Bala Bangles 1lb Charcoal

I looked at these ankle/arm weights for about a year. Because of the price I passed and thought what do I care what they look like? I work out alone in my house! I bought much cheaper weights which soon had frayed Velcro and looked worn quickly. These Bala bangles are so sleek and pretty it was worth the money even just for myself at home. They are easy to put on and take off. They hold in place beautifully, I’m in love

These are very cute. That’s honestly the main draw here. They look great, feel nice to the touch, and the packaging is very well done. They even come with a little case that is adorable, although I’m not entirely sure what I would ever use it for. Functionally, they’re a bit of a mixed bag. The velcro is very secure, which is good, but also kind of confusing in practice. It feels like you should be able to set it once and slide them on and off, but doing that is not comfortable on your hands or skin. So you end up redoing the velcro each time anyway. They do sit nicely and feel solid once on. I also like that they lay flat. I can set them on the ledge under my treadmill screen and they don’t roll or slide off, which is a small but nice detail. As for comfort, they’re about what you’d expect. Not uncomfortable exactly, but not something you forget you’re wearing either. That probably has more to do with the nature of wrist and ankle weights in general than this specific product. Overall, they feel like a bit of a splurge for the look. If you want something sleek and aesthetically pleasing, these deliver. If you’re just looking for function, there are more practical options for less $$. They would make a really nice gift in a fitness or self care basket because they feel elevated and a little special. If I were buying again for myself, I would probably save the money. Also, if someone invents a magnetic version that skips the velcro entirely, that would be a game changer.

Granddaughter loved these

These are great for any type of workout. I usually use them on my ankles when I’m on the treadmill or on my wrists for an arm workout. I love the sleek look of them and the velcro is quite sturdy and holds up during workouts.

This is a great brand, and I'm a big fan of brand-name items. They don't disappoint. The size is perfect for me, and they are easy to put on and take off on both my wrists and my ankles. The Velcro is strong, which helps them to be more functional for my use.