Can light weights build big muscles? new study says yes!
NCT ID NCT07561281
First seen May 02, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study looked at whether using light weights with a blood flow restriction cuff can build arm muscle as well as heavy weights. Thirty-three untrained young men did either light-weight cuff exercises, heavy-weight exercises, or no exercise for 8 weeks. Researchers measured muscle size and strength to see which method worked best.
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Karabük University Hasan Dogan Faculty of Sport Sciences
Karabük, Karabük Province, 78050, Turkey (Türkiye)
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