Examining The Effect of Blood Flow Restricted Aerobic Training on Mitochondrial Adaptations in Young Healthy Adults

Examining The Effect of Blood Flow Restricted Aerobic Training on Citrate Synthase Activity in Young Healthy Adults

This parallel-arm trial study investigates the effects of restricting arterial blood flow during cycling exercise on citrate synthase. Participants will be randomized to either a blood flow restricted or non-blood flow restricted exercise training group. Both groups will complete seven, 30-minute exercise sessions over a 14-day period.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 3 hours of physical activity per week
• No previous cycling training
• No concurrent involvement in another training program
• Body mass index < 30 kg/m2

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of cardiovascular disease
• Presence of metabolic disease
• Taking regular oral medication
• Current smoker