354 | What is Blood Flow Restriction Training?

Have you heard of Blood Flow Restriction? DocJen and Dr. Dom dive into the researcher who developed the method of Blood Flow Restriction training, their story of innovation and the science behind its effects on the body. Diving into its clinical implications associated with sarcopenia, cardiovascular complications, muscle growth and pain perception, they provide you with the latest research insights into Blood Flow Restriction Training. ⁠⁠⁠LMNT Discount: Fuel every system within the body and the brain by replenishing your electrolytes with LMNT! Get a free gift with every purchase and try some new flavors as you stay hydrated! What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl: 1:50 - How BFR training was born? 6:00 - How BFR training affects age related muscle wasting?  8:50 - How BFR supports blood pressure regulation  10:40 - Protocals to stimulate BFR for muscle growth  13:00 - BFR training and pain sensitivity  16:50 - The importance of supervision  To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch⁠⁠ For the full show notes, visit the full website at: ⁠https://jen.health/podcast/354 Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to ⁠⁠subscribe⁠⁠ and leave a quick rating and review of the show!

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