The Acute Effects of Static and PNF Stretching Exercise With Blood Flow Restriction in Athletes

Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18-40 years old * Engaged in regular physical activity for at least 8 hours a week for the last 6 months * Body mass index (BMI) \< than 30 kg/m² * Momentary blood pressure less than 135/85 mmHg Exclusion Criteria: * History of fractures or surgical operations involving the lower limbs, hips, or lumbar region * history of fractures, surgeries and other diagnosed medical conditions on the lower extremity, hip, and lumbar region * Systemic musculoskeletal disease * Pain in the lower back, hips, or lower extremities * Known hip deformity or diagnosis of scoliosis * History of deep vein thrombosis or embolism * Diagnosis of circulatory system diseases such as hypertension or peripheral vascular disease * History of anemia * Previous cerebrovascular disease or myocardial infarction.