Weighted Vest Training

[JaY]

I came across an article at http://www.runnersworld.com/article/...-0-286,00.html which sparked my interest and I came across some other articles about weight vest training after further searching.

http://faculty.washington.edu/crowth...strength.shtml


I was wondering if anyone has tried to train with a weighted vest or know anyone who has, and if so what are their thoughts on it. Personally it looks interesting and worth trying out despite its high cost. What are your opinions on training with this in preparation for SFAS? Not just for running but also pushups, situps, pullups, rope climbing, and possibly for rucking if a rucksack is not available. In regards to rucking, I would imagine it would help to prepare your legs and feet but not so much your lower back and shoulders since the weight will be balanced equally between the front and back of the vest. Thanks in advance for your time.

EDIT: Forgot to include the link to a manufacturer which seems to be the most reccomended/mentioned in articles I've came across. http://www.thexvest.com/