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LGD-4033 Suppression | Intensity, How It Feels And More!

sarmadmin — Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:29:08 +0000

If you’ve checked out my SARMs testosterone suppression article, you would have seen that I put special notice out for Ligandrol.

It’s a SARM that can cause both heavy suppression and unwanted water retention, which is a double whammy on the user.

Read this article in its entirety to learn everything you need to know about LGD-4033 suppression!

LGD-4033 Suppression Intensity

Ligandrol suppression is mostly moderate in nature; there are outliers which experience either mild or heavy suppression.

However, more than 70% of people using Ligandrol will experience suppression in a moderate manner.

This means that Ligandrol is nothing to scoff at, as it packs quite a punch.

Despite the fact that low dosage Ligandrol in human research subjects has been shown to have zero side effects, you’re not going to be imbuing 3mgs per day.

For that reason, testosterone suppression is a very real threat and in Ligandrol, it reflects itself in a dose-dependent manner.

This equates to a higher dosage leading to more suppression.

How Does LGD-4033 Suppression Feel Like

Ligandrol may cause depression, a lack of libido and a bloated feeling; the latter is due to the aforementioned water retention.

Water retention is not to be underestimated; in some people, it can exacerbate feelings of depression and it can cause body image issues.

Drinking plenty of water and keeping your diet in check is the best thing you can do against water retention.

Ligandrol suppression usually starts off at around the five to six week mark of your SARMs cycle.

You will just wake up one day and feel like there’s no point going to the gym.

It will be a terrible feeling you’ll have to overcome, I sometimes had to literally drag myself to the gym but at least I got my workout in.

The point is, depression hits pretty seriously on Ligandrol, that’s something you have to look out for.

Moving on, the lack of libido will be palpable and your sex drive will plummet, essentially turning you asexual for a while.

Keep this in mind if you have a significant other, as sudden loss of interest in sex might be interpreted in a negative way by your partner.

Moving on, the last thing to look out for with Ligandrol are the low energy levels.

This goes hand-in-hand with the depression and they are a killer duo which you’ll have to grapple with.

Let’s look at ways to mitigate LGD-4033 suppression.

How To Mitigate LGD-4033 Suppression

Mitigating LGD-4033 suppression is very tricky; it’s up to you whether you want to take SERMs or go for natural PCT.

Here’s the thing, unlike with Ostarine suppression, Ligandrol is more potent, which means that we are limited in avoiding PCT while on this compound.

I have written a special article for those that are content with using low-dose Ligandrol in order to avoid PCT, it’s called LGD-4033 with no PCT, be sure to check it out!

Realistically, you’ll probably be taking anywhere from 5 to 20mgs of Ligandrol per day, which means that you’ll definitely experience the suppression.

My suggestion would be to gouge how your body feels and react appropriately.

If you’re feeling good and only moderately suppressed, go for the natural route; I have a full guide on my site entitled natural PCT for SARMs.

However, if you’re heavily suppressed and are seeing that things are getting worse day by day, SERMs are your only option.

Nolvadex is the right compound in that case, even though people use Clomid as well.

Conclusion

We have to be careful with LGD-4033 suppression as it can deliver quite a killer blow to our bodies.

I personally think that reducing one’s dosage and taking natural PCT is the best way to go about things.

10mgs of Ligandrol per day seems to be the best dosage, promising great gains while still causing only mild to moderate suppression!

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14 Incredible SARMs Before And After Results With Pics

sarmadmin — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 12:35:53 +0000

Whether you’ve never used SARMs before or are currently going through a SARMs transformation, this article will help you understand what you can expect during a cycle.

Not only will it show you 14 SARMs before and after results with pics, but we’ll also comment on them, making educated guesses as to what changes the person has gone through.

We’ll also:

Summarize SARMs
Reveal SARMs before and after pics
Talk about my personal SARMs results
Show tips to get the best SARMs results

We’re in for a lot of fun and I hope that you join us for the ride!

SARMs Summary

When someone mentions the acronym SARM, they are talking about Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators, a new class of drugs discovered in the 1990s.

As their name implies, SARMs are androgen receptor ligands, which means that when introduced into the body, they stimulate the release of androgen receptors.

Steroids do the same thing, but SARMs, who selectively target androgen receptors, don’t affect any other internal organs in the body, making them safer and more effective.

The release of androgen receptors leads to a myriad of benefits to be experienced, such as:

Increased Muscle Mass
Increased Energy Levels
Increased Libido
Increased Strength
Increased Fat Loss
Increased Healing Properties
Increased Vascularity
Increased Bone Strength

SARMs have undergone a lot of testing in the last twenty years and the outcomes of numerous studies have shown promising results with little to no side effects.

The most popular SARM is Ostarine.

If you’re interested in learning more about SARMs, all the types of SARMs that exist and a whole lot more, check out my in-depth SARMs 101 guide!

SARMs Results With Before And After Pics

Now that we’ve learned a thing or two about SARMs, it’s time to get to the main part of this article, the results themselves.

This section will also present compounds commonly stacked with SARMs, such as Cardarine, Ibutamoren and Stenabolic.

All bodybuilders featured in this section have personally contacted me and requested to be included in this article. I’m incredibly thankful to them, as without their contribution, this article wouldn’t be half of what it is today!

Keep in mind that these people put in a lot of work and the results speak for themselves. Changing the body composition this much is nowadays harder than changing your face or overall look. People can achieve that at some Korean plastic surgery clinics. Body transformations like these, however, require a lot of work and dedication.

One more thing to note is that you have to follow a strict diet and exercise protocol if you want to achieve the same results as the people below.

If you expect SARMs to do all the hard work instead, you’ll be terribly disappointed and your SARMs before and after results will be pitiable.

With that out of the way, let’s get started!

Ostarine (MK-2866)

Ostarine is the mildest and most studied SARM among the lot and it’s the SARM with the least side effects. Perfect for beginners looking to dip their toes into the world of SARMs.

Learn more about this SARM by reading my Ostarine review.

Ostarine Results #1

It’s pretty clear from the picture that this bodybuilder was cutting. If we take a look at his muscles, we see that he managed to preserve all of them.

Moreover, he looks even more muscular as a result of his weight and fat loss.

If I had to be the judge of it, this person lost around six to seven pounds of weight and around 3-4% of his total body fat.

The area with the noticeable improvement is definitely his stomach, as he now has a proper six-pack.

His cycle:

Week	Ostarine	PCT
1-8	15mgs per day	/

A standard Ostarine cycle. No PCT is needed as the body will naturally recover on its own at a 15mg per day dosage.

Read my Ostarine PCT article for more information.

Ostarine Results #2 (+ Cardarine)

Really impressive results by this person.

The addition of Cardarine definitely helped out, but it’s fairly obvious that hard work was put in here.

We can see a loss of around 7 to 8 pounds of weight and 4 to 5% of his total body fat.

Vascularity also increased by a bit, stomach area and shoulders are more defined, muscle mass was preserved.

Overall, a successful cycle!

His cycle:

Week	Ostarine	Cardarine	PCT
1-8	20mgs per day	15mgs per day	/

PCT is not needed as Cardarine is not suppressive of the natural hormones in our body.

Want to see seven more people who turned their lives around thanks to Ostarine?

Read my Ostarine before and after results article!

Ligandrol (LGD-4033)

Ligandrol is a full agonist of the androgen receptor and one of the most potent and suppressive SARMs in existence. Despite that, studies have shown its safety profile to be exemplary with participants tolerating the compound very well.

Check out my Ligandrol review for more information!

Ligandrol Results #1

Here we see someone that had an impressive physique even at the start of his cycle. Ligandrol made him into a behemoth and I’m not even exaggerating.

Just look at the blatant increase in muscle mass on his biceps, arms and shoulders.

His stomach area is also looking a bit better.

If I had to guess, I would say that this person gained around 8 pounds of muscle mass in just eight weeks.

His cycle:

Week	Ligandrol	PCT (Nolvadex)
1-8	10mgs per day	/
8-12	/	20mgs per day

A bit of PCT was necessary as he experienced Testosterone suppression near the end of his cycle.

Read my LGD-4033 PCT article for more information.

Intrigued by this SARM? Check out my Ligandrol before and after results article for even more samples!

RAD 140 (Testolone)

Testolone is a SARM known for enabling you to put on some nice dry gains. It is less suppressive on a mg to mg basis when compared to Ligandrol but is still very potent.

Learn more about this SARM by reading my RAD 140 review.

RAD 140 Results #1 (+ Cardarine)

Here we see a unique cycle where the person in question decided to cut with RAD 140 and Cardarine. A bit unorthodox, but I respect it.

