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  • The study assessed how low-intensity blood flow restriction (BFR) training combined with high-intensity resistance training (HI-RT) impacts the jumping performance of long jump athletes.
  • Eight athletes were assigned to either HI-RT or the combined training regimen, with muscle power and strength measured at the start, 3 weeks, and 6 weeks into the training.
  • Results showed that the combined training group had significant improvements in muscle strength and jumping performance compared to the HI-RT group, indicating that using both training methods together is beneficial for long jumpers.

Article Abstract

Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of low-intensity blood flow restriction (BFR) training and high-intensity resistance training (HI-RT) on the leaping performance of long-jumpers.

Materials And Methods: Long jump players were divided into two groups; one group (group A) receiving HI-RT (n = 8) and the other group (group B) receiving combined low-intensity BFR training plus HI-RT (n = 8). Muscle power and knee muscle strength was assessed at baseline, 3 weeks and 6 weeks of intervention.

Results: 1-RM was found to be significantly different between Group A and Group B at 3 and 6 weeks. Further, IKDQR, IKDHR and IKDQL was significantly improved in group B as compared to group A both at 3 and 6 weeks. There was significant time effect, group effect and time-group interaction in the strength of quadriceps and hamstring of both left and right leg measured through isokinetic device. Post-hoc analysis for 1-RM in group B showed a significant improvement at baseline and 6 weeks and the broad jump was significant at baseline and 3 weeks and at baseline and 6 weeks.

Conclusion: The combined effects of low-intensity BFR training and HI-RT is effective in improving the muscle strength and power of lower limbs in long jumpers.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10457511PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19068DOI Listing

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