Does Wearing Ankle Weights While Walking Strengthen the Legs?
Physical therapists employ ankle weights to help patients recovering from injury because the adjustable cuffs allow them to slowly increase resistance in simple exercises. For healthy people, the weights can be a great addition to a home gym, because they are small, affordable and they store easily. These little powerhouses would strengthen your legs if you wore them while walking, but they are not generally recommended for that purpose. You would be better off walking on steep hills or increasing your pace without weights, the Mayo Clinic explains.
