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08-07-2006, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by DougHillman
The OP's quote isn't really entirely correct.

Wearing weights while you do specific exercises most definately will produce benefits. That's the ENTIRE purpose of weight training. Is he dismissing the notion that weight training makes you stronger? Your body weight can only take you so far. If you've done a complete jump training program and your vertical jump has stabilized, do it again with a 15 pound weight vest and you're gonna see results when you take that vest off.


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Well, there's a big difference between doing a resistance program with a weight vest, adding weight to your core and using ankle weights which put unneccessary strain on the joints. Another issue is they're 'unsprung weight' for lack of a better term. They add weight away from the weight you're pushing.... there's a better way to put that, but I'm tired and it's as good as it gets now.


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