MiR Short Weighted Vest With Zipper Option 20lbs - 60lbs Solid Iron Weights. Workout Vest for Men and Women.

I did a lot of research and looked into several brands when it came to weighted vests. Had one weight vest (a brand named Go Gear that was definitely a no-go) that literally ripped while I was training with it for the first time. Got that one at Big 5 -- avoid that one at all cost.I researched the MIR vest and purchased it due to its reported quality and durability. I've been using it for a week and the MIR vest is easily my favorite/best/smartest purchase in recent memory. It's a high-quality, durable vest that will withstand a tough training regiment. The weights are metal, and I found them extremely easy to add and take out -- despite what some of these dummies in their reviews are saying about having difficulty doing this simple task.The vest itself, while worn, is easy to get used to. You can strap yourself in real tight so the weights don't bounce around or shift -- perfect for running, hiking, pull-ups, push-ups, and many other exercises.Bottom line, this vest is worth every penny. Purchase this one and enjoy the ride.

It looks great,Stays in place for inverted calisthenics movementsRunning 5k, speed, hill workJump rope and shadow boxing... I also do a lot of burpeesYou can crank it down but it will restrict breathing but truthfully it doesn’t need it. I do double unders constantly and only have to to minor position adjustments.It’s short style allows me to wear it with a weighted dip belt just in case you need to level up past the base weight.The Zip is the better choice but it’s less max weight, I only got the zip because I wanted to easily put it on and take it off during a HIIT but truthfully, Once I finish with the heavy stuff, I drop it down to 20 or 30 pounds and literally do my whole workout wearing it.Literally it’s perfect except durability, I workout really hard 2 to 3 hours sometimes. It doesn’t feel cheap but after my first workout the Velcro is getting fuzzy, hopefully it holds up.

After spending a good amount of time searching online for a well built vest, and decided the MIR over V-Force. I am training for crossfit and SEAL, and found that the shape of the MIR is more effective for close-hand exercises and provides the most overhead mobility. Right out of the box, vest didn't have instructions on how to set up the straps; but a little common sense, a youtube video, or some pictures will set you on your way.Have been running 3-5 mile distances, plus sprints with the vest reduced to 20 lbs without noticing any degradation to form. Sits comfortably on the shoulders. The first few days experienced mild discomfort with red markings around shoulders and armpits due to strapping, but was quickly overcome. I sometimes run at night, and wear a reflective band, but the MIR vest also provides a horizontal silver reflective strip about a 1/4" across the back.Each pouch holds two 1.5 lb bricks. It's worth mentioning that the pouches are just the right size for my molle pouches to carry my multi-tool and flashlight.Extremely pleased with shipping. Item was shipped same day as ordered, on the 3rd, and then received via USPS on the 6th (one day early). I'm an impatient consumer when it comes to online orders, and was happily surprised by the s/h service.I ordered this over the V-force specifically due to shape and mobility, however, I wish that MIR provided the same options as V-Force; color or pattern on vest, and a sweat liner. Overall, extremely pleased and would definitely recommend.

I purchased this vest to increase my workout intensity on the treadmill. I wasn't sure if 20lbs was enough, but after using this vest for about 3 weeks, I can confirm it is more than enough for my intended use.The vest itself is well made and strong. The pockets for the weights are sturdy and I have no concern with them unintentionally opening. With the 20lbs of weight, there are a bunch of empty pockets to add more weight. I distributed the weights evenly between the front and back. The vest is comfortable on my shoulders with just a T-shirt under it. There are two set of front d-rings for the chest strap. One set for those with larger chests and one for those with smaller chests. This allows you to secure the vest as tight as you want.All of the straps and buckles are heavy duty and feel like they will last a very long time.My only gripe with this vest is the ease of putting it on and taking it off. I have a big head and wear glasses and earbuds when running. To put this on or take it off, I have to remove my glasses and earbuds to fit my head through the opening. It's a minor inconvenience, but something to keep in mind if you plan on taking this on and off a lot. I have seen some vests that have a front zipper. That seems like it may be a better design for ease of getting it on and off.