2. After I feel like I understand enough to at least personally justify my actions to myself, I will then begin exercises slowly, doing any strength or step exercises without the weighted vest until I am happy with my form (if ever). I have learned for me an injury is a greater set back then the chance of swifter improvement. And I do appreciate the time imperative, as I am in my mid-60s and fighting on the edge between osteopenia and osteopororsis, with bone loss due to taking aromatase inhibitors.

Best of luck!

One website that discusses vests and shoes, including information on a research study, is from Margaret Martin: https://melioguide.com/balance-exercises-for-seniors/minimalist-walking-shoes/ .

On weighted vests generally: americanbonehealth.org has a short discussion of the pros and cons along with study references: https://americanbonehealth.org/exercise/weighted-vests-for-bone-health/ . Of course, you have your own trusted medical advisors as well.

Oregon State University Extension has a program using weighted vests: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/bbb , named Better Bones & Balance. They have in-person classes in the area around Corvallis and Albany, Oregon (and a few other sites), and have a DVD. They also have an instructor training program (summer, partially online).

I have a weighted vest (Margaret's recommended) and plan to start using it soon on the treadmill and/or via the BBB program (I purchased their DVD, but haven't viewed it yet).

My approach as I navigate trying to improve bone health without injury (yours might vary):
1. I read the information and at least the Introduction and Discussion/Conclusions of the studies. I also will look for "other research" that cites these studies, to see what new information is available.

2. After I feel like I understand enough to at least personally justify my actions to myself, I will then begin exercises slowly, doing any strength or step exercises without the weighted vest until I am happy with my form (if ever). I have learned for me an injury is a greater set back then the chance of swifter improvement. And I do appreciate the time imperative, as I am in my mid-60s and fighting on the edge between osteopenia and osteopororsis, with bone loss due to taking aromatase inhibitors.

Best of luck!

I want to know if wearing a weighted vest for walking can help improve bone density. What are the pros and cons. Has anyone had success with this?