What is Kaatsu therapy?

Kaatsu (Japanese: 加圧, often styled as KAATSU or KAATSU) is a patented exercise method developed by Dr. Yoshiaki Sato that is based on blood flow moderation exercise (or vascular occlusion moderation training) involving compression of the vasculature proximal to the exercising muscles by the Kaatsu Master device.

Is Kaatsu legit?

Kaatsu is safe and effective — but only when used properly, advocates caution. That’s why the company requires certification for anyone buying the gear.

How can the Kaatsu air bands be deflated?

KAATSU Air Bands Specialized pneumatic bands that are affixed to the arms or legs with Velcro. The air bladder inside the Air Bands are inflated and deflated by the firmware of the KAATSU Master, KAATSU Master 2.0, KAATSU Wearables, KAATSU Nano and KAATSU Cycle equipment.

What do Kaatsu bands do?

Occlusion training is simply a way of restricting blood flow in the veins of a working muscle in hopes to kick-start some larger gains in muscle size and strength. For example, you can wrap an elastic band around the top of your leg before doing your squat workout.

What do you need to know about Kaatsu Training?

On last week’s podcast, entitled “ The Official KAATSU Episode: Everything You Need To Know About How To Use Blood Flow Restriction For Muscle Gain, Injury Recovery, Testosterone, Growth Hormone & Much More! ,” I took a deep dive into KAATSU training, the fascinating Japanese exercise, rehabilitation, and recovery modality.

Who is the CEO of Kaatsu Global Inc?

My guests on that podcast episode I linked to above, Steven Munatones, CEO of KAATSU Global, Inc. and John Doolittle (pictured above doing some KAATSU in his backyard) are experts in all things KAATSU.

Where did the invention of Kaatsu come from?

Invented in Japan, engineered and designed in California, KAATSU is the pioneer in the emerging Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) market that automatically and safely optimizes blood circulation for health, fitness, rehabilitation, and recovery.

What is the purpose of the KAATSU band?

KAATSU is a small automated compressor and pneumatic, stretchable bands which are placed around your arms or legs. The bands inflate and deflate in a patented sequence based on algorithms that boost circulation, improve hormonal balance, and develop muscle tone in a time-effective manner with a minimum of effort.