UPDATE: Some RUKVEST weights sell out between restocks. Check which weights are in stock at the official Australian store [HERE]

Perimenopause Changed Your Body? 5 Reasons This Weighted Vest Changes Everything

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Award-Winning

Designed in Australia

Adjustable Fit

60 Day Returns

12 Month Warranty

Weighted Gel Core

1.RUKVEST® Works With Your Changing Body, Not Against It

As oestrogen falls, women tend to lose muscle and bone faster, and weight often settles around the middle. Health experts agree: keep moving, add resistance and include weight-bearing exercise. RUKVEST® adds gentle, even load to the walk you already do.

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2.No Gym, No Membership, No New Routine

Clip it on for the dog walk, the school run or a lap of the block. No class times, no gym floor, no extra hour. Choose 3kg, 5kg, 8kg or 11kg and build up. If you have osteoporosis, osteopenia, a pelvic floor concern or an injury, check with your GP or physio first.

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3.Weighted Gel That Moulds to Your Body

A vest only works if you keep wearing it. The weight in RUKVEST® is a weighted gel built into the vest itself. It moulds to your body, spreads the load front and back, and has no hard blocks or bulky chest pockets.

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4.Built on What Works, Not Fitness Hype

There is no magic in a vest. It simply makes regular weight-bearing movement and resistance easier to do consistently. Angelique Clark, a Sports Dietitian who works with perimenopausal women: “I have been so impressed with the comfort and feel of the RUKVEST. The 8kg has definitely added a challenge to my regular walks and my clients are loving it too!”

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Jess S., a RUKVEST customer, flexing on a sunny hilltop walk in her vest
“I like how it helps with pulling shoulders back instead of being hunched!”
Jess S., verified review, November 2024
“Working my body better everyday to build more muscle mass ... during my perimenopause phase. Love it!”
Verified review, August 2025
“...it's great to be able to go for a shorter walk on a flat route and still get a good workout.”
Verified review, July 2025

5.Strength, Posture and Energy Get Visible Wins.

Extra load asks more of your legs, glutes, core and upper back, so the same walk becomes harder work and uses more energy. Many customers tell us they stand taller and feel stronger through the day.*

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Meet RUKVEST® Weighted Vest

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RUKVEST® Weighted Vest

4.9/5 from 218 reviews

The easiest way to add strength work to your week through perimenopause. An award-winning Australian weighted vest that:

  • Adds resistance to the walks you already take
  • Makes your legs, glutes and core work harder
  • Turns everyday movement into weight-bearing exercise
  • Sits flat with zero bounce and no chest bulk
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  • Breathable lycra shell
  • Fixed weight, nothing to add
  • 12 month warranty
  • Award-winning design
Product Description

The everyday weighted vest, designed in Australia.

Weighted gel core
Moulds to you
Even load
Front and back
Adjustable fit
Sides and front
Easy care
Soak, dry flat
How to Use

Put it on, adjust it, go for your walk.

  • Choose5 to 10% of your body weight
  • AdjustSnug at the sides and front
  • Walk20 minutes, 3 to 4 times a week

If in doubt, go lighter. Add hills or stairs as you get stronger.

Weight Guide

Start with 5 to 10% of your body weight.

The 3kg RUKVEST laid flat with its measurements
3kgGentle start
The 5kg RUKVEST laid flat with its measurements
5kgRegular walkers
The 8kg RUKVEST laid flat with its measurements
8kgStrength training
The 11kg RUKVEST laid flat with its measurements
11kgExperienced, double strap

For a 70kg woman, that is 3.5kg to 7kg. Ready for more later? Trade in for $80 credit.

No Gym. No Membership.

Feature RUKVEST® The gym
Works on your usual walkYesNo
No membership neededYesNo
No class times to bookYesNo
Fits the school runYesNo
Adds resistanceYesYes
Pay once, from $179YesNo

Loved by Aussie Women

“Such a great design for women, as we don't need any more weight at our chest! From hikes, walks with friends, to everyday dog walks I've got it on. It's just a no brainer for me as it effortlessly adds a bit of intensity to something I already do!” Real RUKVEST® customer. Individual results vary.

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What Customers Are Saying

Cassie W. by the sea holding her small dog while wearing her RUKVEST

"It’s just a no brainer for me as it effortlessly adds a bit of intensity to something I already do!"

Cassie W.
Fleur smiling on a walk in the park wearing her RUKVEST

"I love the quality of this vest and how comfy it is to wear. I wish I’d got one sooner."

Fleur
Smiling RUKVEST customer in a cap and sunglasses on a coastal walk

"I have a bad back and hip so was sceptical at first but am really loving it and feel really excited about strengthening my body up."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a weighted vest safe during perimenopause?

For most women, yes. Start light (5 to 10% of your body weight), wear it snug and stop if you feel pain. If you have osteoporosis, osteopenia, pelvic floor symptoms, or back or joint issues, talk to your GP or physio first.

How heavy should I go?

Around 5% of your body weight if you have been inactive, or 10% if you already exercise. For a 70kg woman, that is 3.5kg to 7kg. If in doubt, go lighter. Ready for more later? Trade up for $80 credit towards a heavier vest.

Will a weighted vest help with perimenopause weight gain?

It can help as part of the bigger picture. A weighted walk uses more energy and works your muscles harder. Results depend on consistency, nutrition, sleep and your individual health.

What makes RUKVEST® different from cheaper weighted vests?

Cheaper vests usually hold loose sand or pellets in pockets that shift, sag and press into you. RUKVEST® uses weighted gel built into the vest, so the load stays even and moves with you. It comes with a 12 month warranty.

How much is shipping and how fast is it?

$15 for 1 to 4kg, $25 for 5 to 10kg and $35 for 11 to 20kg. Orders ship from our NSW, VIC and WA warehouses in 1 to 2 business days, and most arrive 2 to 5 days after ordering.

What does 60 day returns mean?

You have 60 days from purchase to decide if RUKVEST® is right for you. If it isn't, you can return it. See our refund policy for the full conditions.

Smiling woman in a cap on a walk with her dog, wearing a RUKVEST

Ready to Feel Strong Again?

Clip it on for the walk you already take. An award-winning Australian weighted vest for strength, posture and energy through perimenopause.*

  • 60 day returns
  • 12 mth warranty
  • Ships in 1 to 2 business days
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