Performance and injury-related effects of low-load blood flow restriction training in amateur soccer players: a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Blood flow restriction (BFR) has gained interest in its application in exercise and potential benefits. This study aimed to investigate the effects of low-load, low-frequency BFR training compared with traditional high-intensity training on soccer-related performance outcomes and injury indicators in amateur athletes.

Methods

Twenty licensed male soccer players competing in a university-level league were randomized to either a BFR group (n = 10, 22.3 ± 1.3 years) or a control group (n = 10, 22.1 ± 1.8 years) for 6 weeks of training. Pre- and post-intervention assessments included muscle strength-endurance (isokinetic dynamometer), power (vertical jump test), aerobic endurance (Yo-Yo level 1 test), speed-agility (T test, Y-shaped reactive agility test), dynamic bal

SUBMITTER: Kara Kaya B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12831265 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature