[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of bodyweight-based
exercise with blood flow restriction on isokinetic muscular function and thigh
circumference in college students. [Subjects and Methods] The subjects were 17 college
students who were recruited and randomly assigned to bodyweight-based exercise with blood
flow restriction and bodyweight-based exercise groups. Participants performed front lunges
and squats at ratings of perceived exertion of 11–13 three times a week during a 6-week
training period. The peak torque/ body weight (%) of the knee flexor and extensor was
measured using a HUMAC NORM System (Cybex 770-NORM®, Cybex International,
Medway, MA, USA), and the circumference of the thigh was measured. PASW Statistics was
used for data analysis. [Results] There were significant differences in the peak torque/
body weight (%) of the flexors in both thighs (at 180°/sec) after bodyweight-based
exercise with blood flow restriction. In addition, the circumference changes in both
thighs were significant after bodyweight-based exercise with blood flow restriction and
between the two groups. [Conclusion] This study suggests that bodyweight-based exercise
with blood flow restriction may be an effective method to improve the muscle power and
hypertrophy of the lower extremity in a clinical setting.
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