mainly used Retatrutide to evaluate its effect on metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and nutrient partitioning, not just for appetite suppression or rapid fat loss.
How did you use this product?
Started at a low dose and gradually titrated up.
Increased progressively to 5 mg per week, which proved fully sufficient.
Used once weekly injection.
Total duration of use
12 weeks
Did you stack it with other compounds?
Yes, 150 mg Testosterone Enanthate per week
What changes did you notice while using this product?
Improved appetite regulation without extreme suppression.
More stable blood sugar levels.
Less post-meal sluggishness.
Body composition improved despite eating around maintenance.
Fat slightly reduced, especially in stubborn areas (hips, legs), while muscle fullness remained stable.
Overall feeling of improved metabolic efficiency.
How soon did you start noticing effects?
Appetite control started within the first 1–2 weeks. Visible fat loss became noticeable after 3-4 weeks
How did the results compare to your expectations?
It feels more like a metabolic optimization tool rather than just a fat loss drug.
Did you experience any side effects or negative changes?
Only Slight stomach discomfort
Injection pain / discomfort (if applicable)
Nothing
Overall tolerance
Very good.
Gradual dose increase helped avoid stronger side effects.
5 mg/week was fully sufficient and well tolerated.
Would you use this product again? Why or why not?
Yes. It significantly improves adherence to diet and helps target stubborn fat areas.
Would you recommend this product to others?
Yes, especially for cutting phases when appetite control is the main challenge.
I wanted to test IGF-1 LR3 primarily for recovery, muscle fullness, and potential recomposition benefits while running only TRT (150 mg/week).
The goal was to see whether it would provide noticeable anabolic or nutrient partitioning effects without increasing androgen load.
How did you use this product?
Started at 20 mcg daily.
Increased to 40 mcg daily.
Later reduced back to 20 mcg before discontinuing.
Used consistently, injected daily.
Total duration of use
Several weeks (enough to assess response at both 20 mcg and 40 mcg).
Did you stack it with other compounds?
Yes.
TRT: 150 mg Testosterone Enanthate per week
Retatrutide (temporarily paused to better evaluate IGF effects)
No additional anabolic compounds were used during the evaluation period.
What changes did you notice while using this product?
Early on, I noticed Slightly improved pumps
Mild increase in muscle fullness
Recovery may have improved slightly, but nothing dramatic.
At maintenance calories, I did not observe significant recomposition effects. No noticeable increase in strength beyond normal training progression.
At 40 mcg, effects did not scale proportionally compared to 20 mcg.
How soon did you start noticing effects?
Minor pump and fullness changes within the first 1–2 weeks. No major visual or performance changes beyond that.
How did the results compare to your expectations?
Results were underwhelming compared to expectations. I expected stronger recomposition or recovery effects, especially at 40 mcg. In practice, the benefits felt mild and not transformative
Did you experience any side effects or negative changes?
Yes.
Episodes of lethargy
Occasional mild hypoglycemia-like feelings
Slight brain fog at higher dose
Nothing severe, but enough to question cost-benefit ratio.
Injection pain / discomfort (if applicable)
Little rednes on injection site
Overall tolerance
Moderate.
While tolerable, the subjective side effects combined with limited upside led me to discontinue use.
Would you use this product again? Why or why not?
Unlikely. Given the cost, mild effects, and side effects experienced, it did not justify continued use in my situation.
Would you recommend this product to others?
Only to advanced users who understand what they’re testing and are already optimized in training, nutrition, and hormonal base.
For most people, optimizing calories, sleep, insulin sensitivity, and androgens will likely give a far better return.
After years on TRT and multiple AAS cycles, I was fully suppressed and diagnosed with azoospermia (zero sperm count). My goal was to restore testicular function, increase intratesticular testosterone, and recover fertility.
HCG was used to directly stimulate the testes and reverse long-term suppression.
How did you use this product?
HCG was used at 500 IU, 2–3 times per week.
Total duration of use
In this case approximately 6 months, using it untill now as part of trt.
Did you stack it with other compounds?
Yes.
HCG was combined with:
Enclomiphene 25 mg daily
Targeted fertility supplementation (zinc, vitamin D3, CoQ10, L-carnitine, omega-3, NAC, selenium, etc.)
The goal was full HPTA recovery and sperm production restoration without using HMG.
What changes did you notice while using this product?
