Hint: It’s like double the ‘workout level’ of any walkabout – and your bones will thank you.

Let’s talk about the low-effort, high-impact hero of your wardrobe that doesn’t involve compression seams, neon piping, or any public grunting at the gym: the weighted training vest. Yes, while wearing it you may look like you’re off to storm a fortress, but trust us, it’s secretly your skeleton’s best friend. ### So… what’s the _weighting_ for? Here’s the science-y bit: Weight-bearing activities stimulate bone growth. Think of it like this - your bones are clever little architects. When they feel stress (the good kind), they think, _“Better reinforce the structure!”_ Enter: bone density gains, reduced risk of osteoporosis, and fewer “I just stood up funny” incidents. Now, most of us aren’t queuing up to deadlift small cars - that’s just what you see on social media. But we _are_ walking the dog, doing the groceries dash, the school pick-up. Add a weighted vest, and suddenly your errands are doubling as stealth workouts. ### Everyday Bone-Boosting, No Gym Selfies Required And unlike other fitness gadgets that live in your cupboard next to the unopened spiralizer, a weighted vest is wearable wellness. It turns your normal activities into strength training, just by… well, existing. You don’t need to adjust your life. Just strap it on and _live_. ### And Yes, It’s Surprisingly Comfortable Modern vests aren’t bulky nor do they scream ‘commando’. The best ones are ergonomic and adjustable, so they won’t compress your soul - or your lungs. You can start light and increase the weight as your body adapts. ### The FitFlop Connection At FitFlop, we’re all about effortless [biomechanical](https://www.fitflop.com/us/en/biomechanics-explained) magic - shoes that support your every step. So it makes sense we’d fall hard for a tool that does the same for your skeletal integrity. Pop on your favourite pair of energy-boosting, pressure-diffusing [FitFlop sneakers](https://www.fitflop.com/us/en/shop/womens-sneakers-us), add a weighted vest, and voilà: you’re basically a mobile wellness unit,