MK 677 (Ibutamoren Growth Hormone) – JamesLaosFitness.com

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What is Ibutamoren Growth Hormone (GH)? Why Restore it Naturally?

MK-677 Ibutamoren is a growth hormone secretagogue. Yep that’s right, IT IS NOT A SARM. MK-677 is a non-steroidal Performance Enhancing Drug (PED), meaning it is not a steroid but still enhances individuals who take it. It was originally made to serve as an alternative to Growth Hormone (GH) for situations such as GH deficiency in children.
A Growth hormone secretagogue (GHS) is a compound that acts as a secretagogue which will help promote growth hormone levels. It mimics the action of Ghrelin, which is the hunger hormone in the body but is also associated with our circadian rhythms. And it stimulates the release of naturally occurring Growth hormone from the pituitary gland in the body up to 40% which in turn also increases the levels of IGF-1. It has excellent oral bio-availability. You do not need to to inject and has a 24 hour half life in the body.
This compound works by stimulating ghrelin hormone in the central nervous system, which binds to ghrelin GH secretagogue receptors in the brain (within the Hypothalamus). This receptor then stimulates the production of Growth Hormone (GH) and IGF-1. Through stimulating GH and IGF-1, effects such as enhanced muscle growth, injury recovery, fat burning, increased hunger and improved sleep occur. Of course, because MK-677 produces these desirable effects it was adopted within the fitness and bodybuilding world as a PED. It is regularly used as a replacement for Growth Hormone by those who do not have access to GH or cannot afford it. ib
As AGING occurs in men and women the GH monitored by a blood marker called IGF 1 declines rapidly. Although this decline is normal naturally restoring healthy levels through peptide therapy begins to combat and even restore many aspects of health, wellness and quality of life.

What are the Benefits of MK 677? THE LIST IS TOO LONG….

MK-677 is a very effective compound. Individuals use it to grow muscle, recover from injury faster and burn fat. Because MK-677 does not work on the same hormonal pathways as all SARMs and Steroids, it can be stacked alongside these compounds without causing detrimental side effects.

No Off-Cycle Requirement/PCT: MK-677 should be a compound of interest to any enhanced athlete or fitness enthusiast as it can be cycled year-round and does not require a Post Cycle Therapy because it does not affect testosterone or estrogen. This also means that it can be used between Steroid or SARM cycles as a stimulus for growth when an individual is off cycle

Testosterone and Growth Hormone work synergistically together to improve tissue repair and growth. Testosterone induces hypertrophy (increase cell size) while growth hormone induces hyperplasia (increases the number of cells) Using testosterone and Ibutamoren together will allow a more drastic change in overall body composition that could not be achieved by using only one or the other on their own.

Looking Younger, Better Well-being/Feeling Healthier: As MK-677 increases Growth Hormone, it will display the same effects that Growth Hormone does. Outside of the muscle building/fat burning it provides, increased GH will make an individual have a better sense or well-being, feel healthier and look younger.

Increases collagen production, and skin elasticity improving wrinkles
Increases cellular repair and production
Strengthens the heart
Enhances the immune system
Increases calcium retention, strengthens and increases the mineralization of bone, bone density
Improves the sex drive and desire by stimulation of hypothalamus
Accelerates healing from wounds or surgery

Increased Muscle Mass: This compound increases Growth Hormone and IGF-1. These are two of the strongest drivers for growth within the entire body. By increasing the amount of these two hormones the user will experience a huge increase in muscle growth and recovery. MK-677 will also increase strength and sleep which will again enhance the individual’s stimulus for growth and ability to recover.

Increases protein synthesis

Increased Strength: As is the case with many performance enhancing drugs, users of MK-677 will experience an increase in strength. Along with better overall performance.

Increases calcium retention, strengthens and increases the mineralization of bone, bone density

Improved Sleep: MK-677 increases the quality of sleep in users, allowing them to recover more effectively. Though better and deeper sleep results from taking this compound, it can make users feel lethargic during the day.

Increased Fat Burning: MK-677 increases the bodies fat burning capacity. Though this is the case, it generally shouldn’t be used as a “fat burner” due to its effect on appetite which may cause users to more frequently consume extra calories throughout the day.

Reduces belly fat through lipolysis
Increases lean body mass
Increases protein synthesis

Increased Hunger: This point can either be a positive or a negative. When an individual is struggling to eat enough or taking Steroids/PED’s that inhibit their appetite, MK-677 can be an excellent addition to increase their hunger. Though someone trying to lean out will find this detrimental to their cutting phase.

Reduces liver uptake of glucose, an effect that opposes that of insulin

Stack-ability: MK-677 works differently to any SARMs/Steroids/PED’s (apart from Insulin and Growth Hormone), and therefore can be stacked with most of these compounds.

Because MK-677 does not work on the same hormonal pathways as all SARMs and Steroids, it can be stacked alongside these compounds without causing detrimental side effects.

For instance, an individual using RAD-140 or LDG-4033 would massively benefit from using MK-677 alongside it.

What Kind of Side Effects Does Ibutamoren Have?

Tingly fingers/hands, elevated blood sugar, intense dreams, some lethargy, water retention, as well as increased appetite are possible. They are all easily avoidable by dose adjustment.

Feeling Lethargic: Some individuals who have used MK-677 have reported it to cause a lethargic/sluggish feeling throughout the day. Though it must be made clear that individuals who have used it say it isn’t overly excessive to the point of it ruining their day. This can be avoided by taking the compound at a later time in the day, 6pm would be a good example for this as taking it too late can interrupt sleep.

Increased Appetite: As discussed in the previous section, this can be a negative effect for certain people. Specifically people who are trying to lose weight. From anecdotal references the hunger can be quite difficult to deal with while restricting calories, so it is definitely advised to keep this in mind when thinking of taking MK-677 while cutting. If the hunger persists to be more than the user can handle, they can take the compound later in the day in an attempt to sleep off most of the hunger. Around 6pm is a good time to have it as taking it too late can interrupt sleep. ibutamoren

Water Retention: This compound can cause water retention in some users, not extremely but enough to reduce dryness in the physique and therefore should be considered if using MK-677 near events such as bodybuilding competitions. Increased water retention can also cause an increase in blood pressure and therefore it should be monitored throughout usage.

Blood Pressure/Blood Glucose: In one study of MK-677 an elderly individual experience heightened blood glucose levels and increase blood pressure. These factors should be monitored throughout usage specifically in any individuals who have previously experienced problems with either.

Insulin Sensitivity: Some studies on MK-677 have shown individuals to experience reduced insulin sensitivity and higher fasting blood glucose. In these groups Growth Hormone remained elevated, which indicated when GH returned to normal this side effect should subside. Though many people do not experience this, it should be monitored throughout and after usage until GH levels return to normal.

How Long Does Ibutamoren Take to Start Working?

Ibutamoren starts working immediately. The drastic increase in GH levels will occur very quickly after ingestion, and usually by the end of the first week there is already a fairly substantial change in body composition due to the quick boost in intramuscular water and nitrogen retention it causes.

Can Testosterone and Ibutamoren Be Used Together?

Yes, Testosterone and Growth Hormone work synergistically together to improve tissue repair and growth. Testosterone induces hypertrophy (increase cell size) while growth hormone induces hyperplasia (increases the number of cells) Using testosterone and Ibutamoren together will allow a more drastic change in overall body composition that could not be achieved by using only one or the other on their own.

DOSAGE

Men

Dosage: 5-12.5mg twice a day or 10-25mg once a day

MK-677 has a half-life of 6 hours and for this reason it will be beneficial to split the dose. But if the side effects such as increased hunger and feeling lethargic are becoming too much, taking the total daily dosage of 10-25mg around 6pm will likely reduce them throughout the day. ibutamoren

Due to this compound’s ability to enhance sleep, it is a good idea to start at a lower dose and work up to a higher dose. This is because some individual’s (specifically beginners) may find they experience much more intense dreams and the compounds effects will impact them more.

If an individual starts with a lower dose it is important that they monitor the rate at which they are growing. This should stay consistent throughout their usage and if it plateaus the dosage should be increased slightly to maintain the same rate until their goals are met. Once the maximum recommended dosage is met the individual should stick with that dose (25mg a day).

Cycle Length: 3 months +

This compound can be taken year-round, though it is an expensive compound to be having all year it can be used in cycles that will still provide extremely good results. 3 moths would be the minimum recommendation. Though if negative side effects that may be detrimental to the user’s health become present its use should be discontinued. ibutamoren

Women

Dosage: 2.5 -10mg twice a day or 5-20mg once a day (20 being a very big dose)

MK-677 has a half-life of 6 hours and for this reason it will be beneficial to split the dose. But if the side effects such as increased hunger and feeling lethargic are becoming too much, taking the total daily dosage of 5-20mg around 6pm will likely reduce them throughout the day. ibutamoren

Cycle Length: 3 months +

FINAL THOUGHTS:

MK-677 ibutamoren is a very powerful compound that can be used by individuals to enhance muscle growth, injury recovery, fat burning, increase hunger and improve sleep. Due to MK-677 not requiring a Post Cycle Therapy because it does not affect testosterone or estrogen it is a very versatile compound that can be used year-round with no off-cycle time required. It can also be used alongside other SARMs/Steroids/PED’s (except for Insulin or Growth Hormone) without causing detrimental side effects. MK-677 can also serve as an excellent alternative to Growth Hormone for individuals who do not have access to GH or cannot afford it. Though MK-677 seems to be a much safer alternative to other compounds, throughout an individual’s use of it they should still be monitored for possible side effects such as heightened blood glucose levels, increase blood pressure and reduced insulin sensitivity. ibutamoren