By IFBB Pro: Danielle Petze
I'm a huge fan of my Directional Force Centurion weight vest. As a professional bodybuilder in the off-season, my goal is to build as much muscle as possible. One of the requirements to do that, is to be in a major caloric surplus, which, if not managed correctly, can lead to major fat gain.
One of the ways I reduce some of the impact of eating so many calories, is by training smarter; this usually means lifting heavier at the gym and increasing time under tension, but it also means adding other forms of resistance to my regular training.
I like wearing my weight vest during my cardio sessions and during some gym workouts, to increase the amount of resistance, and therefore, calories burned, in a workout. Having developed muscles can also help prevent injuries in the joints, which allows me to train heavier over time.
Even if you're not a bodybuilder, weighted vests can help increase endurance and strength, as well as enhance posture when worn during exercise. This is because the extra weight requires your body to provide a natural counterweight. In other words, the muscles and tendons fire up and work to keep you balanced, strengthening your center of gravity.
If you haven't already added a weighted vest to your routine, what are you waiting for?
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