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Not all weighted vests are equal. This guide walks you through how heavy to go, fixed vs adjustable designs, what actually matters for comfort and fit, and why weight stability is crucial for rucking, walking and strength training.

You want to add weight to your routine for bone health, fitness, or functional strength. You know both weighted backpacks and weighted vests work. But which one is actually right for you? The honest answer: They're both good. They just do different things. And understanding those differences will help you pick the tool that actually fits your life.

Learn how to get the most out of your weighted vest workouts with these simple tips. Discover how to train safely, build strength, and make every movement count.

When it comes to weighted vests, not all fillers are created equal. Many cheaper options use granular iron sand, which shifts, leaks, and breaks down over time. At RUKVEST, we use weighted gel technology (iron sand encased within a stabilising gel), keeping the weight evenly balanced and securely sealed. Here’s why this small design difference makes a big impact on comfort, performance, and durability.

After about age 35, our bone density naturally starts to decline, and that process speeds up after menopause. The great news? You don’t need to become a gym junkie or start leaping onto boxes to support your bones. Small, intentional impact movements (yes, even light jumping!) and a simple tool like a weighted vest can make a difference.

Let’s break down how this works, and how to do it safely, even if you’re not super sporty.

We get it, a “cheap weighted vest” sounds tempting. When you’re just starting out or scrolling online, it’s easy to think they’re all the same. But not all vests are created equal, and the difference between a quality weighted vest and a cheap one can be the difference between progress and pain.

Gentle, adaptable, and highly effective, weighted walking offers a thyroid-friendly approach that can support energy, hormone balance, and long-term health without overtaxing the body.

Big news for the rucking community: Garmin has officially added rucking-specific features to a range of their smartwatches in their May 2025 software update.

If you've ever finished a big ruck and felt the telltale tightness in your glutes or hamstrings, you're not alone. In this video, exercise physiologist Glenn Phipps walks us through some powerful (and practical) mobility drills to help you both prepare for and recover from your rucking sessions.

Some of the longest (and hardest) organised walking events are those that are attached to charity fundraising events. To help you best prepare for the endurance, the joint pain, the fatigue (still want to do one?) we have created a training program using a rucksack or weighted vest to best prepare you for the fun that lies ahead.

Walking with a weighted vest can be a powerful way to support your body through perimenopause. Learn how this simple form of resistance training boosts bone strength, metabolism, and emotional balance – helping you feel stronger and more in control every day.

Living a longer life is great, but living a healthier, more vibrant life is even better. Here are seven tips to help you add life to your years and make the most of every moment. Rucking can help tick 5 out of the 7 boxes so what are you waiting for?

Do you find it difficult to get in the daily 8,000 -10,000 steps that all the health experts recommend we do? If so, you are going to love what I am about to share with you. If you struggle to make regular exercise a thing, try exercise snacking in the form of a few 20 min walks after eating. Not only will it make it easier to stick to a routine of exercise that fits into your busy schedule but it will deliver results over and above the traditional forms of exercise.

In our modern era of convenience and technology, where sedentary lifestyles dominate, our musculoskeletal health often pays a hefty price. With prolonged hours spent sitting at desks, commuting in cars, or lounging on couches, our bodies suffer from weakened muscles, tightened joints, and compromised posture. However, amidst this sedentary landscape, a simple yet effective solution emerges: rucking.