He was eating between 300 to 500 calories below maintenance.

From the after picture, we can assume that this bodybuilder lost around four to five pounds of weight and gained around five pounds of muscle.

The muscle increase is mostly seen in the arms and shoulders.

Vascularity is also present but is nothing to brag about.

Still a lot of work to be done, but very good results for one cycle!

His cycle:

Week	RAD 140	Cardarine	PCT
1-8	10mgs per day	15mgs per day	/

This person was very fortunate to not get suppressed by the RAD 140, so he didn’t do PCT.

Usually, on a 10mgs per day dosage, I do recommend PCT.

You can read more about it in my RAD 140 PCT guide.

RAD 140 Results #2

At first glance, this person doesn’t look like he changed much from his eight-week cycle.

Upon further inspection, you can see that his chest and six-pack look more developed.

Even his biceps are more defined and if you look really closely, he gained some nice vascularity on his arms.

Overall, a decent cycle by a person who already had an impressive physique to begin with.

His cycle:

Week	RAD 140	PCT
1-8	5mgs per day	/

At 5mgs per day, they didn’t feel the suppression experienced was worth going through PCT.

After only a month, this person recovered without problems and went on to keep all of their gains.

I got a whole lot more RAD 140 results in my RAD 140 before and after results article, so be sure to take a look!

Andarine (S4)

Andarine is a SARM that is very similar to Ostarine but has sadly been abandoned since it causes vision impairment in people who imbue it.

However, Andarine is a better cutting agent when compared to Ostarine and some bodybuilders still use it, experiencing impressive results while on cycle.

Read more about the benefits and side effects of this SARM in my Andarine review.

Andarine Results #1

A very impressive transformation by a popular bodybuilding YouTuber.

He successfully used S4 to turn himself into a shredded monster!

Not all of this can be attributed to S4 alone, he also had a strict diet and exercise routine.

Despite that, it was the S4 that helped him shed at least 6% of his total body fat and around 10 to 15 pounds of weight. Note that this is all in just one cycle, so this is very impressive.

Biggest gains are definitely seen on the shoulders, also pay attention to his accentuated six-pack, just awesome.

His cycle:

Week	Andarine	PCT
1-8	50mgs per day	/

His Andarine dosage was split into two equal parts, as Andarine has a half-life of only eight hours.

PCT was not needed as Andarine isn’t that suppressive, especially not at the dosage this bodybuilder took.

Last thing to note is that Ryan did experience some vision impairment during his cycle, but it all went away once he stopped imbuing Andarine.

Here are some more Andarine before and after results with pictures!

YK11

YK11 is both a SARM and a steroid. Known for its potent effects and heavy Testosterone suppression, it is usually reserved for people with a lot of experience.

Interested in reading about the massive impact YK11 can have on your physique? Check out my YK11 review!

YK11 Results #1

Here we see two interesting pictures shot from the back.

This person gained at least ten pounds of muscle during his cycle, which is very impressive.

Look at how much livelier his back is in comparison to the before picture.

There is also a noticeable decrease in the amount of body fat, I would say around 5 to 6%, which is awesome.

His cycle:

Week	YK11	PCT (Clomid)
1-8	10mgs per day	/
8-10	/	50mgs per day
10-12	/	25mgs per day

A strong PCT was absolutely necessary for this type of cycle.

This person recovered without problems and kept all of his gains, so it was a happy ending.

YK11 Results #2

This person only did a six-week cycle with YK11, probably to avoid doing PCT, which is understandable.

We see some nice improvements in the arms, especially the biceps are more defined.

Six-pack also looks sturdier.

His shoulders experienced the biggest increase and really showcase just how potent YK11 is.

This bodybuilder gained at least six pounds of muscle.

He also told me that he was able to best all of his personal records on the big three!

His cycle:

Week	YK11	PCT
1-6	5mgs per day	/

A very rare example where the person in question didn’t have to do PCT. I usually recommend PCT while on YK11, but this is an exception.

See more pictures and learn some cool tips and tricks by reading my YK11 before and after results article!

S23

S23 is by far the strongest SARM available and is comparable to real steroids when it comes to potency.

Unfortunately, it hasn’t been tested on human subjects as of now, but future studies could reveal its potential in serving as a contraceptive.

Learn all about its potent benefits in my S23 review.

S23 Results #1

This person was probably a bit shy, opting not to take his shirt off.

Not a big issue, as we can still surmise some facts based on what we have in front of us.

First of all, the increase in arm size and the general look of his biceps just shows how potent of a hardener S23 is.

Although it’s a bit hard to see, his shoulders also experienced a marked increase in size.

If I had to give an estimate, he probably gained around 8 to 9 pounds of muscle and broke all of his personal records.

His cycle:

Week	S23	PCT (Clomid)
1-8	10mgs per day	/
8-10	/	50mgs per day
10-12	/	25mgs per day

He split his dosage into two equal parts, which was the smart thing to do.

PCT is absolutely necessary after SARMs like S23. You don’t want to skip it, as that could result in disastrous side effects.

View more results and learn tips and tricks to make your cycle even better by reading my S23 before and after results article.

MK-677 (Ibutamoren)

MK-677 or Ibutamoren is a compound that forces the pituitary gland to secrete more GH (growth hormone) into the body.

Not only that, but it also increases IGF-1 levels, which have been known to increase muscle mass.

Learn all there is to know about this versatile compound in my MK-677 review.

MK-677 Results #1

This person had a lean body before starting his MK-677 cycle. After just ten weeks, we can see that he got a lot bulkier and stronger.

Biceps definitely grew by quite a bit; his shoulders look two times bigger and his entire chest area looks more defined.

He gained around ten pounds of weight, most of it in the right places.

Overall, a really good cycle, commendable results.

His cycle:

Week	MK-677	PCT
1-10	25mgs per day	/

MK-677 doesn’t require a PCT.

Moreover, it is actually utilized as one and serves as a safer alternative to Nolvadex or Clomid.

MK-677 Results #2 (+ RAD 140)

A stack of RAD 140 and MK-677 is popular for a reason and I think that the after picture tells the entire story.

This person gained around 11 to 12 pounds of muscle mass, it’s almost unbelievable.

Not only that, but upon talking to him, he told me that the strength gains were insane. He bested all of his personal records and set new heights for himself, goals he never even dreamed of.

Six pack is looking awesome in the after picture, shoulders, arms and neck have all undergone a drastic transformation.

All in all, marvelous results.

His cycle:

Week	RAD 140	MK-677	PCT
1-8	10mgs per day	25mgs per day	/
8-12	/	25mgs per day	/

Here we see a good example of using MK-677 as a PCT.

Learn more about this compound and glean on even more transformations by reading my MK-677 before and after results article.

Cardarine (GW-501506)

Cardarine is a PPAR delta agonist, which tells us that it functions as a compound that stimulates the release of the PPAR delta nuclear receptor.

In return, this leads to benefits such as increased endurance, better lipid profile, fat loss…

If you want to learn all the benefits of this compound, be sure to read my Cardarine review.

Cardarine Results #1

Here we see some nice fat and weight loss. Not much muscle was gained, but still, it’s an impressive cycle by this young person.

He lost around 10 pounds of weight and 5 to 6% of his total body fat.

This wasn’t just the doing of Cardarine alone, a proper diet and exercise routine were quintessential to his success – that’s something to keep in mind.

His cycle:

Week	Cardarine	PCT
1-8	15mgs per day	/

Cardarine is not a SARM and is therefore not suppressive of our endocrine system. This means that PCT is not needed after a Cardarine cycle.

Cardarine Results #2 (+ Ostarine)

Finally, a woman that has joined our ranks!

She is a very experienced bodybuilder who did numerous cycles with both Ostarine and Cardarine. However, this time, she decided to stack the two compounds and the results are amazing.

She gained a six pack, lost a formidable amount of weight and best of all, she looks fit as hell.

She told me that she lost nine pounds of weight and 5% of her total body fat.

Her cycle:

Week	Ostarine	Cardarine	PCT
1-8	7,5mgs per day	10mgs per day	/

She didn’t feel suppressed at the end of her cycle, meaning that PCT was unnecessary.

Want to see more awesome results? Read my Cardarine before and after results article!

Stenabolic (SR9009)

Bodybuilders call it ‘exercise in a bottle’ for a reason, as it massively improves endurance and leads to great benefits to be experienced.

Sadly, Stenabolic suffers from poor bioavailability, but there is one way around it.

I reveal it all in my Stenabolic review.

Stenabolic Results #1

Here we see someone that took Stenabolic on its own. There is a small issue, that being the fact that Stenabolic doesn’t build muscle.

