Every Day Health reports that weighted vests are having a social media moment among fitness influencers and those looking for an effective workout. But can they really boost your workouts? And who benefits most?

A weighted vest is a garment with sewn-in or removable weights. When worn during a walk, weighted vests increase your body weight, and, therefore, the intensity of your workout.

According to Tiana S. Woolridge, MD, MPH, sports medicine physician at HSS, that extra load makes your body work harder with every step, which has many beneficial effects. “Weighted vest walking improves cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, and bone health, with weight loss as a possible secondary benefit,” she explained. 

Read the full article at everydayhealth.com.