EPISODE · Mar 21, 2026 · 1H 28M
Rehab, Exercise, and Sports Therapy (REST) podcast, EPISODE 20
from Rehab, Exercise, and Sports Therapy Podcast (REST) · host Dan Bien, PT, OCS, CSCS
In this episode of the Rehab, Exercise, and Sports Therapy (REST) podcast we welcome Dr. Kyle Kimbrell of Owens Recovery Science to discuss various aspects of using blood flow restriction (BFR) training in rehab and sports performance. This episode is an excellent primer for clinicians and patients/clients who are seeking more information about practical use of blood flow restriction training. Kyle provides detailed background about the history and evolution of blood flow restriction training, the science and physiology of BFR, clarifying or dispelling some commonly held narratives about BFR, and offers his insight into ideal candidates, implementation, parameters, etc.. This episode covers a diverse range of topics surrounding BFR with Kyle's unique insight grounded in science and evidence. Be sure to check out the show notes https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/v2q0n3bs60dtyhpuxyhxu/REST-EPISODE-20-KIMBRELL-K-BFR-OUTLINE.docx?rlkey=wgzxrfo46z083bo74yc55qsl1&st=2c5gs1h3&dl=0for the studies and science that Kyle cites during his extensive interview. We thank Dr. Kimbrell again for joining us and encourage you to check out Kyle's own podcast and the Owens Recovery Science site for more detailed info. If you enjoy this podcast content please consider liking, subscribing to our Spotify and/or YouTube feed, and sharing or reposting on any of your social media outlets. Thanks for listening today.
What this episode covers
In this episode of the Rehab, Exercise, and Sports Therapy (REST) podcast we welcome Dr. Kyle Kimbrell of Owens Recovery Science to discuss various aspects of using blood flow restriction (BFR) training in rehab and sports performance. This episode is an excellent primer for clinicians and patients/clients who are seeking more information about practical use of blood flow restriction training. Kyle provides detailed background about the history and evolution of blood flow restriction training, the science and physiology of BFR, clarifying or dispelling some commonly held narratives about BFR, and offers his insight into ideal candidates, implementation, parameters, etc.. This episode covers a diverse range of topics surrounding BFR with Kyle's unique insight grounded in science and evidence. Be sure to check out the show notes https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/v2q0n3bs60dtyhpuxyhxu/REST-EPISODE-20-KIMBRELL-K-BFR-OUTLINE.docx?rlkey=wgzxrfo46z083bo74yc55qsl1&st=2c5gs1h3&dl=0for the studies and science that Kyle cites during his extensive interview. We thank Dr. Kimbrell again for joining us and encourage you to check out Kyle's own podcast and the Owens Recovery Science site for more detailed info. If you enjoy this podcast content please consider liking, subscribing to our Spotify and/or YouTube feed, and sharing or reposting on any of your social media outlets. Thanks for listening today.
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