Everything this bodybuilder achieved in the muscle department was thanks to hard work alone.

However, Stenabolic helped him lose ten pounds of weight and over 5% of his total body fat.

Due to his impressive weight and fat loss, this bodybuilder managed to get himself a six pack!

His cycle:

Week	Stenabolic	PCT
1-8	30mgs per day	/

Stenabolic doesn’t suppress our Testosterone levels since it’s not androgenic. Therefore, PCT is not needed.

I reveal a potent stack with this compound and much more in the Stenabolic results section of another article of mine.

My SARMs results

I’ve been in bodybuilding since the age of 15 and I’ve used SARMs on and off for the last six years of my life.

I’ve tried every SARM on the market, from Ostarine to S23.

Here are my SARMs results:

Ostarine

I remember losing 5% of my total body fat and around six pounds of weight.

Best of all, I kept all of my previous gains and looked amazing in the mirror!

Ligandrol

Ligandrol got me a bit suppressed towards the end of my cycle, even at 2,5mgs per day.

That was no fun, but I still managed to gain eight pounds of muscle mass and enough strength to surpass my previous limitations.

RAD 140

RAD 140 remains one of my favorite SARMs simply for the fact that I broke the 1000-pound club with the help of the strength it bestowed me with.

I put on around eight pounds of muscle mass and lost 5% of my total body fat. Not too shabby.

Andarine

I’m going to be honest with you guys, I didn’t really like Andarine.

The vision impairment was serious enough that I was a danger to myself and others while driving my car and the gains weren’t worth it.

I did manage to lose 6% of my total body fat and 8 pounds of weight.

YK11

I was a beast on YK11, the experience was otherworldly!

I gained a hefty 15 pounds in just one eight-week cycle. The side effects did bother me a bit, but I managed to power through.

S23

S23 had me feeling like I was on real gear. I even had a bit of ‘roid rage’ at the end of my cycle.

Despite that, I gained around 17 pounds of muscle in just one cycle.

I trained like a monster, almost every day.

As you can see, SARMs bestow the user with awesome benefits while harboring minimal side effects.

I hope that I’ve managed to convince you to at least give SARMs a shot.

Before jumping on your first cycle, be sure to read the next section carefully.

Tips to get the best SARMs results

With six years of experience under my belt, it’s safe to say that I know what I’m talking about.

Here is six years of self-experimentation summarized in a few words:

Stick to eight-week cycles
Stick to recommended dosages
Keep your diet clean
Exercise regularly
Take note of the half-life of SARMs
Be aware of the side effects
Do a blood test before, during and after your cycle
Buy your SARMs from vetted and trusted vendors.

All these points are equally important, but the last one takes home the bacon. You can do everything right, but if your SARMs are not pure or in the worst-case scenario, not SARMs at all, you’re screwed.

Please, for your own sake, only buy SARMs from the vendors I’ve personally tried and tested.

Conclusion

We’ve seen so many great SARMs before and after results in this article.

You too can achieve such results provided you follow the guidelines and keep your diet and exercise routines in check.

Most SARMs are supported by actual science and their safety and effectiveness has been evaluated in numerous studies.

To conclude; there is nothing to fear, you’ve seen the results, now it’s time to tread your own path!

Stay safe and good luck.

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8 Stunning LGD 4033 (Ligandrol) Before And After Results With Pics

sarmadmin — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 09:02:52 +0000

Are you ready to witness some real LGD-4033 transformations?

I will show you eight Ligandrol before and after results with pics that will blow your socks away!

This article will also present:

A summary of Ligandrol
8 results from real people with before and after photos
My personal Ligandrol results
Tips and tricks to make your LGD 4033 cycle better

Let’s get the ball rolling!

Ligandrol Summary

Out of all the SARMs on the market, Ligandrol has the highest anabolic to androgenic ratio (500:1) and is a full agonist of the androgen receptor.

This tells us a few things:

First of all, Ligandrol is very potent, even at lower dosages.

Secondly, LGD 4033 is very suppressive and requires constant monitoring.

Lastly, Ligandrol will provide you with amazing benefits, such as increased muscle mass, libido, strength and lowered recovery times!

Ligandrol has been a part of many human studies and dosages of up to 22mgs per day were used, with the subjects tolerating the compound very-well, with almost no side effects experienced.

Learn all there is to know about this SARM by reading my Ligandrol review.

LGD 4033 Results With Before And After Pics

I will now proceed to show you eight Ligandrol before and after results with pics.

I will also reveal their cycle and whether they used PCT or not.

While Ligandrol is a powerful SARM, you have to remember that a clean diet and good exercise are more than half the battle.

The eight people you are about to see have decided to contact me, expressing interest in sharing their LGD 4033 before and after results with my readers.

You can do so as well if you’re willing to share your progress with the world!

Ligandrol Results #1

Looking at the before and after pictures, it’s clear as day that this person turned from skinny to ripped in just one cycle.

That’s the power of Ligandrol and proper dieting!

If I had to take an educated guess, he gained around 8 to 9 pounds of muscle mass, with the most pronounced areas being his biceps, arms, shoulders and chest area.

His cycle:

Week	LGD 4033	PCT
1-8	10mgs per day	/

He didn’t do PCT and suffered the consequences later on, claiming to have experienced lethargy, depression, lack of energy and low libido.

I would strongly advice against skipping out on PCT while on higher dosages of Ligandrol.

Read my LGD-4033 PCT guide if you’re unsure whether you need it.

Ligandrol Results #2

We can see a good increase in size, which is to be expected with Ligandrol. His six-pack remained pretty much the same, but other areas of the body have definitely improved, especially his shoulder width.

I actually had a chat with this person, and he claimed that Ligandrol made his strength go through the roof. He bested all of his personal records and continued improving upon them throughout the entirety of his cycle.

He says that the Ligandrol kicked in at around week two.

His cycle:

Week	LGD 4033	PCT (Nolvadex)
1-8	5mgs per day	/
8-12	/	20mgs per day

At around week six of his cycle, he started noticing the negative effects of Testosterone suppression, but he powered through.

Once he started taking Nolvadex, he immediately felt a relief in the negative symptoms experienced – not a month had passed, and he was back to baseline.

Ligandrol Results #3 (+ MK-677)

This is a very interesting bulk where the subject gained quite a bit of mass, but not all of it was muscle.

It’s pretty clear that some of the mass is nothing but water weight. This is due to the fact that both MK-677 and Ligandrol cause water retention.

Still, the gains he got are pretty impressive, especially when you look at his arms/biceps.

The increase in vascularity is also exemplary, shoulder width also experienced an upswing and lastly, his chest area has also undergone a complete transformation.

His cycle:

Week	LGD 4033	MK-677	PCT
1-8	10mgs per day	25mgs per day	/
8-12	/	25mgs per day	/

This is also a nice example of utilizing MK-677 as a PCT.

LGD 4033 Results #4

I think it’s pretty clear that we’re dealing with someone who has already lifted for a few years.

Despite that, in just eight weeks, this person has gained around 6 to 7 pounds of muscle mass and improved his physique substantially.

Look at how much more pronounced his back area is, almost like we’re talking about a different person altogether.

His biceps seem to have undergone a 20-25% increase which is decent.

Another area which has undergone significant improvement are his chest and stomach.

His cycle:

Week	LGD 4033	PCT (Nolvadex)
1-8	12,5mgs per day	/
8-10	/	40mgs per day
10-12	/	20mgs per day

Considering the high amount of Ligandrol imbued, the four weeks of Nolvadex were more than necessary to offset the negative effects of Testosterone suppression.

LGD 4033 Results #5 (+ Cardarine)

We see some decent gains here, I would even wager that the subject lost a bit of body fat due to the Cardarine.

The person in question gained at least ten pounds of weight, with most of it being muscle mass.

Vascularity has also increased, but it isn’t that noticeable as in some other samples.

Nice gains on the shoulders and biceps, chest area looks good too!

His cycle:

Week	LGD 4033	Cardarine	PCT
1-8	5mgs per day	10mgs per day	/

This is a typical beginner stack and shouldn’t cause much suppression to be experienced. The bodybuilder who took this stack didn’t see a reason for PCT, so he didn’t take it.

Side effects experienced were a bit of suppression coupled with some water retention.

LGD 4033 Results #6

This person evidently has a shorter frame, but that didn’t stop him from completely transforming his body in just one cycle!

Just take a look at the difference in his neck area, he gained a solid pound just there.

Arms and biceps are also noticeably bigger, the vascularity serving as icing on the cake.

Six pack looks really nice, well-toned and developed.

