HGH dosage recommendations | Community Forum

rusty_dark10.02RPOriginal post

1mo ago

I have a question for everyone here, as I often take the insights shared and learn from them. What HGH dosage do you suggest or consider to be the ideal amount? I understand that each person's body is unique, and there isn't a universal correct answer. I'm planning to start incorporating HGH into my routine soon, aiming for 2iu daily as a starting point. Is this a reasonable place to begin since I'm about to start gaining weight after finishing my cut? (Yes, I cut during winter because I have a beach trip coming up, and I want to look good!) Thanks for any input.

8 replies

hammers41.3RP

1mo ago

For first timers, start with 1iu and then increase by.5 every 10-14 days.

rusty_dark10.02RP

1mo ago

Thanks! Just to track how it impacts me, and blood levels? I'll be doing blood tests along the way like I do for all my cycles.

hammers41.3RP

1mo ago

Sounds good, buddy! Let us know how it turns out.

coaststatic7810.14RP

1mo ago

Have you had your baseline IGF-1 checked? I was advised to do that, and I got tested two weeks ago. I’m starting my first GH cycle as well, aiming for 2iu daily from Monday, eventually working up to 4iu. Keep us updated!

lucky_south19.26RP

1mo ago

Get your blood tested first... IGF-1? Science matters first.

northnorth7017.36RP

1mo ago

It really depends on your objectives. Using 3iu can help you stay leaner while bulking. However, I’d suggest going up to 5-6ius during your cycle if you want to see some added size from the GH, then dropping back to around 3 when off-cycle. Start with 1iu and increase by 1iu every two weeks. When I first tried GH a while back, I think I began at 2, but I probably didn’t stick to it for long because I was eager and ended up with my feet swelling so much that my shoes didn’t fit, haha. It took about 10 days for the water retention to go away, so take it easy.

loudbear4.34RP

1mo ago

I usually suggest starting at 2IU for men, then increasing by 1IU every 2-4 weeks until you encounter side effects, which will indicate your limit. When cutting, I wouldn’t recommend going over 4-5IU. Incorporating Taurine (up to 10g, depending on your needs), maintaining a clean diet, and staying hydrated should help control water retention.

river_protein3.44RP

1mo ago

For someone starting out, beginning with 2 IU daily sounds like a good choice. It really depends on how your body responds, so make sure to monitor any changes. I’ve noticed that starting off lower and gradually increasing helps me avoid any strange side effects while still making good progress. Once you settle into your routine, you might want to try adjusting based on your feelings. Are you thinking of adding any other substances during your bulking phase?:))