In a previous post, I detailed the effects of blood-flow restriction training and how to use it as a technique for promoting hypertrophy (or preventing atrophy). As soon as I hit “Send”, I knew I was going to get shit for not emphasizing strongly enough the risks, caveats and contraindications. So

Much like acute modifications to the plan are inevitable, so too are generalized hindrances to progressive training. Ideally, we’d like to minimize the occurrence of large-scale programming disturbances throughintelligent training and planning, but this won’t be enough in every instance. As such, we should have a plan in place for

Execution Cues: – Set up J hooks in a rack that are just below shoulder height. This initial setup should be the exact same as if you were performing barbell squats.– After leveling and stabilizing under the bar, use your hips to unrack it and carefully walk back to clear