Overall, a great job by this young lad.

His cycle:

Week	LGD 4033	PCT (Nolvadex)
1-10	10mgs per day	/
10-12	/	40mgs per day
12-14	/	20mgs per day

While I would never personally recommend going over eight weeks with Ligandrol, this person did it and didn’t suffer that many negative consequences.

Yes, the last two to three weeks were less than pleasant, but the gains accrued made up for it big time.

PCT is absolutely needed at such a high dosage and lengthy time period, so it’s good that he had the common decency to incorporate it into his cycle.

Ligandrol Results #7

This is a great example of a non-responder. It’s rare, but there are people who simply don’t feel the effects of Ligandrol and there is nothing you can do about it.

Even though the chances of this happening to you are close to zero, I still wanted to include this sample to present a complete and accurate picture of Ligandrol.

All the gains this person made in his eight-week cycle could’ve been accomplished naturally, without any exogenous agents.

His cycle:

Week	LGD 4033	PCT
1-8	5mgs per day	/

On the flip side, this person didn’t experience any side effects so at least he didn’t have to spend any money on PCT.

Ligandrol Results #8 (+ Stenabolic)

A very interesting transformation from this bodybuilder.

Using Stenabolic with Ligandrol is not something you’ll see very often, but it worked out perfectly for this person.

Notice the giant increase in shoulder width, arms and biceps.

His entire body looks more defined and if I had to be the judge of it, he gained around 10 pounds of muscle mass and lost around 2-3% of his total body fat.

His cycle:

Week	LGD 4033	Stenabolic	PCT
1-8	5mgs per day	30mgs per day	/
8-12	/	/	20mgs per day

PCT was still necessary, even on a 5mg dosage. That’s the thing with Ligandrol, it works well but it has its drawbacks.

Most noted side effects were suppression, low libido and lethargy.

A week into his PCT with Nolvadex, the adverse effects subsided, and it was smooth sailing from there on out.

My LGD 4033 Results

I think that many of you are excited to see my Ligandrol before and after results, so let’s get started!

Before revealing my cycle, I just wanted to point out that I already have an eight-week Ligandrol log written!

My cycle:

Week	Ligandrol	PCT
1-8	2,5mgs per day	/

I always err on the side of caution, so I take the lowest (effective) amount possible.

Note that 2,5mgs per day were used in studies and human trials, so it’s a very safe dosage that won’t cause any complications.

Secondary Benefits

Once I started imbuing LGD 4033, I quickly noticed increased motivation in the gym, lowered recovery times and a giant upswing in libido levels.

I felt hung like a horse for the first six weeks!

Muscle Mass

I was bulking at that time and gained ten pounds of weight. Admittedly, not all of it was muscle mass, some of it was water weight, but I still felt like it was worth the effort.

Looking at my body, my shoulders and back widened, my vascularity increased by a bit, my biceps and triceps were looking swole and lastly, my neck area also improved.

Strength

I also gained quite a bit of strength, but it was not comparable to the kind of strength that I had while on RAD 140.

I did improve most of my personal records and that increased my confidence by quite a bit.

Body Fat

I didn’t experience any fat loss, but I didn’t gain any either, so it was fine by me.

Gaining 10 pounds of weight without increasing your body fat is a feat on its own, so I was quite content with myself.

Last but not least, I didn’t feel the need for PCT.

2,5mgs per day were not enough to suppress me and I was feeling alright at the end of the cycle.

All in all, Ligandrol is an awesome compound that helped me gain mass quickly and without issues.

I recommend it to anyone that has trouble gaining weight, as it will make you hungrier and willing to go all out in the gym!

Tips To Get The Best Results

If you’re after the best results out there, heed to following five points and you’ll be golden!

Keep your diet and exercise routines in check
Imbue LGD 4033 one hour before training
Drink a lot of water to prevent water retention
If it’s your first cycle, stick to lower dosages
Buy high-quality, pure Ligandrol from vetted vendors

I know a bodybuilder that ignored #5 on this list, opting for a cheaper option to save a few bucks.

He ended up in the hospital and it was later found that the stuff he bought weren’t even SARMs in the first place!

Conclusion

We’ve seen eight Ligandrol before and after results with pics in this article.

The bodybuilders that have sent me their before and after pictures didn’t experience any bigger problems due to LGD 4033 consumption.

Studies only confirm this notion by telling us that the compound is tolerated very-well by all participants.

Provided you keep your diet and exercise routines in check, you too can accomplish these results with Ligandrol.

All in all, I wholeheartedly recommend this SARM to anyone looking to gain mass quickly!

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Ostarine (MK-2866) VS Ligandrol (LGD-4033) | Which Is The Better SARM

sarmadmin — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 14:49:37 +0000

Despite both being SARMs, Ostarine and Ligandrol are vastly different in many aspects, including their anabolic to androgenic ration, potency, strength, dosages used, suppression experienced, etc.

It’s unlikely to see these two SARMs pitted up against each other, given their obvious dissimilarities, but in this article, I’ll be doing exactly that since it’s such a common request.

Ostarine (MK-2866)

Ostarine is generally seen as a mild SARM that is relatively safe to use as its safety profile has been evaluated in tons of studies both in vivo and in vitro.

It’s the most studied SARM up until this date and it’s well on its way to become an FDA approved drug, despite failing phase III clinical trials for the treatment of lung cancer.

Ostarine displayed very high bioavailability and tolerability in all human studies, with dosages ranging from 0,1mgs all the way up to 100mgs a day.

Ostarine is usually used for cutting and it’s a great aid in fat and weight loss while still showing increases in lean body mass.

Read my entire article on Ostarine here.

Ligandrol (LGD-4033)

Despite being less studied than Ostarine, Ligandrol still enjoys a high safety profile in humans even in dosages as high as 22mgs.

Not only that, but Ligandrol is so potent, that preclinical rat models have shown its anabolic to androgenic activity to be 500 to 1.

To give you an accurate measure of how strong that is, consider the fact that the SARM closest to Ligandrol in that respect is RAD 140, with a ratio of only 90 to 1.

Ligandrol, being a full agonist of the androgen receptor is quite suppressive and dosages as low as 5mgs a day have been known to cause heavy Testosterone suppression.

Ligandrol is usually taken while bulking, as it can easily help you gain muscle mass at a rate that is impossible to replicate naturally.

Take a peek at my entire guide on Ligandrol here.

Ostarine VS Ligandrol - Half-Life

A lot of people will logically claim that both Ostarine and Ligandrol have a similar half-life and that there isn’t much to talk about here.

These people fail to recognize the strength of Ligandrol and the fact that a study has shown that blood serum levels of Ligandrol increased by three times in just three weeks of daily usage.

This tells us that Ligandrol shouldn’t be used every day, despite having a purported half-life of just 24 hours, since it is so strong that it doesn’t leave the body at a fast-enough rate.

On the other hand, Ostarine can be used every day without problems as it doesn’t accumulate in the body.

Ostarine VS Ligandrol - Benefits

As previously mentioned, these two SARMs are used for different purposes, so it’s only natural that one will dominate in some respects, while failing to impress in others.

Muscle Mass

You will obviously gain a lot more muscle mass while on Ligandrol since you’ll be on a caloric surplus, not mentioning the fact that Ligandrol is a lot more potent than Ostarine when it comes to building muscle.

With Ligandrol, I gained around eight pounds of raw mass in just eight weeks, while Ostarine did manage to bestow me with two to three pounds of lean muscle mass in two months.

You have to get it clearly into your head that Ostarine is more likely to be used to prevent muscle wasting and muscle loss during a cut rather than as a muscle builder.

Strength

I definitely felt a whole lot more strength while on Ligandrol. The pumps were insane, and you feel like you could go on forever just lifting weights and minding your business.

Ostarine isn’t really a SARM that will bestow you with strength, so don’t expect much out of it.

Fat Loss

This one goes to Ostarine. It’s only natural that you will lose more fat and weight with Ostarine as you’re cutting with it.

In comparison to Ostarine, Ligandrol will not net you any fat loss. You might even gain fat as a result of your bulking regime.

Vascularity

This is a tricky one since Ostarine will naturally make you more vascular because of the fat loss you’ll experience while on it.

Conversely, Ligandrol will also cause vascularity on its own and it’s not surprising given its sheer power.

I’ll have to give this round to Ostarine. Your veins are going to be a lot more pronounced with it, as you lose more fat and weight.

You might not feel as strong and powerful as with Ligandrol, but your vascularity will speak for itself.

Energy Levels

Energy and stamina were way more pronounced while on Ligandrol. To be quite frank with you, I didn’t feel any difference in energy levels while taking Ostarine, which seemingly indicates that it doesn’t affect energy.

