I Wore a Weighted Vest for 30 Days - And Dug Into the Science

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Weighted vests are everywhere right now but do they work for women over 50? Sign up to my newsletter at: https://drruthmachin.com/newslettersignup In this video I vlog about wearing one for 30 days to see what changes (if any) I notice. I also, more importantly, take a deep dive into what the research says. Spoiler: its not as clear-cut as you might think What's in the video: - My honest review after 30 days - What the studies don't say - Who might benefit from a weighted vest - When they aren't worth it NB. Always check with your Dr or physio before starting a new exercise regimen and definitely do this if you have back or shoulder issues. If you are new here, hi, I’m Ruth. Retired Dr turned health coach and in my day job, I support over-50s women who want to lose harmful midsection weight, gain energy and age healthily. Interested in sustainable health habits that actually work? Sign up to my weekly newsletter and get my 5 Small Daily Habits challenge: https://drruthmachin.com/small-habits-challenge 👩🏻‍💻 Website at: https://drruthmachin.com 👩🏻‍💻 Contact me at: [email protected] MEDICAL DISCLAIMER Any information or guidance we provide is not a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of your doctor or healthcare provider. You must not rely on any information or guidance we provide you with as an alternative to medical advice from your doctor or healthcare provide and we expressly disclaim all responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered by you or any third party as a result of your reliance on any information or guidance we provide you with. If you have any specific questions or concerns about any medical matter, you should consult your doctor or healthcare provider as soon as possible. If you think you may be suffering from any medical condition, you should seek immediate medical attention from your healthcare provider. Do not delay seeking medical advice, disregard medical advice or discontinue medical treatment because of information or guidance we provide you with. Nothing in this disclaimer will limit or exclude any liability that may not be limited or excluded by applicable law. Copyright Machin Health and Wellbeing Ltd. 2025. All rights reserved.