I've used many brands and varying heaviness in weight of a variety of wrap weights aka ankle and wrist weights and this one meets or beats the others in quality and ease of use, is simply the best on the over 2.5 pound class and is my personal favorite :) Champion Reactor Wrist and Ankle Weights, 10-Pound (Pair)
Thankfully we are able to remove some of the weights... they are much heavier than anticipated. Unless you are a hardcore exerciser, you may want to opt for the 2 or 3 lb ankle weights which are cheaper. They are a good product though, no complaints.
These made in China ankle weights appear to be of good quality. The stitching is heavy duty and well done. The materials seem to be very good for this price range, meant to last.I would describe this product as ankle weights *only* since the velcro straps make them impossible to fully tighten around smaller wrists, like mine, and therefore they would tend to slip off.I've received the 9 pound pair and was concerned prior to arrival because nowhere on the internet could I find that the Reactor's had a zipper for removal of the weight packs. They do, and it's a metal zipper along with a medium duty lining. The packs are easy to remove from the pouches but are a little tricky to reinsert. Not a big deal however. I'd be careful opening and closing the zipper so not to pinch the top of the weight packs.The weight packs consist of small, flat metallic particles (probably lead) which are sewn inside an inner bag, and this bag is then contained in an outer, sewn, thick nylon (?) bag. The double bagging of the lead particles appears to be very durable. The particles flow and react very similar to sand. There's really no telling the difference.The two 1 1/8" velcro straps used to secure the weights around the ankles go all the way around and are firmly sewn to the product. They have strong, durable metal rings on the ends. With 2 weight packs tucked inside the pouches of the assembly instead of the full 5, the ankle weights can be snugged up around a 160 pound male (with average bone size). Using more weights only helps to keep the product snug; using only 1 weight doesn't allow for enough tightening of the straps, the very reason why these would not be recommended for wrist weights. 2) weights are a good amount to start working out with if you have decent leg muscles, good knees, and have already been working out somewhat.The packs are about as comfortable as you can get since they conform somewhat when pressed up against the ankles. Wearing shoes and a decent pair of calf-high socks are really a must when using the assembly, to further secure it from moving around and not chaffing your exposed skin.I've not worn the Reactor's enough to comment on on their durability. I'll try to update this review in a few months.I rate the product **** out of 5 because of the adjustability issue, and because it would be more comfortable if there were some padding included between the weights and the user. But overall, this is a great product and I recommend it to anyone searching for ankle weights. I would recommend however, that females consider a model with lesser weight (5 pounds and under) in consideration of this adjustability issue.TIP #1: Two weight packs in the Reactor amount to a little over 3.7 pounds (for the 9 pound version). They come with 5 packs each. If you've got fairly strong legs, using just two and walking about 1.5 miles will give you a decent workout until you've gotten stronger. It feels like the equivalent of walking with a 50 pound backpack (I know from experience).TIP #2: This is for the handy only! It requires some real work and modification (takes about an hour).If you really wanted, you can remove some of the particles from the packs to make them lighter. I've done this for better modulation. I now have weight packs where I can increase the total weight by as little as 3.2 ounces (.2 lb) instead of the 1.75 standard (unmodified) pound increase.An accurate digital scale is necessary for this procedure.Here's how to modify the weight packs:The weight packs are double bagged. First you cut, *width-wise*, across the top stitching (about 1/4 of way will suffice) of a weight pack. Note: This first cut is made just below the exposed stitching; the bottom of the back has stitching which is turned inward. This will expose the inner bag inside (which contains the metal particles) which can now be pulled out to work on. Now you simply cut a very small corner off (or make a very small hole near the top of the bag, just below the stitching) from the inner bag and, using the scale, pour out a measured amount out of the metal particles.Re-seal the inner bag by sewing it shut with some heavy duty thread. Do the same for the outer, nylon bag. Congratulations, you have now modified one bag! Repeat this process for the others.If you decide to do this, I recommend placing the modified end of the pack at the top of the assembly, nearest the zipper, when placing them inside the pouches, just to be safe.As a point of reference, I've modified my weight packs to the following:- 4 packs left at standard weight, 1.76 lb. each
- 2 packs at 1.50 lb. each
- 2 packs at 1.30 lb. each
- 2 packs at 1.10 lb. each
I have transformed my post 3 children body by walking a bridge while doing a rocky scene with my arms....started off with 1# wrist bands then got 4# hand weights but got tendonitis from the grip....searched everywhere for the perfect wrist weights that actually had enough weights and these are it! the weights are fully adjustable so adding or decreasing is easy. i am petite so they were a little loose around my wrists so i just wear terrycloth wrist sweatbands and strap them on backwards and they fit perfect! i highly suggest buying these.
It arrived on time and was well made. But I bought it for wrist more than ankle and it
does not stay put on smaller wrists and hands. It slips off. Its only for ankles or those with large wrists and hands. - Wrist Weights - Weights - Fitness - Exercise'
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