Ostarine VS Ligandrol - Side Effects

Some might have come this far in the article thinking that Ostarine is a definite loser in my book and that there is no reason not to jump straight to Ligandrol. I hope that this section will change your mind about that – what goes up, must come down.

Suppression

Measured on a mg to mg basis, Ligandrol is far more suppressive than any other SARM out there. Even 2,5mgs a day can get you suppressed and not to speak about the disastrous dosages used by some bodybuilders, such as 10 or 20mgs of Ligandrol per day. The latter dosages lead to a complete shutdown in users, ruining any progress made.

Overall, you can take more Ostarine without having to fear nearly as much suppression when compared to Ligandrol.

If you’re a beginner, definitely stick to Ostarine.

Water Retention

Even though Ligandrol is far more likely to cause water retention in comparison to Ostarine, personally speaking, I didn’t experience it with either compound. Make sure to drink a lot of water whilst taking Ligandrol, this will minimize the chances of you needing to worry about water retention.

Libido

My libido levels were seemingly unaffected during my Ostarine usage. I was taking 10mgs a day without seeing any changes in my sexual performance.

On the other hand, with Ligandrol, I was in for a surprise.

Not only was I having troubles down there, but I also felt a decrease in sexual motivation while on Ligandrol. It was especially pronounced during the last few weeks of my cycle.

Lethargy

I was way more lethargic while I was taking Ligandrol. I’m not sure if it was related to my hectic life at that point in time and the ensuing apathy that I felt about everything or if the Ligandrol I was taking had a finger in the pie.

What I do know is that my life was similar both during my Ostarine and Ligandrol usage, which leads me to believe that Ligandrol did affect my mood more than I wish to admit.

As you can see, the more a SARM gives, the more it takes as well.

That’s why I always recommend that beginners start with Ostarine, to get a feeling of how their bodies react to SARMs in general.

After doing a few cycles with the milder SARMs out there, like Ostarine or Andarine, you’re than ‘allowed’ to indulge yourself into more precarious territory.

Ostarine VS Ligandrol - Results

Ligandrol takes home the bacon on the results you can expect. As previously mentioned, it is far more powerful than Ostarine and it builds muscle like crazy. I have personally gained over eight pounds of muscle in just eight weeks of Ligandrol usage, while Ostarine only gave me a measly two pounds.

Conversely, Ostarine did help me lose fat and weight and I did end up looking shredded after finishing one of my cycles. Please note that the Ostarine itself didn’t make me shredded, it was only natural after years of training to attain such a physique – all I needed was to lose a bit of fat and weight, with which the Ostarine helped.

Ligandrol will also bestow you with more strength, power, stamina and motivation in comparison to Ostarine.

All in all, both of these compounds deserve their due respect for what they do, even though they are used for different purposes by bodybuilders.

Ostarine VS Ligandrol - Pricing

Strictly speaking, if you’re on a budget – which you shouldn’t be when buying SARMs – than Ostarine should be your choice, it is far cheaper than Ligandrol and most shops carry it as it is the most popular SARM out there.

What’s also very important to mention is that stocks of Ligandrol are quickly dwindling and that vendors selling SARMs are now forced to abandon the name ‘Ligandrol’ as they are facing lawsuits by the company currently holding the patent, Viking Therapeutics.

A few of my most trusted sources, including science.bio have already sent out emails stating that they will be discontinuing Ligandrol sales as it simply is no longer feasible.

We’ll see what vendors will come up in the future to sidestep this ban (maybe a simple name change would suffice?), it will be interesting to watch this cat and mouse game between the company and the vendors.

Conclusion

To sum up, both Ligandrol and Ostarine serve their particular purpose well and there is no point in proclaiming a winner amongst the two.

While Ligandrol might be stronger, Ostarine is the safer option and you should take that into account before deciding on which SARM to imbue.

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RAD 140 VS LGD 4033 | Comparing Suppression, Gains And Strength

sarmadmin — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 08:32:23 +0000

Both of these SARMs deserve a lot of respect.

You can’t just jump in and start using them without any experience or forethought, that would be ludicrous.

I have had the honor to try both of them and today, I will be showing you the difference between these two SARMs, as well as their strengths and weaknesses.

RAD 140 (Testostelone)

Testolone is a research drug that enjoys the highest anabolic to androgenic ration of 90:1 amongst all the other SARMs.

As of now, there are no human trials published on RAD 140, but there is one on-going study concerning itself with Testolone and women with breast cancer that started in 2017 and should end by 2020.

Research has shown that even a very low dosage of RAD 140 can produce marvelous results, so I’m curious to see how LGD 4033 stacks up to this.

If you’re interested in reading my entire guide on Testolone, just click here.

LGD 4033 (Ligandrol)

LGD 4033 is a SARM known for being a full agonist of the androgen receptor. It is very suppressive, and one has to be careful with dosages.

Just like RAD 140, Ligandrol has shown itself to be highly effective in low dosages.

There are currently three human trials published with Ligandrol and all of them show that the SARM is tolerated quite well in human subjects, even in dosages as high as 22mgs a day.

Ligandrol has entered phase II trials and it keeps mesmerizing scientists with the awesome results it procures.

Want to learn more about LGD-4033? Just follow this link.

RAD 140 VS LGD 4033 – Half-Life

New studies show that RAD 140 has a half-life of sixty hours, which means that it takes about two and a half days for concentrations in the blood to fall below 50%.

On the other side of the coin, Ligandrol enjoys a half-life between 24 to 36 hours.

This means that you’ll only have to take these two SARMs once a day while on cycle.

RAD 140 VS LGD 4033 – Benefits

Both of these SARMs harbor a lot of benefits and I’ll let you know about the differences in potency between these two research chemicals.

Muscle Mass

I gained around three more pounds of muscle mass with Ligandrol in comparison to Testolone. However, the muscle gained from RAD 140 felt a lot sturdier to the touch, which is something you should consider when choosing between the two SARMs.

Stamina

Ligandrol takes the cake on this one, as I felt like a million bucks in the gym and just wanted to keep on going, without ever stopping. RAD 140 had similar effects, but it was far less pronounced.

Strength

RAD 140 wins this one. It gave me insane strength and my pumps went through the roof. I never felt as powerful before, the feeling is simply beyond words.

On the other hand, Ligandrol also gave me strength, but without nearly as much potency when compared to RAD 140.

Recovery Times

Ligandrol gave me much shorter recovery times and I felt like I could go to the gym six to seven times a week without a problem. I think that every bodybuilder out there has to eventually have a taste of Ligandrol to just see how much different your body works while on a performance-enhancing drug.

RAD 140 didn’t have the same effect, but I still felt more rested in the mornings.

Motivation

Motivation was definitely higher while on RAD 140. The insane amount of strength that it gives you makes you just want to lift more and more. Almost every time you come to the gym, you break a personal record, which just makes you even more motivated to keep lifting. The feeling is just crazy.

Fat Loss

Another point for RAD 140. The fat loss is just way more pronounced while you’re on it in comparison to LGD 4033. I think I lost around 5% of my total body fat while on RAD 140, even though I was eating way more than my maintenance.

I actually gained an insignificant amount of body fat (0,5%) while on Ligandrol, as I’ve put on quite a bit of weight while on it.

Vascularity

Vascularity was way more pronounced while I was on RAD 140. I remember the strong pumps as if it were yesterday and my hands looking like two machines ready to destroy anyone and anything in their path. The fat loss properties of RAD 140 definitely helped with vascularity, which is another point you should consider.

RAD 140 VS LGD 4033 – Side Effects

Side effects were definitely present with both of these compounds, some more than others. Let’s take a look at how they manifested and at what intensity.

Suppression

This is the big question on everyone’s minds – what were the differences in suppression between the two SARMs?

Ligandrol managed to suppress me on just a 2,5mg dosage per day. It was mild suppression and I didn’t require PCT, but I felt lethargy, and my libido levels plummeted.

Keep in mind that I took 10mgs of Testolone per day and that it suppressed me a lot more than Ligandrol.

I even considered giving up my cycle while on RAD 140; it did become a bit unbearable, but I managed to pull through.

I didn’t use PCT for RAD 140 and it took a bit longer for the suppression to subside in comparison to Ligandrol.

Aggression

I felt irritable and snappy while on RAD 140, every little thing bothered me. At that time, I thought that my life had become a lot more stressful for reasons unknown to me, but it turned out that Testolone was the culprit all along.

I didn’t have any problems with aggression or irritability while on Ligandrol.

