Ankle Weights - Pair

After reading some of the reviews I was a little hesitant about ordering this weight set. But, I needed a set of weights to take to Europe on a long trip. I found I had absolutely no problem filling them to my desired weight. And, I had no problem at all with leaks. They were also easy to empty and are waiting for my next trip.

After the 3rd time of using them, the velcro strap came loose on one of the weights. I feel it was of poor quality. It's a good concept for travelers, but the company needs to improve it's quality control.

I use these with air during water exercise. and with water when walking on land. The only problem is they cannot be used while swimming because with air inside, your legs float to the surface and cannot easily be controlled. So I remove them for swimming and for ab crunch and torso exercises in water. I am glad I bought them-- they enhance my water zumba workout.

I need to work out with weights every day to fight osteoporosis. I used to carry regular ankle weights in my (or my husband's) carry-on luggage. We always got stopped at security. I decided to try these aquabelles and ordered them to be shipped to my destination because I was afraid they wouldn't get to my house in time. They arrived before I did! They were great. I had no trouble filling or emptying them and they fit fine. I used them on my ankles and held them to do my arm exercises too (rather than spend the money for separate hand weights). My only suggestion is that they make them capable of holding more weight.

DO NOT BUY--THEY DO NOT WORK! I should've heeded all the other bad reviews saying the same thing. (1) When filled to even half capacity (4 lbs each), the velcro straps don't reach AT ALL to close them. I tried every which way. So they're totally useless. (And I'm skinny, 105 lbs, skinny ankles.) I'm not convinced they'd close/close well at 3 lbs. either. Maybe 2 lbs. But b/c of the way the water sits I think it'd be uneven and awkward. (2) The webpage info says capacity is 8 lbs. each, but when I got the manufacturer instructions with it, it says 4-lbs. each capacity. I use 4 lbs. of weight each normally, and when filling each to 4 lbs., there's no way it could hold much more. But regardless, the straps don't reach at even 4 lbs. (3) There's no markings for weight as you fill, so you'd need to use a measuring cup, but that's not practical for travel. (4) The filling hole is so small it takes forever. You can use a funnel, though that takes even longer. I am frustrated b/c there are no other travel weights I could find, on Amazon or otherwise, for those who must do physical therapy on the road.

I used this on my last trip with great success. Now that the weights come with a small funnel, filling the weights with water is not difficult. Great way to transport ankle weights without adding "weight" to your luggage.

As others have already reported, these water weights do not have a long enough velcro to strap them on your ankles once they have water in them. Also the opening for filling with water is very tiny and requires a funnel and takes a long time. Plus the nozzle does not push down into place as it should. All these problems could easily be solved. Take a lesson from CamelBak water systems and have a larger opening with a screw-on lid. And just lengthen the velcro!

Very versatile for use in the pool with air, or on land with water! Great for travel!