Effects of Walk or Squat Training Combined with Restriction of Leg Muscle Blood Flow on Hip, Thigh and Calf Muscle Hypertrophy

Low-intensity resistance squat or walk training combined with restriction of leg muscle blood flow (KAATSU) increases thigh muscle size and strength. However, it is unknown whether muscle hypertrophy occurs in training movement-related accessory muscles, such as hip and calf, following KAATSU squat or walk training. PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of 2 types (walk or squat) of exercise training combined with KAATSU on hip, thigh and calf...