Readers ask me if it is okay if they walk around with ankle weights. They think that it must be beneficial since it adds weight to their walk and increases the effect of weight bearing on the bones. Right? I address this question and offer suggestions on how to use ankle weights for exercise and weight bearing.
I was glad to hear you recommend using ankle weights in a backpack. When cooking or doing other standing household chores and taking walks, I carry 8 lbs. of ankle weights in my backpack. I'll be sure to adjust this so the weight is higher, between my shoulders. Thanks for this tip and so many others.
It’s common sense that the ankle weights make you slower and have a slower reaction time, but if I walk with them during the day than take them off when training or exercising wouldn’t that make me feel faster and lighter?
I bought a 20kg weight vest and 1kg ankle weights half a year ago, and although the ankle weights makes it a little clunkier to walk to begin with, its not so much that i dont feel perfectly safe, and after i have walked a couple hundred meters, i dont even think about the ankle weights. Today i ordered 2kg ankle weights - and i remember from many years ago that 2kg is a bit much - but im guessing its not TOO bad. Worst case scenario, ill just use the 2kg around my wrists, and 1kg on the legs...
Good information to know. I like to walk briskly, I don't like having anything slowing me down when walking. I have Osteoporosis. So if I happened to lose my balance and not being able to step in the right way, I might fall. So it does make sense to me. However I might use it to help strengthen my leg muscles. I'm glad someone asked that question. I have 5lbs ankle weights and thought, can I use it for walking? Thanking you confirming that.
thank you so much for clarifying. Saves me all taht money I planned to spend. I like yuor scientific simple explanation. Us the people are flooded wiht all those gimmicks for exercise wihtout knowing those details and hidden dangers.
Thanks. Some readers like to know why they should not walk with ankle weights. I like to educate the readers so they understand what to do and what not to do. I also felt it important to explain some beneficial exercises one can do with ankle weights.
@margaretmartinpt I appreciated the detailed explanation and the safer alternate use of the weights. I don't like others doing my thinking for me, so I like to hear an educated opinion so I can best decide what is best for me. This was a great video on this subject and I will be looking forward to seeing more of your other presentations. Thank you !!! 😊
What do you think about using ankle weights when doing the step up exercises on a platform? Also the abdominal activation with leg drop might be more challenging using ankle weights. I find these two exercises a little too easy for me and have been considering using the weights when I finish my 12 weeks of active level.
Yeah, im almost 40, and 1kg ankle weights is NO problem for walking. It may potentially be more problematic for hiking in really rough terrain, like up steep places where you pretty much have to climb ~4 meters, but ive done this too, with the ankle weights and 20kg weight vest - once, and ONLY once, lol! Getting 2kg ankle weights soon, and im sure i will feel safe hiking on roads and good trails with these too. Only thing i worry about is if they are too heavy/impractical to use for walking.
Readers ask me if it is okay if they walk around with ankle weights. They think that it must be beneficial since it adds weight to their walk and increases the effect of weight bearing on the bones. Right? I address this question and offer suggestions on how to use ankle weights for exercise and weight bearing.
I was glad to hear you recommend using ankle weights in a backpack. When cooking or doing other standing household chores and taking walks, I carry 8 lbs. of ankle weights in my backpack. I'll be sure to adjust this so the weight is higher, between my shoulders. Thanks for this tip and so many others.
You are welcome.
Good way to kill your back 👍
It’s common sense that the ankle weights make you slower and have a slower reaction time, but if I walk with them during the day than take them off when training or exercising wouldn’t that make me feel faster and lighter?
thats what im thinking
Great question im wondering the same
It does, walk thru your house and up some stairs then take them off
That is the point of it
I have to say it. I stumbled across these and surprisingly my knees feel better and ive actually been loosing weight.
Are you saying by using ankle weights on your ankles while walking? Or by using weighed backpack?
I bought a 20kg weight vest and 1kg ankle weights half a year ago, and although the ankle weights makes it a little clunkier to walk to begin with, its not so much that i dont feel perfectly safe, and after i have walked a couple hundred meters, i dont even think about the ankle weights. Today i ordered 2kg ankle weights - and i remember from many years ago that 2kg is a bit much - but im guessing its not TOO bad. Worst case scenario, ill just use the 2kg around my wrists, and 1kg on the legs...
can i add the ankle weights to my stroller ? i brisk walk with my toddler in the stroller
You have a soothing voice ❤ and thank u for the information. I got asmr vibes lol 😂
Good information to know. I like to walk briskly, I don't like having anything slowing me down when walking. I have Osteoporosis. So if I happened to lose my balance and not being able to step in the right way, I might fall. So it does make sense to me. However I might use it to help strengthen my leg muscles. I'm glad someone asked that question. I have 5lbs ankle weights and thought, can I use it for walking? Thanking you confirming that.
Thanks for sharing
What if I walk around the house?
I wear a weighted vest to keep the weights in a helpful place. I started with just a few, and it has places to add more as needed.
🍊 *THANK YOU MA’AM FOR THESE ADVISES.* 🍊☺️
You are so welcome
where can i find more info on your thoughts of a weight belt on the hips with walking?
I wrote a blog post on this topic melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercise-equipment/weighted-belts-for-osteoporosis/
I am looking for ankle weights to add weight to my knee/leg raises. Any ones you recommend? Thank you.
thank you so much for clarifying. Saves me all taht money I planned to spend. I like yuor scientific simple explanation. Us the people are flooded wiht all those gimmicks for exercise wihtout knowing those details and hidden dangers.
Glad it was helpful!
Is it a good idea to use ankle weights to improve my speed running ?
Should have ended the video after she said,. Should I walk with ankle weights? Absolutely not. That was plenty thanks
Thanks. Some readers like to know why they should not walk with ankle weights. I like to educate the readers so they understand what to do and what not to do. I also felt it important to explain some beneficial exercises one can do with ankle weights.
@margaretmartinpt I appreciated the detailed explanation and the safer alternate use of the weights. I don't like others doing my thinking for me, so I like to hear an educated opinion so I can best decide what is best for me. This was a great video on this subject and I will be looking forward to seeing more of your other presentations. Thank you !!! 😊
What kind of ankle weights are you using?
Can I do squats with ankle weights or is it a waste of time
its a waste of time because you’re not moving your ankles
Thank you. Your explanations are thorough, easy to understand and helpful.
Glad you like them!
What do you think about using ankle weights when doing the step up exercises on a platform? Also the abdominal activation with leg drop might be more challenging using ankle weights. I find these two exercises a little too easy for me and have been considering using the weights when I finish my 12 weeks of active level.
Wear a weighted vest?🤔
Very informative blog!!!👌Really well done and very creative!!!🐬
Clever job!!!🌿
Absolutelly beautifully explaind !
Glad you think so!
How many pounds are your ankle weights?
are you only talking to 65 yr olds?
The advice is applicable to all age groups.
Yeah, im almost 40, and 1kg ankle weights is NO problem for walking. It may potentially be more problematic for hiking in really rough terrain, like up steep places where you pretty much have to climb ~4 meters, but ive done this too, with the ankle weights and 20kg weight vest - once, and ONLY once, lol! Getting 2kg ankle weights soon, and im sure i will feel safe hiking on roads and good trails with these too. Only thing i worry about is if they are too heavy/impractical to use for walking.