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 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, add a weighted vest, and voilà: you’re basically a mobile wellness unit,