Front Physiol October 2018 PMID 30386254

Muscle Adaptations to High-Load Training and Very Low-Load Training With and Without Blood Flow Restriction.

Matthew B Jessee, Samuel L Buckner, J Grant Mouser, Kevin T Mattocks, Scott J Dankel, Takashi Abe, Zachary W Bell, John P Bentley, Jeremy P Loenneke

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Many discussions emphasize that while low-load training can cause hypertrophy, the study highlights high-load training as superior for strength, with phrases like 'intensity wins' and references to specific measures like 1RM. The tone suggests an understanding of technical details and implications for training, showing moderate engagement and interest based on the focus on methodology and outcomes.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that high-load training is more effective for strength gains, supported by explicit references to the research findings.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, with some expressing curiosity about specifics like load, BFR, and muscle growth, but overall engagement remains measured.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts refer directly to the study's methodology and results, such as mentions of 1RM strength, hypertrophy, and BFR pressure, indicating active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest an awareness of the study's significance, especially in how load and training methods influence muscle adaptation, reflecting meaningful impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study examined how different types of resistance training, including low loads with blood flow restriction (BFR) at varying pressures, affect muscle strength and growth compared to traditional high-load training.
  • Results showed that high-load training (70% 1RM) led to significant increases in muscle strength, while muscle endurance improved more with higher BFR pressures (1580).
  • Despite variations in training methods, all groups experienced muscular hypertrophy over time, but only high-load training significantly improved maximal strength as measured by 1RM.

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Stephen Patterson
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4). Muscle Adaptations to High-Load Training and Very Low-Load Training With and Without Blood Flow Restriction - https://t.co/6Dk7yy2SoK @jploenneke @JGrantMouser https://t.co/Dw9TxPSQNO

Dec 9, 2020 · 6 likes · 1 share · 5,849 followers View post →
だいふく師匠
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@balance_life2 だいふく師匠です〜 筋肉痛が来なくても〜 追い込みになりますよ〜

Nov 22, 2025 · 2 likes · 232 followers View post →
Scot Morrison
@scotmorrsn · X

@mackinprof @0x00000000FFFF @BradSchoenfeld I mean ES still favors high load for strength - many papers on this such as: https://t.co/xlzfsfVc3E aren't included That’s not to say there isn’t an effect with lower load as well but the data available still suggests "intensity wins" is a good heuristic.

Jul 15, 2019 · 1 like · 6,781 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Refs: https://t.co/4z6n6ivssq https://t.co/SmVZfw0AzI https://t.co/zBqnHRrKJv https://t.co/NINaKS0Ee6 https://t.co/7tzx4CA1em

Jan 20, 2023 · 19,482 followers View post →
Jeremy Loenneke
@jploenneke · X

RT @stephen_patt: 4). Muscle Adaptations to High-Load Training and Very Low-Load Training With and Without Blood Flow Restriction - https:/…

Dec 9, 2020 · 1 share · 8,563 followers View post →
Rich (healthcarehero)
@hedonist1 · X

RT @jploenneke: Coming soon from our research group -1RM strength...specific to load -Muscle growth...not dependent on load or level of BFR…

Jul 28, 2022 · 8 shares · 966 followers View post →

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だいふく師匠
@QQualifica33740 · X

@balance_life2 だいふく師匠です〜 筋肉痛が来なくても〜 追い込みになりますよ〜

Nov 22, 2025 · 2 likes · 232 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Refs: https://t.co/4z6n6ivssq https://t.co/SmVZfw0AzI https://t.co/zBqnHRrKJv https://t.co/NINaKS0Ee6 https://t.co/7tzx4CA1em

Jan 20, 2023 · 19,482 followers View post →
Rich (healthcarehero)
@hedonist1 · X

RT @jploenneke: Coming soon from our research group -1RM strength...specific to load -Muscle growth...not dependent on load or level of BFR…

Jul 28, 2022 · 8 shares · 966 followers View post →
Zest
@ZestMel · X

Muscle Adaptations to High-Load Training and Very Low-Load Training With and Without Blood Flow Restriction https://t.co/uCkSXiGooC This is one of the studies showing that low load training did not increase hypertrophy vs high load training, in untrained individuals. https://t.co/KMgMgkl9IA

Dec 15, 2020 · 20 followers View post →
Jeremy Loenneke
@jploenneke · X

RT @stephen_patt: 4). Muscle Adaptations to High-Load Training and Very Low-Load Training With and Without Blood Flow Restriction - https:/…

Dec 9, 2020 · 1 share · 8,563 followers View post →
Stephen Patterson
@stephen_patt · X

4). Muscle Adaptations to High-Load Training and Very Low-Load Training With and Without Blood Flow Restriction - https://t.co/6Dk7yy2SoK @jploenneke @JGrantMouser https://t.co/Dw9TxPSQNO

Dec 9, 2020 · 6 likes · 1 share · 5,849 followers View post →
Scot Morrison
@scotmorrsn · X

@mackinprof @0x00000000FFFF @BradSchoenfeld I mean ES still favors high load for strength - many papers on this such as: https://t.co/xlzfsfVc3E aren't included That’s not to say there isn’t an effect with lower load as well but the data available still suggests "intensity wins" is a good heuristic.

Jul 15, 2019 · 1 like · 6,781 followers View post →
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