Blood flow restriction training enhances punching force and upper body strength in elite boxers: a randomized trial
BFRT led to substantial improvements in upper limb strength and peak punching force in elite boxers using a low-load protocol. These findings suggest BFRT is a safe, effective training strategy that may enhance sport-specific power outputs while potentially reducing joint stress, making it a valuable addition to high-performance boxing programs.
Authors
- Waqas Sami (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7948-1190)
- Moattar Raza Rizvi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8424-7163)
- Zoya Zaidi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3669-6946)
- Gaurav Awana
- Ankita Sharma (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-9223-5660)
- Noof Fahad A Al-Kuwari
- Simran Makhija
- Mohammed Aldalaykeh
Institutions
- Amity University (IN)
- Santosh University (IN)
- Center for Health, Exercise and Sport Sciences (RS)
- Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (IN)
- Qatar University (QA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Physiology
- Published
- 2025-10-17
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fphys.2025.1693271
- Primary Topic
- Cardiovascular and exercise physiology
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00