Hyper Vest ELITE Thin Adjustable Weighted Vest for Men and Women

I have now had this vest for over 2 months. I didn't know if I would use a weight vest consistently, so prior to this one I decided to try the Tone fitness one at 8lbs. That one goes over the head and sits at the waist, and I liked it a lot (some may not like the weight on the clavicle area though). Since that one is static weight, I decided to try this one once I decided I enjoyed using a weight vest. I liked that it used metal weights and was adjustable. I previously bought the Pro version via "used" on Amazon but when I got it it already had some tiny holes in it. I decided to fork out the money for the pro version and it feels MUCH more durable. I didn't get the other one they have designed for women because the weights are in 2.5 increments and are sand, as well as not as distributed over the torso/back - but that one did look nice at half the price. At the time of purchase, I was 156 lbs, 5'4", size 10/12 (woman) with a short torso. I got a medium and it fit with about 2-3 inches of cord. Its very compressive, which is great because I have shoulder pain and I noticed the weight didn't sit at my shoulders at all but very evenly distributed. No issue with the clip on the cord moving as older reviews state; the clip has been changed and is not the same as the picture. It doesn't budge. The logo is also white, not orange. 10 lbs is a nice weight for walking - it actually comes in closer to 11 lbs. I am not washing the vest, as taking and reinserting the weights would be tedious. I like that this is likely the last vest I will ever buy - as I get older, I can take weight out as needed. The packaging is pretty cheap - just a plain cardboard box, but I guess they save money on packaging. No hot spots on the best, but your mileage will vary depending on your body shape (and how it changes). I thought the corners in the armpit area would be annoying, but it's been fine. I wear it with a workout tank underneath for my walks. All in all, for durability, flexibility of weights, weight distribution, and value for those things,I think this is the best weight vest out there. I looked at others that seemed much cuter, but they were only a static 5lbs (and pricier!) and that wasn't going to cut it for me.

I have owned this product for almost 5.5 years. It is not the most used product in my inventory, but for Calisthenics, Mobility, and Weight loss/Muscle loss Prevention Tool it is great! For Calisthenics, this device gives you the ability to load any movement. Many of the other weight west that I own, or have used limit your movement in some way (bulky, floppy, obnoxious, etc. I can wear this under a shirt at the gym and it is minimally noticeable. I have worn it for weeks at a time under my daily clothes and no one notices, especially in the winter 😊. Due to the tight nature of the product advanced movements or training to advanced movements where body to surface or limb to body clearance is needed the weight is not in the way and never shifts. This allows you to confidently and incremental load progressive steps to achieve your Calisthenic and Mobility goals. For users who are looking to Manage their muscle loss during a cut or hard dieting, I find this vest allows me to “load as I lose”. Let me explain, I seasonally fluctuate training and eating habits, so my weight can move around 15- 20lbs a year. If I can do 5-6 anytime pull ups at 195lbs then at 170-175 I know my body on the ground in advanced movements get easy, pull ups get easy and much bigger sets, too. Applying the vest to your routine reminds you what its like and where you truly are. Another method I use Involves loading the vest incrementally in a cut back to my start weight. This helps me to keep the stimulus the same or increasing, instead of a decreasing load as bodyweight is lost in a cut. On the flip side in a bulk loading this to the max helps until it gets tight 😊. On that note I bought a medium and It fits well when thin, but when fluffy a large would be better. As far a quality is concerned it has been a great product, only shows normal wear and expected material wear. The biggest cons are Loading/Unloading weight, Cost, Adjustability. I try to always wear some type of undershirt under the vest. I have worn it with and it is do able, but any extended high energy session (long runs, burpees, etc.) and you might notice some chaffing. The other problem is cleaning, you cant just chunk it in the washer. Loading and Unloading the weights is necessary for a machine wash and is a time consuming process, but once you get in a rhythm its not that bad. The little weight tool works great as long as you have it…. You can insert and remove without it though. • I have rinsed and cleaned the vest without removing the weights but find the material tends to get stiffer (not hard just not soft). Even after this a machine wash softens it up and works great. This product was much less when I purchased it in 2020, although it was one of the most expensive. Another thought on Cost was the fixed size of the vest. I understand that the product needs to be in spec to accomplish the job it is doing. Just wish for more adjustability in the product. I like the product enough when skinny to really enjoy it, but at that price point can not justify a second one for fluffy times of the year.

Overall Impression: This weight vest has a very unique design in that it is very form fitting and can be pretty snug. As a result, by design it moves very little if at all during walking and a little bit when running. Even though it is tight across the chest, it doesn’t restrict breathing because of the expandable side cords. I have owned several weight vests and this is by far the best and most comfortable available that I have tried. Specifically, it doesn’t weigh your shoulders down and make you fight against it causing shoulder/neck fatigue which means you can wear it for longer periods of time. Yes, it is very expensive, but after trying several vests for comfort you end up spending the same amount for less-than-optimal multipl other products. The total weight limit is 20 pounds and that may be significantly less than some other vests, but you can walk up and down hills and that 20 pounds is no longer easy. This is clearly the best vest I own and wish I had just bought it up front without trying other vests. Pros: -form fitting and doesn’t move much during exercise -expands as you breathe -variable weight capacity up to 20 pounds -slim design and can wear a slightly larger shirt or seat shirt over it -can alter its fit if you gain or lose weight a little bit Cons: -expensive -a bit fiddly adding extra weight especially when doubling up for each pocket -weight pockets are a bit small with two weights per pocket -after putting in 10 pounds or more, the seams around the head/shoulder openings will dig into you -be prepared for skin impressions from the cords and weights that will dissipate over a short time because of the tight fit (I added seat belt lambs wool around the shoulders: it helps -the weight is distributed evenly over your chest and back and as a result ends up being very comfortable and doesn’t tend to “swing” around your neck/shoulders (not top heavy) Company Recommendations (I doubt they will read this but anyway) -expand the weight pockets just a few millimeters for easier access without causing excess slop -add a double roll with foam around the edges for shoulder/armpit areas (not too thick just a bit) -consider adding lead weights as an option to gain a few more pounds

