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If increasing your fitness levels, toning up and adding strength
feature in your New Year goals, then the latest innovative launch
from Aldi could be a big benefit.
The retailer is bringing back its weighted vest and it’s in
store from Friday 2 January.
Wearing the 6kg vest adds extra resistance to your usual fitness
sessions, not to mention bringing an extra dimension to household
chores.
Imagine how much more of a workout vacuuming the carpets would be while wearing this. A
brisk dog walk becomes an aerobics class, while your usual
exercises, including lunges and squats, are made all the more
effective by the extra weight.
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Why we like it
With this vest there’s no need for expensive equipment. We don’t
have to find space for yet another fitness gadget in a home that’s
already filled to busting with toys after Christmas.
All we have to do is pop it on, fasten the adjustable straps and
we’re ready to go. It comes in one size so should work for most of
us and it also has reflective strips so we can be seen if wearing
it on dark mornings or evenings.
It doesn’t matter whether we have an hour to ourselves to
exercise (rare), 20 minutes during nap time or whether we’re simply power walking with the buggy, the extra weight means we get
more of a workout, regardless.
Easy to use
Even beginners should find the vest comfy to wear. The straps
keep it in place and the 6kg weight is distributed across the body,
which means it won’t feel as heavy as lifting dumbbells of
the same weight.
What’s more, it’s affordable. At just £13 it costs way less than
a month’s subscription to the gym and after the expense of
Christmas it’s a welcome bargain.
It’s also the kind of thing you can wear without thinking about.
No need to try and talk yourself into going to that class, or force
yourself to exercise. Wearing this, your everyday routine takes on
a fitness aspect all of its own.
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5 FAQs about the vest
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1) How heavy is the Crane Weighted Vest?
- The vest weighs 6kg, making it ideal for adding light
resistance to your workouts without being too bulky or
uncomfortable. -
2) What type of workouts is the vest suitable for?
- It’s perfect for bodyweight exercises, strength training,
cardio, walking and HIIT workouts, helping to increase intensity
and calorie burn. -
3) Does the vest stay in place during movement?
- Yes, the vest features adjustable straps for a secure and
comfortable fit, allowing freedom of movement without shifting or
slipping. -
4) Is the vest suitable for beginners?
- Yes, the weight is manageable for beginners and anyone new to
resistance training at home. -
5) How much does the Crane Weighted Vest cost?
- The weighted vest costs £12.99 and is available at Aldi from 2
January.