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Inside Exercise

#64 - Blood flow restriction and exercise with Dr Jeremy Loenneke

Sep 17, 2023
Dr Jeremy Loenneke, an expert on resistance training and blood flow restriction, discusses the benefits of low load resistance training with blood flow restriction on muscle hypertrophy and strength. He explores the dissociations between increases in strength and hypertrophy when undertaking resistance training. The podcast also covers the history and applications of blood flow restriction, as well as its potential for rehabilitation. Overall, an interesting conversation on innovative exercise techniques.
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Quick takeaways

  • Blood flow restriction training can result in significant increases in muscle size and strength.
  • Blood flow restriction training is commonly used in rehabilitation settings and is also utilized by athletes and bodybuilders to enhance their training efficiency.

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Blood flow restriction training for muscle hypertrophy and strength

Blood flow restriction training, also known as BFR or blood flow restriction, involves applying a cuff to the proximal portion of a limb and partially restricting blood flow during exercise. This technique has been shown to have comparable effects on muscle hypertrophy and strength when compared to higher load resistance training. Research suggests that using low load resistance training with blood flow restriction can result in significant increases in muscle size and strength. The exact mechanisms behind these adaptations are not fully understood, but it is believed that metabolite accumulation and potential cellular swelling may play a role in stimulating muscle growth. Blood flow restriction training is commonly used in rehabilitation settings and is also utilized by athletes and bodybuilders to enhance their training efficiency and target specific muscle groups.

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