Growth hormone: properties and features of use for enthusiasts

Author: Yuri Klimishin - an iron enthusiast and veteran of the "chemical" front.
2015-03-02

Important! We do not advocate for the use of steroids and other potent substances. All information is provided so that those who still decide to take them can do so with minimal health risks.

In this article, I will talk about the use of such an interesting substance as somatotropin (growth hormone) on a purely amateur level. In short, somatotropic growth hormone is a polypeptide anabolic hormone of the human body, consisting of a chain of 191 amino acids and produced by the anterior pituitary gland under the control of somatoliberin and somatostatin. Both are hypothalamic hormones. The first stimulates the production of growth hormone, while the second suppresses it.

The growth hormone is responsible for:

• The growth of the entire body as a whole during the pubertal period.
• The renewal and recovery of the musculoskeletal system in adults.

Indirectly, it relates to the condition of the nervous system, internal organs, skin coverings, and so on. Why is it an indirect relationship? Because it is not somatotropin itself that affects all this, but Insulin-like Growth Factor, which is formed in the body under the control of growth hormone. I think dry theory is enough. Let's move on to juicy practice.

Properties of Growth Hormone

So, dealers related to the distribution of somatotropin promise that as soon as you acquire a couple of dozen vials of the same Jintropin (one of the commercial names for growth hormone), you will magically transform into a muscular, shredded monster in just a few months. Or into a slim and defined beauty – depending on the specific pharmacological goals of the user.

In reality, both the anabolic and fat-burning capabilities of this substance are STRONGLY exaggerated. Yes, it is capable of accelerating protein synthesis in muscle cells and reducing the activity of insulin in transporting glucose through cellular membranes. This, against the backdrop of a low-carbohydrate diet, will force the body to switch to fat fuel as energy for survival. But all of this is theory and marketing.

In practice, the introduction of growth hormone in a mass-gaining cycle allows for enhancing the effectiveness of AAS (anabolic-androgenic steroids) and decreasing their dosages. That is, you will gain higher quality mass and look better against the high-carbohydrate diet typical for the bulking phase.

Will it allow for gaining more muscle than just on a steroid cycle over the same unit of time? I dare say, no in 9 out of 10 cases.

Why do pros grow so huge on it?

• Well, genetics, for one. There is a chasm between the genetic differences of pros and average individuals.
• And two, it's a cocktail that pros use under the code name TIGER (testosterone, insulin, growth hormone).
• And the third component is dosages. For somatotropin, they range from 20 to 30 IU per day. A simple amateur is not mentally, financially, or physically prepared for this.

During the fat-burning period, the growth hormone is responsible for three functions.

• The first is the ability to permanently get rid of fat. That is, to lose it from everywhere at once, rather than top-down as is usually the case.
• The second is its ability to excellently protect muscle from cortisol. In other words, it has an anti-catabolic effect.
• And third, this hormone, in combination with AAS and a proper diet, makes your physique coming out of the cutting phase simply FANTASTIC in quality. So far, there are no competitors to “hormoshka” in this regard, and none are even visible on the horizon.

Will growth hormone accelerate the process of fat loss? Again, most likely – no.

However, for weight loss, it is, for whatever reason, more effective than for gaining weight. Just keep in mind: both when bulking and cutting, growth hormone works only as an addition to a steroid course. As a standalone drug, it is COMPLETELY pointless for these purposes. However, it will help strengthen the musculoskeletal system and provide a general rejuvenating effect on the body.

How to Use for Amateurs

1. For the first two to three years, we ONLY use testosterone and anabolic steroids. Slowly but surely, we gain muscle mass, adhering to a proper diet and everything else along those lines. In the end, we reach a certain weight and consider it the most objective for us in terms of appearance/functionality ratio.

2. After this time, it’s time to introduce growth hormone. Starting with a dose of 4 IU per day and gradually increasing it to 10 IU (more is not advisable – there may be problems), we stay on growth hormone in combination with AAS and slowly change the ratio of water/fat/muscle in our bodies. That is, remaining at the same weight, the hormone will allow us to consist of juicy and defined muscle in a year to a year and a half.

3. Divide the daily dose into two parts: take the first one one and a half hours before training, and the second one an hour to one and a half hours after training. On non-training days, administer the first injection before breakfast and the second before lunch, one hour before a meal.

4. Naturally, all this is against the backdrop of testosterone. Testosterone, at this level, is taken on a continuous basis. As for growth hormone, its cycles are objectively in the range of 3-4 months with a one and a half month break between them.

5. No insulins or thyroid hormones. Just regularly get tested for blood sugar levels and the state of the thyroid. If problems arise, discontinue growth hormone for the time necessary to restore normal indicators.

6. Do not administer hormone at night. This is the only way to disrupt the endogenous secretion of somatotropin by our pituitary gland. Do not forget to adhere to a strict diet. If you decide to take a risk, then for six days a week, you should eat only proper food. Otherwise, you will not see the expected effect.

7. You can only introduce somatotropin during cutting if you use a course model of taking AAS, but for at least three months. This is for those who are not particularly wealthy and cannot afford regular injections. During bulking, it’s probably not worth it. But it’s not forbidden either. Again, the duration should be a minimum of 12 weeks. Overall, growth hormone thrives on a constant injection basis. My personal opinion: for a couple of months a year – just for injury prevention and general rejuvenation. In this case, doses of 3-4 IU per day are more than enough.

8. As of today, I personally trust only two manufacturers. These are Jintropin and Ansomone. The situation with Dinotrop is not entirely clear, but if you trust the honesty of the person you are buying from – you can take it. Naturally, pharmacy and Europe-certified Saizen, Norditropin, and Genotropin are the benchmarks of quality. But getting them now is no easier than flying into orbit. Just in case, know about them. Various underground products like Kitropin, Nordika, and Blue Tops are at your own risk. Personally, I would avoid them by a kilometer.

And finally. The likelihood of achieving expected results with minimal health risks significantly increases if you consult with someone who understands this process. In this case, attempts to do without consultation are fraught with spending a considerable amount of money completely without benefit for yourself. So feel free to message me personally.