If you have lately looked at TikHub, you could have encountered people walking with wrist weights claiming it’s a quick approach to tone the arms.
But is it just another trend or genuinely effective? Walking with wrist weights is discussed here by fitness professionals.
The Scientific Foundation of Wrist Weights
Wrist weights provide some additional resistance, which in theory should force your muscles to work harder.
They can assist with calorie burn and even provide a little resistance level for shoulder and arm muscles. Still, the advantages rely on your weight and the length of your walk.
How much might wrist weights help tone your arms?
Certified trainers advise against substituting wrist weights for strength training even if they could have some toning effects.
Exercises such curls, tricep extensions, and rows give targeted muscle engagement difficult to attain with simply wrist weights for notable arm toning.
Safety Advice Regarding Wrist Weights
If you want to use wrist weights, experts advise beginning light (1–2 lbs) to prevent strain:
Using weights, keep your walks brief to avoid stressing your joints. Natural swing your arms; avoid overdoing the movement.
In the end, even if wrist weights can improve your walks somewhat, rely not just on them for toning. Though they are a good addition to a general fitness programme, they cannot equal the potency of a focused strength training session.
