Effects of Low-Load Blood-Flow Restriction Training Versus High-Load Resistance Training on Neuromuscular Performance and Neuromuscular Activation.

ABSTRACT: Low-load blood-flow restriction (BFR) training is a potential alternative to high-load (HL) resistance training, especially when mechanical stress must be minimized. However, its effects on neuromuscular activation remain unclear. This randomized controlled trial compared changes in voluntary activation (VA) and neuromuscular performance following 8 weeks of BFR versus HL knee extensor training and examined the effects of a subsequent 2-week HL phase in both groups. Thirty-seven healthy adults (37-59 years, 22 female) underwent progressive BFR or HL training for 8 weeks (phase 1), followed by 2 weeks of HL training on knee extensor muscles (phase 2). Outcomes included VA, maximal isometric and dynamic leg extension and leg press strength, rate of force development (RFD), and jump performan

SUBMITTER: Ledergerber R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12780320 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature