The Claim
In young male collegiate table tennis athletes, low-load blood flow restriction resistance training can be performed without reported adverse effects and may serve as a safer alternative to high-load resistance training for reducing joint stress.
What the research says
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For young male college table tennis players, a type of resistance training that uses light weights and restricted blood flow does not cause reported side effects and might put less stress on joints compared to heavier weight training.
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In young male collegiate table tennis athletes, low-load blood flow restriction resistance training can be performed without reported adverse effects, suggesting it may be a safer alternative to high-load resistance training for reducing joint stress.
Using light weights with a tight band around the leg makes the muscles work hard without putting much pressure on the joints, because the band tricks the muscles into using their strongest fibers even when the weight is light, so you get strong muscles without squashing your knees or hips.
What the research says
1 studyYoung male college table tennis players did light weight training with bands that slowed blood flow, and they didn’t get hurt or feel bad — so it’s probably safer on their joints than lifting heavy weights.
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