Why a Weight Vest during a Crossfit workout?
Many of the WODs, especially the hero ones, require weighted vests to do Rx. I can’t express how much of a difference this makes on the WODs. It is vital to train with weighted vests, and it is a great way to increase the intensity of your training. If you don’t think it makes much of a difference, try Cindy or Murph with one on and then come back and talk to us.
Quality of the Weighted Vest
I have used several different weighted vests in competition and own my own, so I can speak from experience. I’ve also researched the reviews all over the internet, and talked to many other users of these vests. The weighted vests listed here are of quality and made to take a pounding.
Price comparison on high selling weighted vests at 40lbs
| Type – 40lbs | Base Price | +Ship to NY | +Ship to CA |
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| MiR ZFO | $58 | $86 | $86 |
| MiR at Rogue | $150 | $165 | $165 |
| BOX vest at Rogue | $154 | $170 | $170 |
| Information current as of 10/22/11 | |||
As you can see, you are saving $79 or $84 when you go with the MiR ZFO, so we think this is a pretty easy choice.
Gym X Recommendations
The MiR weighted vests are high quality products that will last the test of time. The MiR Weighted vest weights can be adjusted from 1.5lbs to as much as 140lbs depending on which one you buy. The removable weights are located high on the torso to protect the stomach from pounding as you run and also is delicate to the whole body while exercising. The vest is made of heavy-duty 1200D reinforced nylon, featuring double padded shoulders for added comfort, and mesh vented inside for breathability. The padding is designed to be contoured to your shoulder for maximum comfort. There are two adjustable straps that can be adjusted underneath so you can easily adjust the body length of the vest by sliding the straps up and down through the D-rings. To adjust the weight level, remove or transfer the weights from the packets which secure the weights with the durable Velcro weight closures. Both the short version and the full body version are available.
Click HERE to view the 40lb Vest
Click HERE to view all other sizes up to 120lbs!
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MiR 30Lbs Women Adjustable Weighted Vest
We can’t forget the amazing women who Crossfit out there! For added comfortability, MiR has produced a more woman friendly version of the weighted vest. A great weighted vest for women who Crossfit. This vest can still hold a hefty amount of weight at 30lbs all the way down to 5 lbs to make running, pull-ups and squats a whole lot harder! All 5 star reviews except for one person who said the vest came with no instructions… we find this silly, so we are confident in recommending you give it a try.
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