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Are weighted vests good for bones and muscle? Fact-checking a fitness trend

Are weighted vests good for bones and muscle? Fact-checking a fitness trend

It's a growing fitness trend. People say wearing a weighted vest when you exercise builds bones, strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health. But does research back up these claims?

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