Joint Pain

I have to admit that my joints did start hurting a bit once I put on some muscle with RAD 140.

Even though I had gained a lot more muscle mass while on Ligandrol, I didn’t feel any joint pain, which is probably due to the soothing effects LGD 4033 has on our bones.

Water Retention

I didn’t experience it on neither of these two compounds, but just be aware that you’re far more likely to have it while using Ligandrol.

I didn’t feel any other side effects while on these two SARMs. Some people will tell you that they’ve experienced far worse side effects, but it’s a big question whether they used real SARMs or stuff laced with prohormones.

RAD 140 VS LGD 4033 - Results

Ligandrol seems to be better when gaining and building muscle mass is concerned, while RAD 140 wins when it comes to the strength of the muscle itself.

Also, RAD 140 gives far more power and better pumps in the gym.

It also makes you lose fat, while Ligandrol fails to impress in that department.

On the flip side, Ligandrol excels at giving you an extra push in the gym and providing you with lowered recovery times.

As you can see, both of these compounds have their strengths and weaknesses and it’s hard to really crown a winner between the two.

RAD 140 VS LGD 4033 – Pricing

I usually don’t like to talk about the amount of money one has to spend when getting SARMs.

However, I can understand that some of you are on a tight budget and for that reason, I have to say that Ligandrol is far cheaper when compared to RAD 140.

LGD 4033 is the budget-friendly option amongst the two, as you save an average of 20$ when purchasing it from my recommended stores.

Conclusion

All in all, both of these SARMs are strong contenders and do their job as described.

If you’re after more muscle mass, decreased recovery times and weight gain, take Ligandrol.

If you want a shredded look, with low body fat and a lot of vascularity, RAD 140 should be your pick.

Don’t forget to take these two compounds in low dosages as to avoid having to do PCT.

Good luck and have fun!

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When To Take LGD 4033 – The Best Practices

sarmadmin — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 20:28:49 +0000

If you’re unsure when to take LGD 4033, read this short guide till the end to find out!

Ligandrol has a half-life between 24 to 36 hours so taking it once a day is plenty enough to keep the Ligandrol levels in your blood high.

The best time to take Ligandrol is neither in the morning or in the evening, as some would say, but one hour before training.

Why is that so?

Because one hour after ingestion, you will experience a peak in Ligandrol levels and after that one-hour mark, they will gradually start falling off.

For example, six hours after ingestion, the amount of Ligandrol in your bloodstream will decrease by 10%.

This means that the best practice is to take it one hour before training, whether it be day or night (Ligandrol doesn’t affect sleep)!

Psychological Fitness And Ligandrol Usage

Before you start taking Ligandrol, you also have to have your head sorted out and in the right place.

Some people were terribly burned in the aftermath when they took Ligandrol without being psychologically fit to use it.

What do I mean by psychological fitness? Here are a few pointers:

You Won’t Get Shredded After Just One Cycle

It’s very important to accept the fact that no compound out there, not even steroids, can make you shredded in just one cycle. It takes years of dedication and training to get to that point and you won’t just be able to jump hoops to get there.

A Larger Dosage Will Only Lead To More Side Effects

This marks the downfall of many bodybuilders, as a lot of websites promote taking Ligandrol in dosages of 10 or 20 mgs a day. There is zero reason to do that to your body, when it has been proven that Ligandrol is effective in dosages as small as 1 mg per day.

Expect Suppression To Occur And Be Prepared To Deal With It

Ligandrol is a very suppressive SARM, I personally experienced mild suppression at just 2,5 mgs a day. You need to either have SERMs on hand if the suppression gets too bad or be able to toughen it out for a month after your cycle. Expect low libido and lethargy to be the dominant side effects during that time period.

Physical Fitness And Ligandrol Usage

You need to be at your absolute peak naturally if you want to take Ligandrol.

I’ve seen people make the mistake of using Ligandrol while they were chubby, without having developed a proper exercise routine.

Guess what happened?

They gained a ton of weight and not much muscle, because they haven’t gotten used to working hard.

You have to understand that neither Ligandrol nor SARMs in general will work on their own.

You have to put in the work in order for them to their job. You have to get out there and train, all while keeping your diet in check.

Also, do your blood work before and after your cycle, only then will you be truly ready to take Ligandrol, as you will know how the compound affected your body.

Conclusion

It’s important not to take Ligandrol lightly as it is a strong SARM that can and will cause major suppression at higher dosages. You have to be both physically and psychologically on top of your game if you want to have success while taking Ligandrol.

If you’re just going to go in blindly, you will only be frustrated by the lack of results and the potential side effects that go with Ligandrol usage.

Stay safe and good luck on your fitness journey!

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My 8-Week LGD 4033 Log | My Ligandrol Experience

sarmadmin — Tue, 07 Jul 2020 17:23:50 +0000

After doing a few cycles on milder SARMs, like Ostarine and other compounds such as Cardarine (I also had a run-in with Stenabolic), a year and a half had passed, and I finally decided that it was time to join the big leagues.

My next compound to conquer was to be Ligandrol, known to cause mild suppression and water retention even at dosages as low as 1mg.

Naturally, I was a bit scared but also intrigued, as I never had experienced Testosterone suppression before in my life and that’s where I decided: In for a penny, in for a pound!

I was 28, still 6’1’’, 189 pounds, 11% body fat and in my eight year of lifting.

Personally speaking, I felt a bit underwhelmed with my physique and thought that a bulk on Ligandrol could fix things right up.

My maintenance was at 2200kcal, so I decided to eat 2700kcal for the next eight weeks.

I didn’t want to do PCT after Ligandrol, so I settled on a low dosage of just 2,5mgs a day.

My first day on LGD 4033

I usually take my SARMs in the morning when I wake up, right before going to the gym and that’s just what I did on the first day.

Some people will tell you that it takes weeks for SARMs to work, but they are just spouting nonsense. While SARMs take time to break through the cellular wall of your androgen receptors, they immediately act on your central nervous system and muscle tension, leading to better workouts.

This is exactly what happened on day one of me using Ligandrol, I felt an amazing pump at the gym and was full of energy. If you’ve read my Ostarine log, you will have noticed that I psyched myself out as it was my first experience with SARMs.

This time, it was different. I was feeling minor excitement and not much anxiety at all, but still experienced an improved workout session, right on day one.

Week 1-2

The first side effect started showing. I felt lethargic from day four up until day ten for some reason. I would be full of energy while in the gym, but at home, I would just be a lazy slouch, barely able to lift a finger. It was especially pronounced during mornings.

I didn’t quite understand why this was happening to me, but I managed to power through it and luckily, I didn’t feel any lethargy until the end of my cycle.

During this time, I improved my bench press and my deadlift, both by a measly five pounds, but it was a start.

By day fourteen, I broke my personal record at the squat rack, which made me very proud of myself.

Week 3-4

My power and strength went through the roof! If I had a good pump at the gym up until now, what I was experiencing at this point was something extraordinary.

I was sweating like crazy, but with so much vigor in my lifts, I felt as if I could conquer the world.

My confidence and assertiveness shot up, my libido also increased, and I was consistently waking up with morning wood, which is something I couldn’t complain about.

My body fat percentage stayed on the same level, but I had gained four and a half pounds of muscle mass during this time period.

I broke several of my plateaus, especially at the dreaded bench press, where I was stuck at 250 pounds for months. I was now lifting 260 pounds, five times, without a hint of a problem.

Also, my deadlift improved significantly, with me now being able to lift 15 pounds more than before.

Week 5-6

I felt myself training a lot more intensely on the same workout routine I always do. I was still brimming with energy and stamina.

Since I was religiously looking after my diet, I didn’t experience any water retention.

No suppression yet.

Added another five pounds on my bench press and deadlift.

It just feels amazing going to the gym and making progress every week you’re in. The feeling is just indescribable, I felt like a newbie chasing his first gains.

Gained another two and a half pounds of muscle on top of everything, my shoulders looked wider and my back felt fuller in the mirror.

Motivation for lifting was at an all-time high.

Week 7-8

The first signs of suppression started showing. My libido was negatively affected, but I could still perform in bed. No other side effects were noted during the suppression, which led me to believe that it was mild in nature, since I was only running 2,5mgs.

It was at this point that I regretted not doing my blood work before and after the cycle, as that could have given me specific insight into my suppression and help me understand just how much my total/free testosterone had changed.

I also measured my body fat again and it turned out that it only mildly increased by 0,5%, for a total of 11,5%. This was a good sign, as I had gained around ten pounds of weight and evidently, most of it was muscle.

