02-09-2007, 05:11 AM
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Ankle Weights
Is it beneficial to run with ankle weights? More specifically, what does running with them do for you over time?
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02-09-2007, 05:14 AM
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If you want to increase the work load while you run I would look into a weighted vest rather than ankle weights. I feel that a vest is a safer approach especially once fatigue sets in.
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02-09-2007, 05:16 AM
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good point.
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02-09-2007, 05:34 AM
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i have tried ankle weights before, and they really made me feel like i was a slow runner but then once they came off i really felt a difference in how fast i ran. i compare the feeling i get to running up hill vs flat land...but i do agree, the vest is probablly a lot safer.
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05-23-2007, 06:10 PM
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How would the ankle weights harm you more than the vest? Just curious.. I have some that I use now and then.. don't want to be causing more stress on my joints if that's what the problem with them is..
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05-23-2007, 06:24 PM
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Their is more weight on a joint who's main point is to provide stability. The chances of you falling also greatly increases in my opinion. With a vest you can actually carry more weight and have it dist. over the body and not having to worry about that weight causing you to trip as much.
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05-23-2007, 07:04 PM
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Ah, I see. Valid points... Hmm. Now if only I could trade these ankle weights for a vest..
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05-24-2007, 03:42 AM
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I find a vest will help more with running, ankle weights help me more with agility
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