i know that dirk nowitski (sp?) of the dallas mavs uses one during practices and i'm sure that other players do too. i was looking into them to do my GPP with-all my speed drills and stuff. not that brand-i found a vest on sale for about $40 or $50. i'm still thinkin about it as i'm just in hs and wont make any $$$ till my b-day and then till the fall when i start reffin again. so, if you can afford it, i'd say go for it. i cant think of tons of things to do with it. i'm not that sure about the fat loss part, but definitely for explosiveness and more strength.
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Which brand were you looking at that's abour $40? I looked at the XVest but $140+ is too much for me...
That's what I want to know. I was looking to get one, but it's $299 for the 84lb. version. Granted, that's a little TOO heavy for now, but you can always remove weights as needed. If you know of one for even $100, I'm there.
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Dick's Sporting Goods used to sell vests out here that were very similar. They were $60 - $80, IIRC. They held up to 40 lbs. Still, 40 lbs would be great to use while practicing basketball.
it was on sale in a magazine i get. i'll try to find the magazine. it was like eastbay-it's this huge warehouse store that sells stuff through the catalog and their online stores-i'll try to find it.
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i can't find the vest on-line. i did find the shorts, but they only have XXL (35-39 waist, 44-48 hips) and XXXL (39-43 waist, 48-52 hips) i don't really know anything about them, but here's the link anyway:
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Hey guys,
I am very familar with the Xvest - what are you looking to use it with?
The weighted vest can be used doing most anything.
Let me know how I can help,
Jerry http://fitforcecamp.com/
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Phaedrus-can you post your GPP routine? i haven't started mine yet, so i'm clueless right now. thanks
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The weight vest is great for use with walking. Also good for use doing daily activities. Use in this manner will increase gpp and improve/enforce postural alignment.
I hate to say this but have been a bit disappointed in it's 'clamshell' design. It flaps around during gpp - jump - sprint work.
The wide straps really inhibit the overhead lifts as well.
I have a friend who absolutey loves the smartvest - it is around the same price as the xvest. I have never tried the sv but will it the future.
I wrote a few articles on the xvest i will see if they are still posted or try to find them for you.
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