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Low-Load Blood-Flow Restricted Resistance Training Improves Finger Flexor Muscle Function in Experienced Climbers: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Medicine and science in sports and exercise·March 26, 2026·PMID 41882800

Why it matters

LLBFRT may allow climbers to build finger flexor strength and endurance while reducing mechanical stress on tendons and pulleys, which is valuable during high-volume training or injury-risk periods.

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