{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Dr. JJ Thomas Podcast","title":"Weighted Vests Explained: Do They Actually Help?","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":364,"description":"Most doctors might suggest that you should lose weight, but what if adding more weight is exactly what your body needs?In this episode, I dive into the science of weighted vests and why they’re a powerful tool for people of all walks of life. From athletes, weekend warriors, and elderly folks seeking improved balance and long-term health. You’ll learn how the right “dosing” of weight improves cardiovascular health, reduces insulin resistance, builds strength and muscle, and even trains your body to resist falls. Plus, I’ll share why progressively increasing the weight (instead of stacking heavy weights) is key to maximizing your strength and stability gains.If you’ve ever wondered whether weighted vests are just a fitness gimmick or a real path to better health, this episode gives you the clarity and the confidence to use them the right way.-------To book an appointment, join my mentorship, download my fitness app, or follow me on socials:  https://www.primal-pt.com/========================With over 20 years as a physical therapist, JJ’s passion for movement along with her unique experiences and training have shaped her into the successful clinician and educator she is.JJ graduated from the University of Delaware in 2000, which is now ranked as the #1 physical therapy school in the nation. She holds multiple certifications in a variety of advanced specialty techniques and methods, all of which complement her role as an expert clinician and educator. JJ has been certified in dry needling since 2009, and began instructing dry needling in 2012. She currently teaches for Evidence in Motion (EIM), and also independently lectures and trains other clinicians throughout the country in the fields of physical therapy, chiropractic, and sports medicine. She uses her expertise to help other professionals advance their skills and outcomes, either through manual interventions or specialized movement analysis.JJ Thomas also has certifications in Gray Cook’s Selective Functional...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/p7PE35AbCFWkCJEKeotL96qYyUJ8J-7OkpCp1lIFg8k/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zYTNk/OGUzMDEzOWQ5ZDNi/NjE4Njk3OGFkOTQ3/OTI4MC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}