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The Impact of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training and Variable Repetition Duration (VRD) Training on strength, endurance, Power, and Girth among Fitness Enthusiasts.

Effect of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training and Variable Repetition Duration (VRD)Training on Physical Performance Parameters in Fitness Enthusiasts: An Experimental Study - NIL

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2024/07/070972
Enrollment
76
Registered
2024-07-22
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2024-08-19

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

None listed

Interventions

Intervention1: Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training: Exercise 1: Squats Weeks 1-2 (Adaptation Phase): Warm-up: 5-10 minutes of light aerobic activity 5 Min – Brisk Walking 5 Min – Active Stretc

Sponsors

Sarfraznawaz F Shah
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: - Fitness enthusiasts actively engaged in regular exercise or sports activities (e.g.,resistance training, running, cycling, etc.) (150mins/week) - Participants with no history of cardiovascular or musculoskeletal disorders that would contraindicate BFR training. - Participants willing to commit to a 6-week structured training program consisting of BFR and VRD training. - Participants with no prior experience with BFR training or similar occlusion techniques. - Ability to understand and follow the study protocols and instructions provided by the research team. - Willingness to provide informed consent to participate in the study

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: - Individuals with a history of cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, or other medical conditions that may pose a risk during BFR training. - Participants with musculoskeletal injuries or conditions that would limit their ability to perform exercise safely. - Pregnant or breastfeeding women due to potential risks associated with BFR training. - Individuals currently using medications or supplements that may affect exercise performance or cardiovascular responses. - Participants with a known allergy or sensitivity to materials used in BFR cuffs or bands. - Athletes or individuals participating in high-intensity training programs that may interfere with the study outcomes. - Individuals with a history of thrombotic disorders or blood clotting abnormalities.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
1 Repetition Maximum (RM) for Strength Timepoint: At Baseline At 3 weeks At 6 Weeks

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
12 min Cooper’s Walk / Run TestTimepoint: 3 Times;Girth Measurement Timepoint: 3 Times;Vertical Jump TestTimepoint: 3 Times

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr Neha Mukkamala

College of Physiotherapy

neha.cop@sumandeepvidyapeethdu.edu.in9898216184

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026