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Anonymous wrote:I thought of buying a weighted vest but they are so expensive and look hot. Anyone else rucking with just a regular backpack and books or other heavy objects?

PP here who was walking with hand weights on either side of my regular hiking backpack. I gave in and bought a true weighted vest from Amazon and it’s so much more comfortable and convenient.

My vest was under $50 and is breathable. I am large-chested (E cup) and was concerned that the vest would cause chafing or not fit over my breasts. Instead it fits above my breasts and is very comfortable.

I guess I should post the link - I’ll try to find it.

I thought of buying a weighted vest but they are so expensive and look hot. Anyone else rucking with just a regular backpack and books or other heavy objects?

Inspired by this I just did 1.5 mile uphill walk through my neighborhood. Hot as hell, should’ve waited until evening but I managed. Took my llbean backpack and out two 10lbs weights in. Felt good!

Isn't rucking actively bad for your knees?

My PT recommended I take up rucking 2-3x/week to increase bone density. She suggested starting with 10 pounds and increasing to 20. I'm a 130-pound woman. I'm looking for a good vest with even distribution - don't want the cross strap but an actual vest and preferably one that is somewhat breathable, but maybe that doesn't exist. Any recommendations?

I'm female late 40s. 5'8 135-140. I use a 12lb weighted vest. I prefer the all over disruption vs the weight in back.

Anonymous wrote:Does carrying all this make you sweat a TON? It seems like it would.

Yes I get pretty sweaty using a weighted vest. But I sweat a lot in general.

For comparison, an actual combat load is around 75 to 100 lbs and you're expected to hike that for 15 miles or more.

Does carrying all this make you sweat a TON? It seems like it would.

Middle aged female increasing core strength. Former runner, beginning rucker. Would love a partner if anyone is in NW DC.

I wear a wighted vest around the house when I do chores like laundry, vacuuming etc. It's 10% of my body weight.

Anonymous wrote:I've been thinking about doing this to add a bit extra to the morning walk with the dog. It's a pretty basic three miles. How much difference does adding 15# or so make in terms of effort/outout? This isn't intended to be a substitute for a real workout, just a way to make the walk more impactful.

OP here, I can't really answer your specific question but I can tell you that 12lbs is much heavier than I thought it would be. I was surprised when I picked it up out of the box. Once it's on it feels less heavy, but you can absolutely feel that extra weight. If it helps, this is the one I purchased: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07518RBH2?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1&psc=1

What I like about it is that it doesn't feel bulky and doesn't move around. I have a petite frame so I was afraid it would feel too loose on my chest, back, waist - but it fits great. As I mentioned I've been wearing it around the house to get used to it - while loading the dishwasher, making beds, doing laundry. I wear it an hour at a time.

I've been thinking about doing this to add a bit extra to the morning walk with the dog. It's a pretty basic three miles. How much difference does adding 15# or so make in terms of effort/outout? This isn't intended to be a substitute for a real workout, just a way to make the walk more impactful.