The ankle weights aren’t necessarily making your ankles or legs work harder, in these examples; they just add resistance to ...

Whether you want to tone, strengthen, or level up your fitness, ankle weights are a great way to increase the intensity of your bodyweight exercises. Ankle weights are seriously underrated — I’ve used ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." ANKLE WEIGHTS HAVE become a staple in many fitness routines, for good reason. These versatile accessories ...

Ankle weights have been a staple in fitness routines for decades, typically adding between one to three pounds of resistance. Though they may have originated in the 1970s, ankle weights are still a ...

Walking is a staple in my weekly routine. I log a 3.5-mile loop around my neighborhood at least a few times per week. Lately, I have noticed an interesting trend. At least half of the women I pass on ...

Ankle weights add a small amount—anywhere from one to three pounds—of resistance on a walk. They engage more of the smaller, stabiliser muscles in your legs and core (like the tibialis anterior and ...

Whether you’re a runner, walker or regular gym-goer, you’ve likely noticed other fitness enthusiasts sporting weighted vests or strapping on ankle weights. This weighted equipment seems to be all the ...

Ever wondered why you can’t squat as deep as your gym buddy? The answer might be right at your feet. While most fitness enthusiasts focus on building impressive quads or sculpting perfect abs, ...

We might earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of the links. The McClatchy Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content. Wearing ankle weights ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Love walking but looking for a way to take it to the next level? Adding resistance is always a good ...