Week
1
(Adaptation) |
50 % HRR |
2 sessions
per week × 20 min |
Alternating
pressure–release cycles (≈150 → 220 mmHg). Each inflation
lasted 30 s followed by 5 s reperfusion; pressure raised ~10 mmHg per cycle. |
Preliminary
acclimation stage to induce tolerance to partial occlusion and ensure safety
under low load. |
Week
2
(Transition) |
50 % HRR |
2 sessions
per week × 20 min |
Step 1: Cyclic
mode 230–300 mmHg for 10 min with gradual increments (+10 mmHg per
step).
Step 2: Constant mode ≈ 250 mmHg maintained for 10
min of steady occlusion. |
Intermediate
phase introducing moderate continuous pressure while maintaining controlled
circulation cycles. |
Weeks
3 – 8
(Progressive phase) |
60 % HRR |
2 sessions
per week × 20 min |
Initial 5
min of cyclic loading (230–300 mmHg, one sequence of pressure increases)
immediately followed by ≈ 15 min constant restriction at 250 mmHg. |
Continuous
treadmill walking/jogging at moderate intensity under stable occlusion to
enhance vascular and metabolic adaptation. |