Episode Details

Brendan Scott, PhD, explains how blood flow restriction training (BFR) in resistance and endurance training may benefit triathletes. Heavy-weight results for light-weight work? BFR could make this a reality.    IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:  

• The Benefits of Blood Flow Restriction training
• How to apply it in practice
• Potential drawbacks and concerns
• Who are prime candidates for using BFR
• What are its potential benefits in endurance training as opposed to resistance training

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• Brendan's Profile
•  Strength and conditioning for triathletes with Frank Velasquez | EP#15
• The Triathlete's Strength Training Formula | EP#81
• How Jasmijn Muller won the World 24-hour Time Trial Championships

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