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Low-load blood flow restriction with elastic bands elicits superior gains in sprint and jump performance compared to heavy-load training in In-season collegiate basketball players.

Journal of sports sciences·June 1, 2026·PMID 41909991

Why it matters

This study suggests that BFR-EBT can enhance explosive performance in elite basketball players during the season while reducing mechanical stress, offering a potential strategy for fatigue management without sacrificing strength or power adaptations.

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