Motivation in the gym decreased a bit, and I didn’t feel the same pump as before. Vascularity was a bit more pronounced, but it was nothing worth bragging about.

The real deal were the strength and muscle gains and as that was my initial goal with Ligandrol, I was more than satisfied at the end of the eight-week mark.

Conclusion

Ligandrol is no joke and I wholeheartedly suggest that you read up on it before you even attempt to buy it, much less take it.

All in all, I’ve gained around eight pounds of muscle mass and quite a lot of strength. During the entire cycle, I stuck to my diet without indulging in any cheat days, which definitely helped.

I was quite happy to realize that despite putting on ten pounds of weight, I only gained a measly 0,5% in body fat.

I also didn’t experience any joint pain, which was probably due to the increase in bone density the Ligandrol bestowed me with.

After the cycle, it took about a month for my libido to reach normal levels again and I felt completely fine after that.

Judging from my experience, I do recommend Ligandrol, as it helped me achieve new heights in bodybuilding without breaking a sweat.

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LGD 4033 Dosage | Best Cutting and Bulking Dosages For Ligandrol

sarmadmin — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 13:32:24 +0000

In this article, we will go over the best LGD 4033 (also known as Ligandrol) dosages for beginners. We will discuss more in-depth regarding what is the best LGD 4033 dosage for different people and different cycles.

By the end of this article, you will find out what is the best LGD 4033 dosage for you and your goals.

Before we go over the best Ligandrol dosages, let’s do a quick summary of what this SARM actually is.

Ligandrol summary

The LGD 4033, otherwise known as Ligandrol, Anabolicum or VK5211, was discovered and developed by Ligand Pharmaceuticals, a company based in San Diego, California, USA. At the moment, researches are still being conducted on the LGD 4033 by Viking Therapeutics.

The LGD 4033 is a Selective Androgen Receptor Modulator that is mostly used by bodybuilders as well as athletes. It is currently under research for treating diseases which cause muscle wasting, such as osteoporosis. This is done as it is able to connect itself to androgen receptors in our bones, as well as our muscles. It is also under research for treating certain kinds of cancer.

Ligandrol half-life

The half-life of a compound refers to the time taken to halve the concentration of the compound in the body. This means that the time of half-life is the time in which the concentration of the compound is halved from the original concentration of the compound that is being initially consumed.

Based on research, the half-life of LGD 4033 is estimated to be between 24 to 36 hours. Because of this, you are advised to take your daily dosage of LGD 4033 in a single session since its concentration in your blood will gradually increase. It will take 56 days for your levels of testosterone to return to normal if you stop consuming LGD 4033.

LGD 4033 (Ligandrol) dosage

There are no suggested dosages for the LGD 4033. However, it is recommended that you should go for a low dose, at about 5mg or 10mg daily for a period of 6 weeks. This would help in ensuring the effectiveness of the LDG 4033, while allowing you to experience minimal side effects.

Women who use LGD 4033 are advised to consume up to 5mg daily.

In most cases, users increase their intake of the LGD 4033 for every cycle. Do note that you should always increase your dosage gradually at a slow rate, at around 1mg to 2g daily. There are athletes who consume around 20mg daily, but that is not recommended for us.

No PCT LGD 4033 dosage

Now we will discuss on cycles in which you would be able to achieve positive results without needing a PCT. We would assume that the LGD 4033 that you are currently using is pure and of high quality. Sadly, a lot of SARM companies sell bunk products that are spiked with other substances. These products can be a lot more suppressive and can have side effects such as hair loss and gynecomastia.

You do not require the use of any other SARM in the few cycles that we will now discuss. We would also discuss about the dosages of LGD 4033 that you are advised to consume if you are following these cycles.

No PCT body recomposition dosage

The purpose of this cycle is to aid you in doing a body recomposition using LGD 4033 as well as Stenabolic, since LGD 4033 helps you in building your muscles while Stenabolic helps you burn off your fats. This cycle is very safe and you will not experience much suppression.

This cycle is 8 weeks long, with a dosage of 5mg a day for the LGD 4033 and a dosage of 30mg a day for the Stenabolic. With this, you can lose roughly 2.5kg of your body fats and gain roughly 2.5kg of muscles.

No PCT Bulking Dosage

The purpose of this cycle is to aid you in gaining plenty of lean muscle mass without needing a PCT after your cycle. You would be able to recover naturally without much suppression.

For the first 8 weeks of the cycle, the dosage of the LGD 4033 is 5mg daily while the dosage of the MK 677 is 15mg daily. For the subsequent 8 weeks of the cycle, there is no need for any intake of the LGD 4033. The dosage of the MK 677 remains the same, at 15mg daily.

No PCT Cutting Dosage

The purpose of this cycle is to aid you in cutting while being able to retain all your muscles. With this cycle, you may possibly even gain a few kilogrammes of muscle while Stenabolic burns off your body fats. The suppression experienced is barely noticeable as well.

This 8 week cycle requires a daily intake of 2.5mg of LGD 4033 and 30mg of Stenabolic. You are able to replace the LGD 4033 with 15mg of Ostarine as well.

Conclusion

There are different dosages of LGD 4033 that are suitable for different people and different cycles. In general, men would be advised to consume more LGD 4033 as compared to women but it should still be consumed in moderation. LGD 4033 can also be consumed with other compounds in a cycle to increase its effectiveness.

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LGD 4033 With No PCT | Ligandrol Cycle Without A PCT

sarmadmin — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 15:39:57 +0000

LGD 4033, also called Ligandrol, is a very popular SARM that a lot of people use. But does it need a PCT? How to cycle LGD 4033 with no PCT? We will answer all of that and more in this article.

PCT (Post Cycle Therapy) is a process of helping your body recover from a suppressed Testosterone production. As a rule of thumb, only SARMs such as YK11 and S23 need a PCT. The other SARMs don’t require a PCT if you cycle them correctly. Still, however, a lot of people do PCT for other SARMs such as LGD 4033.

It’s not smart to do a PCT if you don’t need it. This is because SERMs such as Nolvadex or Clomid can have serious side effects on their own. Because of this, you should avoid doing a PCT unless you are very suppressed.

My recommended PCT companies

Let’s start off by explaining if LGD 4033 requires a PCT or not.

Does LGD 4033 need a PCT

Usually, real, high-quality, pure LGD 4033 won’t require a PCT. This is as long as you stick to normal dosages for normal cycle length.

However, some companies sadly sell bunk LGD 4033 that is spiked with other substances. This lowers it’s effectiveness and gives it a bunch of side effects as well as increases its suppressiveness. So the first thing that you should do if you want to cycle LGD 4033 with no PCT is to buy real, high-quality Ligandrol. Doing this will assure you that you have real products that aren’t super suppressive. Your body should easily recover naturally from a Ligandrol cycle as long as you use normal dosages (up to 10mg a day) for normal cycle length (up to 8 weeks).

The only reliable way, however, to 100% for certain tell if you need a PCT or not is by getting a blood test done. It will tell you how suppressed you are and from that, you will be able to tell if you need a PCT or not.

Most of the time, however, if you feel totally fine at the end of your cycle, you don’t require a PCT.

Example LGD 4033 no PCT cycles

Let’s go over two examples of LGD 4033 cycles that will almost certainly require NO PCT. Of course, this is assuming that the LGD 4033 is pure and high-quality.

Remember, always get a blood test done to be 100% sure.

Cutting cycle:

Week	LGD 4033
1-8	2.5mg a day

Bulking cycle:

Week	LGD 4033
1-8	2.5mg a day

These two cycles will work great and won’t be very suppressive.

Conclusion

In conclusion, real LGD 4033 won’t require a PCT as long as you stick to normal dosages and normal cycle length. The only way to be 100% certain, however, if you need to do a PCT or not is by getting a blood test done.

This is why I recommend that you get a blood test done at the end of your cycle. So far, however, I never required to do a PCT for my LGD 4033 cycle. This is because it just isn’t that suppressive if it’s pure.

If you want more information about this compound, read my in-depth LGD 4033 guide.

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LGD 4033 MK 677 Stack Review With Before And After Pics

sarmadmin — Tue, 17 Mar 2020 10:58:48 +0000

In this article, we will go over the LGD 4033 + MK 677 Stack. We will go over everything, from results that people got with this stack, what results you can expect from this compound and more. I will also go over my results from this cycle and what I think about it. Let’s get right into it.

Before we can go over this stack, we have to understand what each of these two compounds (LGD 4033 and MK 677) are. So let’s do a quick summary of what LGD 4033 and MK 677 are.

If you want to skip to the part where we go over this stack, choose LGD 4033 MK 677 stack in the table of contents.

