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Gaiam Walkvest Kit by Debbie Rocker (Previous Design)x
  (11 reviews)
Challenge your walking routine by adding resistance it's a great way to workout even if you only have a few minutes a day. The Walkvest is a lightweight/breathable, adjustable cotton vest that safely holds 2-16 lbs. of added weight so you can burn fat and calories faster, includes 4lbs. Also includes CD & DVD! hoose from the following: Walkvest sizes S, M, L. (see "More Information Available" link below for detailed sizing) Walkvest Extra weights (4 additional 1/2 lb. weights) Walkvest Advanced Kit I love my Walkvest. It's like having my own personal trainer right beside me. After a few weeks I felt stronger all over. I feel like I have a new lease on life." - J. George, Los Angeles, CA laze Your Own PathDebbie Rocker former professional athlete and an originator of Spinning« invented the Walkvest to intensify the effects of America's favorite workout and help people stay on the path to fitness and lifelong wellness. Her Walkvest is used by top U.S. gyms, leading health professionals, celebrities and pro athletes. "I am ... motivated to help people change their lives, not just their bodies." - Debbie Rocker, Walkvest« inventor, ultra-marathoner Amp up your workout with the weighted resistance of the WalkVest workout kit. Invented by Debbie Rocker, former pro athlete and an originator of Spinning, the WalkVest increases the fat-burning, lean-muscle-building, and bone-strengthening effects of walking, running, and hiking. The vest is lightweight and breathable, with an adjustable cotton construction that safely holds from 2 to 16 pounds of added weight. As a result, you can burn fat and calories far faster and more efficiently than with standard walking workouts. The kit also includes Rocker's 30-minute workout DVD, a 20-minute audio CD, and eight 0.5-pound weights (4 pounds total). A favorite of top U.S. gyms, leading health professionals, celebrities, and pro athletes in the U.S. and beyond, the WalkVest comes in small, medium, and large sizes. About Gaiam
Gaiam was created as a lifestyle company with the vision that, given a choice, people would choose a lifestyle that is healthy and life enhancing, for themselves, their families and the Earth. The Gaiam lifestyle is a vote for individual health as well as the future sustainability of the Earth’s resources. Gaiam strives to provide customers with alternatives to traditional products by offering natural, eco-friendly or healthy versions that compare with the style, quality and price of conventional products. Gaiam’s goal is to become the trusted source and unifying brand for Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) participants. They understand that the opportunity to affect people’s lives with information and products is both a privilege and a responsibility. Gaiam believes in the concept of Conscious Commerce, the practice of making purchasing decisions based on personal values and beliefs. It takes into consideration all the aspects of our lives and the impact we have upon the planet. Research indicates this concept appeals to approximately 50 million people in the U.S. alone. Gaiam's strategy in delivering the distinctive quality for which they are known is to partner with experts in health/wellness, eco-living and personal development to develop proprietary products that meet our customers’ needs with meaningful solutions. The name GAIAM is a fusion of the words Gaia (the name of Mother Earth from the Minoan civilization in ancient Crete), and I am reminds us that we are all interconnected with the Earth, the air and water, and very much a part of this living system that sustains us all.
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Getting in Shape QUICK
By ASP1C5VAJD0WC on 2008-02-17
I've been a walker for years. Walking had helped me to stay fit and in control of maintaining my weight and size. However, for the last year I started gaining weight so I increased my walking time but I still couldn't drop those extra pounds. I had almost given up and accepted those extra pounds. But I heard about Debbie Rocker walkvest and decided to give it a try. Though I've only had my walkvest for several weeks I've already seen a MAJOR change! I've only lost one pound but my clothes are fitting more loose. I'm really excited and more motivated to walk since I''m actually seeing a change. I highly recommend Debbie Rocker's Walkvest to anyone who wants to get rid of those extra pounds and inches. In fact, I'm ready to buy more weights. I may actually get back into a size six!
gaiam walkvest
By A2AKT1WFIOPSI6 on 2007-10-13
I like the concept and the vest if comfortable. I only warn people about using too much weight at first. Remember to start off slowly with the weights.
walkvest is great
By ABES5L1TS40U on 2007-10-17
This product is very good for anyone wanting to take their walking routine up a notch. I didn't think an extra 4 - 8 lbs would be that heavy! Just one word on the fit of the product. I didn't know until I received the vest that it should fit snugly. I ordered a size that was too big so I will have to alter the size somehow to make it smaller. Other than that the vest is very well made and the dvd was good too. I haven't had the chance to use the cd yet.
