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Will Wearing Wrist Weights On A Walk Really Strengthen Your Arms? Experts Weigh In On The TikTok Trend (Women's Health)

Posted: Jul 18, 2025 in In the News

This article originally appeared in Women's Health on July 18, 2025.

It’s 2025 and the girls are obsessed with walking. At Women’s Health, we’re all-in on the trend too. Any walk is a good walk—but some boast more benefits than others. Here’s why: in order to really get the most out of a walk (say, its cardiovascular, calorie-burning, or even muscle-building perks), you need to do it at the right intensity...

Overall, the more you move with intention, the more of a difference you'll see, says Sariya. You can also slowly increase your weights for an additional burn, as long as they’re not too heavy. (The American Council on Exercise suggests one to three pounds max for joint safety.)...

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