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What’s true—and what’s not—about the usefulness of working out in a weighted vest

While limited studies in the past have uncovered subtle benefits in muscular strength and improvements in balance, says Kristen Beavers, PhD, a research professor in the department of health and exercise science at Wake Forest University, these changes don’t necessarily lead to noticeable increases in muscle mass.

November 29, 2025

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When students belong, they’re more likely to earn a degree

Students are more likely to attain their degree when they report a stronger sense of belonging in their first year of college, according to a new study by Wake Forest University psychology professor Shannon Brady. The findings are clear. “When students feel a part of their institution—supported by faculty, engaged in coursework and part of a broader community—their college outcomes are different,” said Brady, first author of the study.
This article also appeared in Money Control and Mirage News.

November 24, 2025