BodyTogs Wearable Weights to Burn Extra Calories

Finding the time to squeeze in a workout each day is hard as it is, and this is precisely why one company thought of completely eliminating the half an hour or more needed to exercise. However, that’s not to say that there will be no workout at all – quite on the contrary, thanks to the BodyTogs Wearable Weights, we can work the muscles on our body for the entire duration of the day and get better results in a shorter time, the manufacturers ensure.

The BodyTogs are actually fitted, customized sleeves that come with incorporated weights that are evenly distributed. Worn on the arms or legs, they can make any action harder than it would be under normal circumstances (from walking to lifting a cup of coffee to take a sip), thus engaging the muscles more and, in turn, burning more calories and leading to a faster weight loss. Although one pair of these sleeves is a bit on the expensive side ($55-59), the manufacturers offer a money-back guarantee if the client is not happy with the results.

“BodyTogs Wearable Weights are ergonomically-correct weighted ‘sleeves’ worn on the calves and forearms. They fit snugly and comfortably right under your clothing. Their unique no-show design ensures no one knows you’re wearing arm and leg weights. The extra pounds of BodyTogs arm and leg weights automatically increase the amount of calories you burn just from going about your day. Whatever your daily activities: housecleaning, shopping, working, running errands, and even while exercising, Body Togs will enhance daily calorie-burn.” the manufacturers say on the product's page.

Although BodyTogs are supposedly harmless if used according to instructions and only after seeing a doctor in case of certain health conditions, not all trainers are ecstatic about the idea. Working out during specially designated times is the only healthy approach to weight loss, they say, because it gives the body enough time to recover from the strain. Moreover, assigning a special hour to break a sweat also means taking a break from everything else in our daily life, which also makes it a very good stress reliever. Putting a strain on the muscles all day long fits in neither of these two.

“Performing strength training exercises that are specifically designed to target certain muscles are excellent for your body. When you use correct form, and the appropriate amount of weight, there is little risk of injury. On the other hand, carrying around extra weight on your arms and legs while going about your day may burn extra calories, but it will also increase your risk for a torn muscle or injury to your joint. Just like walking with dumbbells or ankle weight is a big no-no, you don’t want to do regular activities while carrying weights because it puts too much stress on your body. If you want to burn extra calories during your day, fit in an extra 30 minutes of cardio.” FitSugar says.