Rhonda James was skeptical when her husband ordered a weighted blanket for her online. But five minutes after she wrapped it around her body, she zonked out. "It felt like a really big hug," said ...

How to use weighted vests for real results. Weighted vests increase calorie burn and add challenge to everyday movements. Experts recommend starting light and focusing on low-impact activities for ...

They have been promoted as a remedy for anxiety and sleeplessness, with celebrities and influencers swearing by their calming effects. Weighted blankets – heavy throws filled with glass beads or ...

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Lately, as we’ve watched neighbors and gymgoers walking, running, and lifting weights, many of us have wondered: “What the heck is that thing they’re wearing?” ...

There's a new fitness trend draped over many shoulders. If you've taken a walk lately, you've likely noticed people wearing weighted vests. The market for weighted vests is expected to grow to more ...

Weighted vests are no longer just for military trainees or athletes. They’re everywhere, used by everyone from average gym goers to hardcore CrossFitters to intensify workouts. But now, brands are ...

Like many Gen X women, I remember when Jazzercise, Tae Bo, and step classes were all the rage. Muscle mass was for bodybuilders, we were told, so ignore those barbells in the corner of the gym if you ...

Sara Moniuszko is a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com. Previously, she wrote for USA Today, where she was selected to help launch the newspaper's wellness vertical. She now covers breaking ...

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