In this episode of the Self-Selecting Podcast, I’m breaking down everything you’ve ever wanted to know about growth hormone (GH) — from myths and overhype to real-world applications, dosing, timing, stacking with other PEDs, and managing side effects. Whether you’re here for fat loss, muscle growth, recovery, or anti-aging, I cover the science, the risks, the real benefits, and practical use cases for both men and women.
I dive into lab testing, IGF-1 levels, insulin sensitivity, cycling vs. year-round use, and how GH compares to peptides. I also share my personal experience as both an athlete and a coach, plus insights from working with hundreds of clients.
By the end, you’ll have the knowledge to make informed decisions about GH — not based on hype, but on realistic expectations, science, and practical application.
Timestamps:
- [00:00 – 02:15] - Welcome & episode overview.
- [02:15 – 06:13] - Does growth hormone really build muscle or is it overhyped?
- [06:13 – 09:44] - Can you run GH alone and still get results?
- [09:44 – 11:22] - GH deficiency myths — Why low IGF-1 in hard dieting phases isn’t always a true deficiency.
- [11:22 – 13:56] - Best GH dosing for men & women.
- [13:56 – 17:06] - Is GH worth it for fat loss?
- [17:06 – 18:37] - Best time to take GH — Night vs. morning injections for muscle recovery and fat loss.
- [18:37 – 20:21] - Stacking GH with other PEDs — Synergy with anabolic steroids, TRT, and fat loss agents.
- [20:21 – 21:50] - How to know if your GH is real.
- [21:50 – 24:46] - GH & insulin sensitivity — Avoiding desensitization and monitoring blood glucose.
- [24:46 – 26:15] - GH vs. peptides & MK-677.
- [26:15 – 28:47] - Ideal IGF-1 levels on GH.
- [28:47 – 30:38] - Cycling vs. year-round GH use — Managing metabolic fatigue and side effects.
- [30:38 – 32:40] - Women’s GH protocols — Dosing differences, estrogen impact, and birth control considerations.
- [32:40 – 34:11] - GH for off-season vs. contest prep.
- [34:11 – 35:44] - Subcutaneous vs. intramuscular injections — Timing, absorption, and real-world preferences.
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