Should Slow Runners Wear a Weighted Vest?

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Written By Ali Marty

Season 3 of Running to the Castle Podcast w/ Dr. Ali Marty

Episode 220 Are Weight Vests Good for Walking and Running for runDisney Races

In this episode of Running to the Castle, Dr. Ali answers a Stronger.Faster.Finisher. listener question… should slow runners wear a weighted vest? 

She explains why weighted vests might make sense for firefighters, military personnel, police officers, paramedics, or anyone who needs to train with heavy tactical gear, but why they usually are not the best choice for slow, back-of-the-pack, or injury-prone runDisney runners. 

Instead of making every workout harder, Dr. Ali encourages runners to ask what the purpose of the workout is: endurance, speed, cross-training, or strength? And keep that purpose clear. 

She also explains how adding weight can make you fatigue faster, cause your form to break down sooner, and potentially increase stress on your knees, ankles, hips, and back… especially if you already believe weight or impact is contributing to your pain.

Ali Marty

Hi! I’m Dr. Ali. I’ve been in the health and wellness space since graduating with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2012. I’m a runDisney runner on a journey to running magical miles and helping other slow, back-of-the-pack runners do the same.

https://dralipt.com
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