Heavy Resistance Training in Hypoxia Enhances 1RM Squat Performance

Purpose: To determine if heavy resistance training in hypoxia (IHRT) is more effective at improving strength, power and increasing lean mass than the same training in normoxia. Methods: A pair-matched, placebo-controlled study design included 20 resistance-trained participants assigned to IHRT (FIO2 0.143) or placebo (FIO2 0.20), (n=10 per group). Participants were matched for strength and training. Both groups performed 20 sessions over 7 weeks...