If you’ve taken a walk recently, you’ve probably seen joggers with weighted vests running past you. This is a new workout trend that is helping people lose weight and get the beach bods they’ve been dreaming of. According to Northwestern Medicine , strapping on a weighted vest is a simple yet potent way to turn a standard walk into a high-efficiency workout. By adding external resistance, you force your muscles, particularly your core and lower body, to work harder, which spikes your caloric