Weighted vest
By AFDYDL927PWH1 on 2008-03-01
Gaiam Walkvest Kit by Debbie Rocker (Previous Design)
makes workouts more challenging - amazing how just 4 additional pounds can affect one's workout! You can add up to 16 pounds (I ordered the extra weights from the walkvest website - Amazon had a better price for the vest but did/does not offer the extra weights). The vest has been borrowed by several friends who like the additional challenge it provides while doing their cardio at the gym.
Walkvest is Great!
By A23JYZ8TAMWBT7 on 2007-10-17
Walkvest is a great addition to my every day workout. Haven't had it long enough to know if it makes a difference or not, but I'm looking forward to good results!
- Great idea, imperfectly executed
By A3A62AZAPRJQUZ on 2008-04-04
The idea is great: adding evenly distributed weight close to your body's core, to make it work harder without adding stress in any one place. An ergonomic advantage of this particular vest is that the thin weights lie flat against your body. It's lightweight, the cut is comfortable, and the look is almost stylish, so I don't feel too dorky wearing it for a walk in public. The shoulders are nice and wide -- also good for weight distribution -- so I haven't felt tugging or pressure there.
The disadvantages: because the weights are tallish, their tops hit my ribs in an uncomfortable place, so when I move there's friction and poking. (And I'm long-waisted, so I wonder how it fits on shorter waists.) I can slide the weights around some and move them to different pockets, but it's still a problem. The other major problem is that I have looked everywhere for additional weights (the starter kit is just that, including only four out of a possible sixteen pounds) with no success: nothing has turned up in local stores, or on Amazon, Google or the Gaiam site. The Walkvest site has been out-of-stock for weeks. So I'm stuck with four pounds, which is really frustrating. I'll be interested to see if it becomes more or less comfortable with additional weight.
One other note: I found the vest runs a bit large. I usually wear a medium or bigger, but my WalkVest medium is quite loose on me.
Advice: Before you buy, see if you can find additional weights. And since a good fit is critical, best to try on different sizes first.
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By ASEJZXG3KE0XZ on 2008-03-26
My vest arrived promptly. It is very sturdy and seems durable. I ordered a size SM and received a Medium. The armholes were large and I've had to use safety pins to make them small enough but otherwise the vest fits well. I'm using it several time a week and while I can't say that the weight loss is rapid, the vest adds to the cardio effectiveness of my walks.
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By A3O1BBEQMS1OB0 on 2008-04-11
I really like the vest. I feel like I'm getting a good workout when I wear the vest. It would be nice if they could add Velcro to the front for a tighter fit.
- Awesome workout!
By A2G5DZCG5GNYQJ on 2008-04-06
I really enjoy walking outdoors as a work out and thought I was doing good. Using the walkvest & the guided audio cd really showed me how to get a better more effective work out! The only thing I didn't like about the vest is the pockets where you insert the weights aren't sewn - so the weights tend to go sideways. Otherwise great vest! I also tried the Walkvest Workout DVD - great workout! Price is very reasonable.
- Walkvest improves posture while it revs metabolism
By A2SM5MI5TQ8HX6 on 2008-05-22
The walkvest is comfortable and has contributed to improved posture (by placing weights in balanced positions). I found it easy to use, and got an extra set of weights - currently using 6# (and have 2# reserve weights).
My only complaint is that it is not proportional for petite bodies, so I either have to wear it blousy above the waist, or with waist clasp and weights below the waist. It is managable and I do recommend it.
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| Product Features |
- Walking workout kit with adjustable, breathable cotton vest
- Helps burn fat and calories faster and more efficiently, great for indoor and outdoor use
- Includes Debbie’s complete Walkvest 30-minute workout DVD, a 20-minute audio CD
- Comes with 8 half pound weights totaling 4 pounds, safely holds from 2 to 16 pounds of additional weight
- Flat weights make it more comfortable and easier to wear, distributes weights evenly around the torso
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