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Weighted Vest Walking Fitness | Fad or Bone Health Booster?
DocJenFitJune 23, 202500:17:34

Weighted Vest Walking Fitness | Fad or Bone Health Booster?

Is weighted vest walking just a fitness fad or truly a bone health booster needed, especially throughout perimenopause and post-menopause?! Doc Jen & Dr. Dom, both doctors of physical therapy, dive into the research to help clear up any confusion and set the record straight.

Full show notes for links to research, products we love and discounts, click here: https://jen.health/podcast/414

02:58 - Why Weighted Vest Walking is Trending
04:02 - Calorie Burn and Weighted Vest Guidelines
04:40 - Progression and Safety in Weighted Vest Walking
05:50 - Bone Density Benefits and Research
08:12 - Comparing Weighted Vest Walking to Strength Training
11:02 - Cardiovascular and Calorie Burn Comparisons
12:57 - Risks, Safety, and Practical Tips

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