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We'll Tell You How to Pick and Use The Best Ankle Weights for Runners

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Pros

1 lb weight increments

Firm fit

Comes in a variety of colors

Breathable fabric

Cons

Sandbags can be tough to add and remove

If you have small ankles and you're using all the sandbags, these may slide down

Unlike other weights that rely purely on a Velcro strap to close, Sportneer's come equipped with a metal D-ring that creates a secure lock around your ankles.

The neoprene fabric is thick, soft, and squishy, like a scuba suit, which helped hold the weights firmly around my ankles. I didn't notice any sliding or rotating, and never needed to adjust or re-fasten them.

While these stayed fresh throughout testing, one of the benefits to going with adjustable weights is that you can take out all the sandbags and toss the shells in the washing machine.…

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