The so-called “Hot Girl Walk” trend is under fire, and one piece of gear could bring an even bigger burn.
Creator Mia Lind claims she invented the viral Hot Girl Walk fitness trend, sparking controversy after she attempted to trademark the phrase and reportedly asked small businesses to stop using it, a move that eventually escalated into a full-blown legal battle.
Lind says she first created the concept back in 2020 and posted about it on TikTok in January 2021.
Since then, she’s expanded the idea into a brand and even published a self-help book titled “Hot Girl Walk: Find Happiness, Achieve Your Dreams, and Cultivate Confidence.“
Lind has also leaned into the lifestyle side of “Hot Girl Walk” culture, including giving workout advice and gear recommendations.
One of the most popular accessories tied to the trend is a weighted vest, which offers an easy way to add an extra burn to an otherwise ordinary stroll.
In one video, Lind said using her vest had her “a little bit more out of breath than normal”. In the caption of that post, she explained that this kind of vest may be particularly useful for people who go on their Hot Girl Walks in a city, “because it adds intensity to an otherwise flat road.”
On Amazon, weighted vests are already widely popular, with models like the ZELUS weighted vest seeing more than 20,000 units sold in the last month alone. And for Prime Day, this popular model has been discounted to just $14, making it an easy, budget-friendly choice for the hot-girl walkers.
With Prime Day deals wrapping up today, June 26, there’s not much time to grab this steal of a deal — and jump on the viral (and healthy) trend yourself.
Thousands of reviewers say the Zelus Weighted Vest is comfortable, easy to use and versatile enough for workouts beyond “Hot Girl Walk — including biking, hiking and even running.
“It’s been over a year, and I still use this vest for all my ‘hot girl walks,’” one pleased reviewer shared. “I love the extra weight it adds, and you just feel stronger afterwards. Highly recommend if you are looking for an extra push in your workout.”
Another user highlights the vest’s safe and practical design, pointing to built-in storage for essentials like a credit card, pepper spray, and keys.
With a range of sleek styles and weight options available, it’s an easy upgrade — and at just $14, practically a steal — for anyone looking to jump on the “Hot Girl Walk” trend.
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Your Amazon Prime Day FAQs, answered
What is Amazon Prime Day and when is it?
Prime Day is Amazon’s biggest sale of the year, offering deep discounts on bestsellers and everyday essentials. This year’s event runs from Tuesday, June 23 at 3 a.m. ET through Saturday, June 27 at 3 a.m. ET.
How long is Prime Day?
This year, shoppers can take advantage of four days of Prime Day deals: Tuesday, June 23 at 3 a.m. ET through Saturday, June 27 at 3 a.m. ET.
What’s new about Prime Day in 2026?
In addition to pushing up the sale to June, Amazon is including several new programs and promotions, including:
- Today’s Big Deals program: New daily discounts up to 50% off or more
- New deals dropping as often as every five minutes during the sale
- Prime members gain access to exclusive travel deals
- Prime members who spend $15 or more on a qualifying online grocery order have a chance to win free groceries for a year
- Prime members who set up a deal alert with Alexa have a chance to win a $1,000 Amazon gift card
- Through June 26, Prime members can get a large pepperoni or cheese pizza from Little Caesars for $5
- Through June 26, Prime members who purchase a new car through Amazon Autos get a $1,500 Amazon gift card
Do you have to be an Amazon Prime member to shop?
Prime Day and all its amazing discounts are exclusively available to Prime members. However interested shoppers can grab a 30-day free trial to try Prime, and its many benefits with no strings attached, and gain access to exclusive deals and the convenience of fast, free shipping.
What are the best deals?
From reporting on Amazon sales for years, we can tell you for certain that Prime Day is the ideal time to stock up on beauty and skincare staples, score big-ticket tech for less, bestselling vacuums, and comb through the massive catalog of Amazon best-sellers. Plus, since this year’s sale runs before the Fourth of July Americana-themed deals and summer hosting essentials.
Is it worth it?
We certainly think so! Prime Day is a great chance to score deals on thousands of best-sellers, top tech and appliances and every day essentials. Our team diligently sorts through all the offers to find you only the very best items to grab on sale.
When is the next Prime Day?
Already wondering when Amazon’s next Prime Day is? We expect Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days sale event to return in fall 2026. Follow Post Wanted’s around-the-clock coverage, and you’ll be the first to know about headline-worthy sales. Click here to find all of the best deals.
This article was written by Miska Salemann, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter. As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. Taking matters into her own hands, Miska intrepidly tests wellness products, ranging from Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Longevity Mix to the viral Oura Ring to Jennifer Aniston’s favorite workout platform – often with her adorable toddler by her side. Before joining The Post, Miska covered lifestyle and consumer topics for the U.S. Sun and The Cannon Beach Gazette.