Occlusion training, also known as Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is one of the most interesting and effective trends in strength and conditioning. It restricts the blood flow in and out of the working muscles helping you achieve cell swelling, which is directly linked to muscle gain.
Training with occlusion significantly increases the concentration lactate in your blood, at lower workout intensity or weight. This simulates the feeling of a much harder workout in the muscles while also tricking the brain into thinking the body is performing a very difficult workout. As a result, your pituitary gland (a tiny organ found at the base of the brain) releases more growth hormones, studies have shown up to 300% more.
MyoMaster occlusion training cuffs the MyoCuffs can be worn on the arms or legs during weighted or bodyweight training sessions. WARNING: they will increase the intensity of your workout, so get ready to feel the burn.