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Why Are Ankle Weights So Popular? We Asked Fitness Pros

Real talk: Do they live up to the hype?

by Courtney Leiva  |  COMMENT

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Are There Any Downsides to Ankle Weights?
Are There Any Downsides to Ankle Weights? "Ankle weights can place unnecessary stress onto the joints of the lower legs, and can cause imbalances (and/or muscle strains), if used while walking and/or running," warns Daughterty. "This is due to the fact that the added weight can change your gait, which can throw off normal movements, and cause pain and injury."

So what's a person to do? "Alternating exercises, and using ankle weights sporadically, can help you avoid these issues, while still strengthening your lower body at the same time," she adds.

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