Dr. Sten Stray-Gundersen discusses the benefits of blood-flow restriction training, including increased muscle strength, improved endurance, and reduced risk of injury. He also shares his research on hypoxia and endothelial function. The podcast covers Sten's upbringing, his success in sports, and his experience working in the field of exercise physiology. Additionally, it explores the contrasting approaches to blood-flow restriction training for elite athletes and middle-aged/older adults, as well as the effects of this training on cardiovascular responses.
