CINCINNATI —

Weighted vests are becoming a popular workout accessory, seen everywhere from suburban neighborhoods to city centers, offering health benefits but also posing risks for certain individuals.

"I'm in the National Guard, so it's my job to carry big weights, so it just helps me train,” Nikita Kaymo, a personal trainer, said. Advertisement

Fitness experts highlight several benefits of wearing weighted vests, such as increased stamina, muscle building, metabolism boosting, and enhanced calorie burn. However, they caution against potential symptoms like neck pain or pain radiating into the buttocks and legs, advising users to stop wearing the vest immediately if these occur.

Dr. Ryan Seal, a spine surgeon at Christ Hospital, warned that individuals with underlying spine issues,

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