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Steven Low · 10-21-2010, 08:24 AM

Hypoxia to muscles causes a strong hypertrophy reaction via buildup of the intracellular metabolites.

But yeah, those are also the same processes that cause extreme forms of DOMS, rhabdo, and as you noted the risk of clotting, etc.

Best to stay away.... far away.

10-21-2010, 08:24 AM	#2
Steven Low Super Moderator Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 3,091	Hypoxia to muscles causes a strong hypertrophy reaction via buildup of the intracellular metabolites. But yeah, those are also the same processes that cause extreme forms of DOMS, rhabdo, and as you noted the risk of clotting, etc. Best to stay away.... far away. __________________ *Posts NOT* intended as professional medical, training or nutrition advice.** Site // Bodyweight Strength Training Article // Overcoming Gravity Bodyweight Book