Ankle weights, also known as weights for the legs or foot weights, are small, weighted accessories designed to be worn around the ankles during physical activities or exercises.

They typically consist of a soft, adjustable fabric sleeve or strap with pockets to hold weights.

The design of weighted ankle weights often includes a long fabric sleeve that wraps around the ankle, with a Velcro closure and multiple pockets to distribute the weight evenly.

The weight of ankle weights is usually small fabric pouches filled with densely weighted material, allowing for adjustable weight increments ranging from 1 lb ankle weights to 40 lb ankle weights per ankle cuff.

Adjustable ankle weights are mainly used to intensify and add resistance to exercises and physical activities by adding extra weight to the legs and feet.

This added weight forces the legs, hips, and core muscles to work harder, resulting in improved muscle toning and strengthening.

They are commonly used in walking, hiking, running, aerobic exercises like step aerobics or kickboxing, and strength training exercises like leg raises, squats, or lunges.

Additionally, they are beneficial in physical therapy exercises for rehabilitation or injury recovery.

Ankle weights are manufactured using fabrics like neoprene, nylon, or cotton for the cuffs or straps, along with velcro, buckles, or other fastening mechanisms.

The weighted components of the ankle adjustable weights are made by filling small fabric pouches or molding dense materials like iron ore, steel shots, or sand into shapes that can be securely held in the ankle cuff pockets.

Proper use and gradual weight increases are recommended to avoid injury and maximize the benefits of ankle weight training.