5 ON YOUR SIDE: Midlife wellness

For many women, midlife brings a new focus on staying strong, mobile, and healthy for the years ahead, and a booming wellness industry is taking notice. From weighted vests to walking pads and vibration plates, these products are all over social media. But are they worth your time and money? Consumer Reports tested them and spoke with a menopause specialist about what women in midlife really need.

Weighted vests, walking pads, and vibration plates are trending among women over 40, with claims ranging from building muscle and supporting bone health to improving lymphatic drainage. But do th...