This vest is wonderful! I have a 10 lb budget vest that was great but bulky. I wanted something flatter and heavier and this fit the bill. I really forget I'm wearing it sometimes! Couple of things to note: Do not trim the side cords! I did and totally messed up the fit. The info card in the package advises against it for good reason. Also, since the fit is body hugging wearing a loose fitting baggy shirt under it throws the fit all off. I usually wear thin oversized shirts when I work out, tried the vest over one and it did not fit *at all.* I panicked thinking I'd gained two clothes sizes in two days! It is expensive, no question. As others have said it is worth it if you are dedicated to using a vest regularly. I think it will pay for itself.

THE GOOD: I've tried numerous vests and this is the best fitting, most comfortable by far. It fits like a vest and the weights are tiny and well distributed so it's not bulky. This ensures a snug fit that won't shift around on a walk/run/hike/workout. WATCH THE SIZING: It is VERY slim fitting. I'm a 6'2", 185 lb athlete with a 32-33" waist and got a Large based on their size chart. the L fits me but I had to loosen it nearly all the way for it to fit my chest/back to zip it up. THE BAD: Expensive, but worth it so far. Not Modular: Can't really add more weight -- so 20 lbs is the limit. For heavier vest workouts I'm going to get one of the plate systems, but they suck for hiking/walking/running IMO. Enjoy

Fits perfect

I don’t often write reviews, but this is an amazing product. I have both the black and blue versions. I wear one under my shirt at the office with a lighter load as it sits flush enough to not show through that much. I wear one with the maximum load I use on the stairmaster or other exercises. It’s perfect for scaling up workouts. My only complaint, which may be unavoidable, is difficulty cleaning. It would be tedious to take all the weight out to wash the vest, which will start to smell as it comes in contact with sweat. Maybe I’ll simply try soaking it with the weight inserted, but not sure if that can damage the vest or weights. Also, do not try to load more weight than it is designed for. While it will technically fit if you jam a third plate into some of the slots, those slots will start to tear with rough workout handling. Obviously, that is my own fault and not the manufacturer. Finally, I’d say the sizing is better fit for people with slimmer athletic builds. I have a powerful 5’11” 250 lb build carrying a disproportionate of weight in my legs, but I’m also close to 45 so I have a bit of fat also. I can zip up the XL vest and feel comfortable in it, but I am probably realistically at the limit of who it is intended for. A different 250 lb male carrying a bit more weight in the torso might have trouble zipping it up when fully loaded.

This is RIP OFF!!!! They don't send any weights. All you get is a vest, which is useless. So disappointed.

Brilliant product. I could not buy the weights though, so a bit disappointing not to be able to scale up in weight.

I love this vest. I did my research beforehand and looked at quite a number of different ones and although this was proving to be the most expensive, it had some legitimacy to be so: The material is tough, the quality of construction is excellent, the design has obviously been tried, tested and improved upon to produce an excellent fit and function. It's major advantages over almost all the others vests is the webbing fit at the sides and the tiny weights. It allows for perfect distribution and balance, progression and comfort. There's a tool (a slip of metal) that comes with it that allows you to put the weights in and out with ease. The final clincher for me was that Iron Wolf (a US marine from youtube) uses it repeatedly in his training. I respect his work and ethic, so if it's good enough for him to not only use, but go back to repeatedly, then it's good enough for me. On average I'll use it 2 or 3 times a week. It's stood up magnificently. This has been made to last. What it's done for my training is early days, but it is all positive so far. Whereas I'd give most gear purchases or training adjustments like a 1% improvement to performance, I've found a weighted vest may be something like 5-10%. I think it will certainly help me achieve progress over the next year as I push and consolidate the improvements. And because of the design, I'm not limited by what exercises I can do whilst wearing it - I can still do floor exercises (without the vest or weight digging in to me), twisting, flexibility, weights, cardio etc. They are all still doable whilst maintaining balance and control. Yes it's expensive, but for me it's proven a worthwhile and excellent purchase from a company that obviously cares about what they produce and how they treat their customers. These are important qualities to appreciate.

Very well built, does the job

If you're looking for a weighed vest to exercise, look no further. We did a lot of research into vests and these have to be the best fit, easy to use, easy to adjust and the fit really helps you keep it on for as long as your workout is without getting annoyed with the shoulder coming off or velcro tapes undoing themselves. It is absolutely brilliant. Watch youtube for recommended physio exercises with this vest. A great investment for our health. We have to thank the physiotherapist on youtube that recommends this - she is 100% correct. Many thanks!

Excellent vest. Easy to fit to form. Great material. Extremely well made. Exceptional quality! Arrived in a few days. Yes, the vest is quite expensive, but such high quality, you will never need to replace it!! I thought I ordered a medium but seller sent me a small. It still fits (Australian Ladies 12-14) thanks to the elastic side adjustments expanding, however now I cannot increase the weight to my desired future goal, and the medium would have been the perfect fit for my size. I have checked my invoice and the size I ordered does not appear anywhere on the order, so I can’t be 100% certain if it was the seller’s mistake or mine.