Knowing how to properly adjust a weight vest is the first step in using a weight vest. Because they are one size fits all it is important to load it with the right amount of weight and use the cable system to adjust it to the right size. This cable system allows you to adjust the shoulder straps to make the plates higher or lower on your chest. While the cable system also allows for the cummerbund to be adjusted around the circumference of your torso. In this how to blog post I will be going over how to adjust the vest properly so that you can get a maximum benefit from the vest and the workouts that you perform. Feel free to click the link, and read the descriptions thoroughly to understand the assembly process and best way to use.
To start, the vest comes fully assembled. To get the proper adjustment I recommend lifting the Velcro strap that is attached to the two black cables and pulling it out of the vest. This will self disassemble the vest in order to put it back together with your specific measurements. You will now have four separate pieces, the two cummerbunds, the front chest piece in the back piece. Start by taking the front and back pieces and interlocking the Shoulder straps while having it placed over your head, if you feel that it is too low on your chest interlock the shoulder straps one position higher. Once it is in the right position start by threading the cable through the shoulder strap on one side. A helpful tip is to not worry about the other side and just focus on one side at a time. Once the first side is done it will be easy to mimic the same thing on the other side.
Now that the shoulder straps are adjusted to the right height we need to make sure that the waist straps are the right circumference around the torso. Both cummerbund straps are identical to each other so don’t worry about which one you are using. Strap them to the front Velcro with them meeting in the middle. Now this part may be easier if you have some assistance from a friend. Bring the back of the straps to the back part of the vest. Have Your friend pull the straps until the elastic is at a comfortable tension around your waist. I like to tie a string around the notch so that I can take it off and remember my positioning. Now it’s time to do the same thing that you did with the shoulder straps. Run the cable through the waist straps at the notch that you marked in the excess cable will be stored at the bottom part of the best. Now mimic the same process on the other side with the other cummerbund.
Now that you have assembled the vest to fit your size, just add weight and get to work!
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