Effects of BFR Training on Muscle Strength, Thickness, and Motivation in National Adolescent Male… (NCT06912867) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of BFR Training on Muscle Strength, Thickness, and Motivation in National Adolescent Male Canoe Athletes
Cyprus40 participantsStarted 2024-05-10
Plain-language summary
The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of blood flow restriction (BFR) exercises on lower extremity muscle strength, muscle thickness, and sport-specific motivation in adolescent elite male canoe athletes. Participants aged 15-18 years will perform low-intensity resistance exercises supported by BFR twice a week for 8 weeks. Pre- and post-intervention measurements will include one-repetition maximum (1RM) for muscle strength, ultrasound for muscle thickness, and the Sport Motivation Scale for assessing motivation. Findings are expected to contribute to optimizing training protocols for canoe athletes and to reveal the potential performance-enhancing role of BFR training.
Who can participate
Age range
15 Years – 18 Years
Sex
MALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Male athletes aged between 15 and 18 years
* Registered elite-level canoe athletes actively training within a national program
* Minimum of 2 years of canoe sport experience
* Voluntary participation with informed consent (for minors: parental/guardian consent)
* Medically cleared to participate in physical training and testing
Exclusion Criteria:
* Existing orthopedic injuries or musculoskeletal disorders affecting lower extremities
* History of cardiovascular, neurological, or metabolic diseases
* Non-compliance with the training protocol during the study
* Participation in any other structured strength training program during the study period
* Use of medications or supplements affecting muscle performance or motivation
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