Blood Flow Restriction/ Kātsu Training

[Gyakuto]

I’ve been hearing a lot about BFR training, improving strength, muscle mass gain, increased microvascularistion and indeed general health. I was wondering if anyone’s tried it?

 

[Gyakuto]

Nobody? I’ve ordered my cuffs, anyway…in the interests of exploration.

 

[MetalBoar]

I think it sounds interesting and I look forward to seeing how it works for you.

The first time I heard about it was in an interview explaining how Chris Hemsworth got huge for the first Thor movie. Since they didn't mention all the obvious PED usage, I assumed that this was some BS to try to cover for the fact that there was no way he was natty and for some reason felt compelled to lie about it. That sort of put me off looking into it, but I've lately read some studies that make it sound like it might have some useful applications. I hope you'll let us know about your experience.

 

[Gyakuto]

Do you think it’ll make me look like Chris Hemsworth?

I’m more worried about applying the bands…I think I’ll feel a bit self-conscious putting them on in the middle of the gym!