LGD 4033 and MK 677 summary

In order to understand what we can expect from an LGD 4033 MK 677 stack, we need to understand each of the two compounds.

Firstly, let’s start with LGD 4033.

LGD 4033

LGD 4033, also called Ligandrol, is a SARM (Selective Androgen Receptor Modulator). It’s one of the most researched SARMs along with Ostarine. Currently, LGD 4033 is successfully going through clinical trials and it’s considered to be a very safe compound by a lot of research that backs it. This is also one of the main reasons for its popularity.

Keep in mind, this is only a short summary of Ligandrol. If you want more information about this compound, read our in-depth LGD 4033 guide.

Benefits of Ligandrol:

Increased muscle mass
Increased strength
Faster recovery
Increased bone health

As we can see, LGD 4033 has some great benefits. In this stack, we are mostly interested in the increased muscle mass benefit, but the others are great as well. When it comes to the increased muscle mass, however, this compound is amazing. With correct training and a good diet, you can expect to get a lot of muscle mass on your Ligandrol cycle.

Side effects of Ligandrol:

Water retention
Suppression
“LGD flu”

We can easily avoid water retention by drinking more water. LGD flu (stuffed nose and sneezing) goes away in a couple of days once it happens but keep in mind, it’s not a common thing and in my experience, it happens to few people.

The main side effect is the suppression of your natural production of testosterone. Keep in mind, Ligandrol is backed by a lot, a lot of research and it all confirms that the suppression is not that bad and that LGD 4033 doesn’t require a PCT (Post Cycle Therapy) if you don’t go above normal dosages. And anyways, MK 677 will act as some sort of a PCT in this stack, so we don’t have to worry about this.

Now, let’s go over MK 677 as well.

MK 677

MK 677, also called Ibutamoren or Nutrobal, is a growth hormone secretagogue. It encourages our body to produce more GH (growth hormone) and IGF-1 (growth factor). This compound is backed by a lot of research and is currently going through clinical trials, needless to say, it’s a very safe and researched compound. You can check out the Ibutamoren clinical trials if you are interested in that.

Keep in mind, this is only a short summary of this compound. If you want more information about Ibutamoren, read our in-depth MK 677 guide.

Benefits of MK 677:

Increased sleep quality
Increased skin and hair quality
Faster hair and nail growth
Increased muscle mass
Fat loss

We are mostly interested in the increased muscle mass and fat loss benefit for this stack. The other side effects are amazing as well though. Fun fact, some people use MK 677 as a baldness prevention compound because it heals our hair follicles and encourages hair growth. The increased sleep quality benefit is also amazing, you will be as rested in 6 hours of sleep as you would be in 8 hours of sleep without MK 677.

Side effects of MK 677:

Increased hunger
Water retention

The increased hunger isn’t really a side effect if we really think about it because we can easily avoid it if it bothers us by taking our MK 677 dosage before going to bed. Water retention is the only real side effect of Ibutamoren. However, we can easily avoid it by drinking more water which gets rid of water retention. Even if we don’t drink more water though, the water retention will go away on its own in a couple of weeks after the cycle is over.

Now, let’s finally go over the LGD 4033 MK 677 stack.

What you can expect from an LGD 4033 MK 677 stack

You can expect to gain upwards of 5lbs of muscle and lose a few % of body fat as well. Strength gains will also be very noticeable after the first few weeks. You will be getting stronger every week. I recommend that you take pictures of yourself every week to easily track your progress. Also, some people gain a lot more than 5 lbs of muscle with a stack like this, it all depends on your training.

I would say that on average if you don’t change how hard you train and keep the same diet as you have right now (calorie maintenance for example), you can expect to gain about 5 lbs of lean muscle mass and lose 3 % of body fat. The before and after picture difference will probably be similar to the person that we will see later in the article. Obviously, if you train hard and keep an eye on your diet, you can expect to see even better results.

There are also a few MK 677 benefits that you will experience as a bonus. For example, your sleep quality will increase drastically, you will sleep like a baby and feel rested for the whole day. Hair and skin quality will increase as well and your nails and hair will grow faster (the hair will get thicker as well). You may experience increased hunger but you can easily avoid that by taking your MK 677 dosage before going to bed rather than in the morning.

Keep in mind, however, that your results from this stack will be dependent on your work ethic and diet as well. The harder you will train on your cycle and the cleaner diet you will have, the better the results at the end.

LGD 4033 + MK 677 before and after

Let’s go over the before and after results from a person that used this stack. He sent me his results on social media and allowed me to use them on my website (sarmguide.com).

His cycle:

Week	MK 677	LGD 4033	PCT
1-8	15mg a day	5mg a day	/
8-16	15mg a day	/	/

He didn’t have to do a PCT (Post Cycle Therapy) because the Ligandrol dosage isn’t high enough to be that suppressive. We talked about this earlier in the article, low – normal LGD 4033 dosages definitely don’t need a PCT. MK 677 is completely non-suppressive so we don’t have to worry about that.

Another reason that he didn’t need a PCT is that MK 677 acted as a PCT protocol. He was taking MK 677 for 8 more weeks after his Ligandrol part was done, this is great and I recommend this to everybody that wants to use this stack because MK 677 can take a while to kick in. So in the 8 weeks after the Ligandrol part, MK 677 will help us come back from the suppression and it will allow us to not lose any of the gains but instead gain some more.

The results (Before and After picture)

LGD 4033+ MK 677 stack

The before and after picture is very impressive but we have to keep in mind a few things. Lighting is obviously in favour of the after picture, his posture is also very bad in the first photo and in the after photo it’s a lot better. These things obviously affect the photo and the results may look a lot better than they really are.

Still, even if we keep these things in mind, the results are obviously very good. He gained a lot of muscle on his chest arms and shoulders. Not only that, but he also lost quite a bit of fat. He is a lot more vascular and has visible abs in the after photo.

You can easily expect to see results like this on your LGD 4033 MK 677 stack.

My experience with this stack

I actually recently did the same cycle that the person we talked about previously in the article did.

My cycle:

Week	MK 677	LGD 4033	PCT
1-8	15mg a day	5mg a day	/
8-16	15mg a day	5mg a day	/

We talked about why this cycle example doesn’t need a PCT earlier in the article, but in case you missed it, here’s a quick recap. Ligandrol doesn’t need a PCT at these dosages because it’s really not that suppressive at 5mg a day (confirmed by studies). MK 677 also acts as some sort of a PCT so that is another reason why something like Nolvadex or Clomid isn’t needed.

The reason why MK 677 part lasts 16 weeks is that it can take a while for it to kick in. It’s non-hormonal anyway and it’s recommended that we take it for longer periods of time to get the most out of the benefits. Some people even take it for a year without stopping.

My results and opinion

I gained about 6-7 lbs of muscle on this cycle. Drinking plenty of water allowed me to not experience any water retention at all. I also lost about 3% body fat (went from barely visible abs to completely visible abs). Strength gains were also very noticeable. All of my lifts were going up week after week for the whole duration of this stack (16-weeks). I gained about 40lbs on my bench press, for example. The best thing, however, is that I wasn’t suppressed at all and MK 677 helped me to easily keep all of my LGD 4033 gains and even gain some more on top of them.

In my opinion, I could have gotten better results if I trained harder and kept an eye on my diet. I wasn’t training as much as I could have had, but still, I’m very happy with the results that I got. But when it comes to this stack, I think it’s an amazing stack and I definitely recommend it to anyone that wants to gain muscle and lose fat. The best thing about it is that both of these compounds are well researched and considered safe by all studies.

The one thing that I think is super important for stacks like this is to buy high-quality, pure compounds. This will guarantee that we will get good results and not experience any side effects.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the LGD 4033 MK 677 stack is a great stack. You can expect to get a lot of muscle mass as well as lose a lot of fat. Strength gains will also be very nice. The best thing about this cycle, In my opinion, is that these two compounds are very well researched and have a lot of studies as well as clinical trials that back them up. This makes it one of the safest possible stacks that will get you great results and literally no impactful side effects. Please note, it’s important that you buy high-quality, pure compounds in order to avoid bunk products that could cause unnecessary side effects and lower the effectiveness of the product.

My experience and opinion of this stack are great. I got great results, gained a nice amount of muscle and lost a few % of body fat as well. My mistake was that I didn’t train hard enough, I could have gotten even better results by training more than 3 times per week. But considering how I trained, I am very happy with the results that I got.

Keep in mind, the harder you train and the cleaner your diet is, the better your results will be.

LGD 4033 - MK 677 stack Review

Muscle mass gains

9,4/10

Fat loss

7,5/10

Strength gains

8,8/10

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