The 6 Best Ankle Weights of 2024, According to Testers and Fitness Instructors [Video]

If you want to level up your workouts, the best ankle weights can add fabulous muscle burn in seconds. Ankle weights offer a comfortable, quick way to implement resistance into every type of exercise, from simple side planks during an at-home workout to daily walks around the neighborhood.

“Anybody can benefit from ankle weights,” says Michelle Parente, NYC-based certified fitness instructor and integrative health coach. “If you’re a beginner, that additional 1 lb weight will add a little bit of resistance to your workout without being too intense. Even if you’re an expert and work out every single day, ankle weights can still pose a challenge because you’re activating your muscles in different ways.”

It’s never too late to start adding a set to your regular fitness routine but finding the right pair for you and your workouts can be tough. So, Shape’s team of testers tried out 10 pairs during Pilates, Yoga, and walking workouts to determine the best ankle …