Within 2–3 weeks, testicular size and fullness started to return.
Energy and mood gradually improved. Libido improved by around week 6–8.
By month 3, ejaculate volume increased significantly.
By month 6, semen analysis confirmed the presence of sperm after previously confirmed azoospermia.
Final bloodwork after 6 months:
Total Testosterone: 19.4 nmol/L
LH: 5.2 IU/L
FSH: 4.8 IU/L
Fertility was restored enough to proceed with IVF using my own sperm.
How soon did you start noticing effects?
Testicular response and fullness within 2–3 weeks. Hormonal improvements within 4–8 weeks. Confirmed sperm recovery around month 6.
How did the results compare to your expectations?
They exceeded expectations. I was initially told I might need HMG or donor sperm. Recovering fertility without HMG was beyond what I realistically expected.
Did you experience any side effects or negative changes?
No significant side effects.
Some mild transient water retention early on, but no major estrogen-related issues. Regular monitoring helped keep everything stable.
Injection pain / discomfort (if applicable)
Minimal.
Subcutaneous injections were easy and well tolerated, with no significant injection site pain.
Overall tolerance
Very good.
Well tolerated over 6 months with steady improvement in testicular function and fertility markers.
Would you use this product again? Why or why not?
Yes in a fertility or recovery context
Would you recommend this product to others?
Yes, especially to men recovering from long-term TRT or anabolic steroid use who are trying to restore fertility.
It should be used strategically, with bloodwork monitoring and patience.
After several years on TRT and AAS cycles, my goal was to restart my natural testosterone production and support fertility. I specifically chose Enclomiphene to stimulate LH and FSH production, improve sperm parameters, and help restore the HPTA axis after suppression. Fertility and overall hormonal recovery were my main priorities.
How did you use this product?
I used Enclomiphene at 25 mg daily. The dosage stayed consistent throughout the protocol.
Total duration of use
Approximately 6 months in total.
Did you stack it with other compounds?
Yes, I stacked it with HCG as part of a structured fertility and recovery protocol. HCG was used to directly stimulate the testes, while Enclomiphene supported endogenous LH and FSH production for full HPTA
What changes did you notice while using this product?
The biggest change was the return of endogenous hormone production and fertility.
Within the first month I noticed improved mood and energy. Testicular size gradually returned to near normal.
By week 8, libido was clearly improving along with overall motivation and well-being.
Around month 3, ejaculate volume increased significantly (from ~3.5 ml to ~6 ml).
By month 6, semen analysis confirmed the presence of sperm after previously confirmed azoospermia. Ejaculate volume increased to ~8 ml.
Bloodwork also improved substantially:
Total Testosterone: from 5.2 nmol/L to 19.4 nmol/L
LH: from undetectable (<0.2 IU/L) to 5.2 IU/L
FSH: from undetectable (<0.2 IU/L) to 4.8 IU/L
For someone fully suppressed after long-term TRT and heavy AAS use, this was a complete recovery.
How soon did you start noticing effects?
First noticeable changes (energy, mood, testicular fullness) appeared within 2–4 weeks.
How did the results compare to your expectations?
They exceeded my expectations. I was diagnosed with azoospermia and was told I might need HMG or donor sperm. Recovering natural sperm production without HMG, using Enclomiphene + HCG and consistent lifestyle support, was beyond what I realistically expected.
Did you experience any side effects or negative changes?
No significant side effects.
Unlike traditional clomiphene, I did not experience mood swings, emotional instability, or visual disturbances. The product was very manageable throughout the protocol.
Injection pain / discomfort (if applicable)
Not applicable for Enclomiphene (oral compound).
Overall tolerance
Very good.
The compound was well tolerated long-term (6 months), with stable mood, improving labs, and no noticeable negative impact on daily life.
Would you use this product again? Why or why not?
Yes, I would use it again in a fertility or recovery context. It played a key role in restoring LH, FSH, testosterone levels, and ultimately sperm production after years of suppression
Would you recommend this product to others?
Yes, especially to men coming off long-term TRT or AAS who are trying to restore fertility.
It should be used with proper planning, bloodwork monitoring, and patience, but it can be a powerful tool for HPTA recovery.
Who is this product best suited for?
Men recovering from TRT or anabolic steroid suppression, particularly those aiming to restore fertility and endogenous hormone production.