I was wondering how practical is it to use a weighted vest with a hard cardio HIIT based workout. I own a 75lb weighted vest that I barely use and I was thinking of using it when I do Gameday.

Currently, I cannot get through this hour long cardio training without taking breaks. Which are anywhere from a few seconds up to a full minute. I think I’m in fairly decent shape but just having a hard time losing body fat around the mid section. So along with changing my diet and using a fitday similar application on my smart phone, I am getting results. So would it be a bad idea or beneficial to wear the vest when I train on this hour long cardio workout for better results? What about weight training with it? I’m thinking it will burn more fat and help improve my endurance over time.

I’d prefer professional trainers, actual coaches, or those who have tried everything opinions and advice if possible but everyone's opinion is great too.

I have done the weighted vest. You really have to emphasize your form and remember quality over quantity. Injuries are very common.

It might help in the short term but I would not use it for an extended period of time.

75lb weighted vest!!!!! good lord. might want to go with a 20lb to start out.

IMHO I would try to get to the point where you can go through game day without taking breaks, then get to a point where you're waiting for the rest of them to catch you up before you use the weighted vest.

cheers,

jase

Ha I'm sorry all. Its actually a 25 pound vest. Typo on my part.

I am planning on adding a 80LB weighted vest for my next round for all my pullups and pushups. I am not going to start with all 80 but eventually i would like to get there. I am going to try and add 10 - 20 lbs to Plyo as well.