The Influences of Blood Flow Restriction on Leg Press
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-40
SponsorSalisbury University
This study will investigate the use of different blood flow restriction cuffs during leg press exercise on arterial stiffness, muscle morphology, performance, and participant perception.
Physically active (> 1,000 MET/min/wk) for at least six months.
Weight stable for previous 6 months (+/-2.5 kg)
Stage 2 hypertension (SBP >/= 140 and/or DBP >/= 90 mmHg)
BMI>40 kg/m2
Diabetes
Familial hypercholesterolemia