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GH Optimization Stack

Maximize endogenous GH pulses for body composition and recovery.

Goal:Body Composition & Anti-Aging
Duration:12–24 weeks
Cost:$110–$130/month
CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin
IGF-1 LR3

2 peptides in this stack

$110–$130/month / month

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Stack Overview

The CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin stack is the most commonly used starting protocol for growth hormone optimization. CJC-1295 primes the pituitary and amplifies GH pulse amplitude while Ipamorelin triggers selective GH release — together producing a 3–5× baseline GH pulse that closely mimics a healthy 25-year-old's secretion pattern.

Adding IGF-1 LR3 during active training phases takes this to another level by directly signaling muscle cell proliferation and hypertrophy downstream of GH — activating both GH-dependent recovery and direct anabolic pathways simultaneously.

Peptides in This Stack

CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin
Growth Hormone

CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin

Ipamorelin + CJC-1295 is the most popular GH secretagogue combination. Ipamorelin triggers GH pulses while CJC-1295 amplifies and extends them for superior muscle growth and fat loss.

Dose

200mcg each

Timing

Before sleep (fasted), optional second dose pre-workout

Notes

Mix both peptides in same syringe — identical injection site

IGF-1 LR3
Growth Hormone

IGF-1 LR3

IGF-1 LR3 is a modified form of Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 with 13× longer half-life. It directly signals muscle cell proliferation and hypertrophy — the downstream anabolic effector of GH.

Dose

40–60mcg

Timing

Post-workout (4–6 week cycles only)

Notes

Add during active training phases — cycle 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off

Daily Schedule

Protocol Schedule

Daily (Year-Round):
• Before sleep: CJC-1295 200mcg + Ipamorelin 200mcg (fasted, 2+ hrs after last meal)
• Optional: Second injection 30 min before morning training

Training Phase Add-On (4–6 week cycles):
• Post-workout: IGF-1 LR3 40–60mcg within 30 min of training
• Rest weeks: Skip IGF-1 LR3, continue CJC/Ipamorelin

Expected Results

1

Dramatically improved deep sleep quality within 1–2 weeks

2

Noticeable increases in recovery speed and reduced DOMS by week 3–4

3

Visible body composition improvements (fat loss + muscle) by week 8–12

4

Enhanced anabolic response to training when IGF-1 LR3 cycles are active

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