OMORPHO has unveiled G- Vest+, which is billed as the world’s first connected weight vest for athletes. Aiming to not hinder natural movement, the weight vest distributes micro-weights to help increase the effect of a training session.
With pricing starting at US$279, the G-Vest+ features an embedded NFC tag. Tapping it with an iOS mobile device launches the OMORPHO Training App. This provides workouts designed to maximize results in minimum time.
Workouts on average last 20 minutes and feature a variety of plyometric and isometric movements utilizing G-Vest+ as resistance, without the need for additional weights or additional gym equipment.
“G-Vest+ expands our weighted sportswear collection with a powerful digital connection,” said Stefan Olander, Founder/CEO of OMORPHO, who launched the company in 2021, with US$13 million in total funding since inception.
“We’re delivering the simplest training solution for a mobile life, making it easier for anyone to get fitter and stronger wherever they are, whenever they want. The acclaimed G-Vest+ now unlocks simple, fun and effective workouts in the OMORPHO App, by simply tapping the iPhone.”
OMORPHO’s Head of Science, Erin Feser, has conducted research on the benefits of microloading – focusing on the impacts of small weights on athletic performance.
“If we want to improve performance, we must increase the challenge of our training,” Feser said. “That forces our body to respond, react, and adapt.
“OMORPHO has created G-Vest+ that allows you to perform movement training while loaded with minimal impact to movement speed or mechanics.
“I know there’s a perception around weighted vests being bulky, excessively heavy and uncomfortable, but those days are gone. G-Vest+ forms to the body acting like a second skin helping to increase training effectiveness, and therefore the impact of every workout.”
