6-Week Program?

Maybe you're taking a more... holistic approach, but is a weighted vest really the best idea for dropping mile times? It sounds good in theory but I've got a lot of experience with distance running and that's not an accepted standard. It probably will help you with fast twitch muscles though.

I don't care about whats 'accepted'. I am in the army, and we have to run with rucksacks on our backs once a week. Atleast this vest will evenly distribute the weight on my shoulders. Also I plan on only hitting hills with it hard, going uphill is so much easier on my knees and ankles. Downhill running is gay and painful.