Effects of Low-Intensity Blood Flow Restriction Training on Strength and Kicking Performan
This study aims to investigate the effects of low-intensity blood flow restriction training (LI-BFRT) on lower-limb strength and kicking performance in taekwondo athletes. Blood flow restriction training is a method that partially restricts blood flow to the muscles during exercise, which may improve performance while
| Condition(s) | Physical Performance, Athletic Performance |
|---|---|
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | NA |
| Study type | Interventional |
| Summary | This study aims to investigate the effects of low-intensity blood flow restriction training (LI-BFRT) on lower-limb strength and kicking performance in taekwondo athletes. Blood flow restriction training is a method that partially restricts blood flow to the muscles during exercise, which may improve performance while reducing training load. |
| Who can participate | Inclusion Criteria: \- Taekwondo athletes aged 16-25 years National-level athletes (National Level 1 or higher); Minimum of 3 years of systematic taekwondo training experience; Free from lower-limb injury within the past 6 months; Able to complete the training intervention and testing procedures. Exclusion Criteria: \- History of cardiovascular, metabolic, or neurological disorders; Current musculoskeletal injury or pain affecting training; Participation in other structured resistance training programs during the study period; Use of medications or supplements that may affect physical performance Inability or unwillingness to provide informed consent. |
| Ages | 16 Years to 25 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Accepts healthy volunteers | Yes |
| Lead sponsor | Shanghai University of Sport |
| Locations | Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China |
| Start date | 2026-04-10 |
| NCT ID | NCT07538037 |
| Official listing | https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07538037 |