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http://www.elitefitness.com/b2/healthrx/HMG-Human-Menopausal-Gonada.jpgIn today's EliteFitness.com News, we'll examine how HMG aka Human Menopausal Gonadotropin differs from HCG and why it may be a better alternative to this mainstay of post cycle therapy.
Post Cycle Therapy or PCT for short is a must after you have finished a steroid cycle. If you want to keep the strength and muscle gains you worked so hard for when you were on the juice, you need to help return your own body's hormonal levels back to normal - or all you hard work will be wasted. Many great PCT protocols have been outlined over the years, and many individuals have had success following them. Nevertheless, what works can always work better.
A couple months ago, we profiled HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) in an article titled, "HCG - Human Chorionic Gonadotropin Use After Anabolic Steroid Cycles for Bodybuilding" this article discussed how HCG is one of the most effective ways to recover from an anabolic steroid cycle. The article addressed the misunderstanding and misuse of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) and shows you the most efficient way to use hCG for the fastest and most complete recovery.
Today, we'll look at how HMG aka Human Menopausal Gonadotropin differs from HCG and why it may be a better alternative to this mainstay of post cycle therapy.
Here's some links to discuss HMG and HCG on the EliteFitness.com Forums:
For years, bodybuilders used HCG to kick-start their HPTA after a cycle. There’s still a lot of debate as to how it should be used, but for simplicities sake it’s fair to say it should be administered once the testes show sign of atrophy. This makes sense since, contrary to popular belief, HCG (and HMG) do not “cure” or “recover” anything. They do not return testosterone levels permanently and they do not assure that production will return to normal. They simply give a temporary boost that can be extremely helpful when one’s hormonal system is suppressed and attempted to return to normal. It’s a little bit of a “head start” on recovery, but at some point, the body must produce hormones all on its own – otherwise, it really isn’t recovery, its just substituting one drug for another. This is why supplementation is also recommended at this time.
Now that we’re established exactly how these drugs work, let’s examine the differences.
The most significant disparity is in the fact that HCG mimics LH (luetinized hormone). It gives the body a false signal that LH is present and everything else responds accordingly. HMG actually elevates natural LH. Now to some, there’s little difference, but it’s always better when the body reacts in the most natural manner. There’s also less of a chance of building up a tolerance when this occurs. And in the case of HCG, tolerance is developed pretty quickly. You see, Mother Nature is pretty sharp. You can fool her a few times but after a while, she catches on and refuses to cooperate. That’s why excessive HCG use is not recommend. Use too much, too often, and it won’t work at all.
Exactly how much LESS suppressive HMG is appears to still remain speculative. But it’s a good guess that it’s less so.
There’s another, still empirical, opinion that HMG causes less of an estrogen spike. The use of HMG for bodybuilding purposes is so new there’s no way of proving this one-way or the other. Yet. But again, it stands to reason this is so.
One absolute difference between the two compounds is the fact that HMG raises FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) and HCG does not. Again, this is due to the fact that HCG works synthetically and HMG stimulates the entire feedback loop. This is especially appealing since an increase in FSH means higher sperm count and ejaculate volume.
Dosage:
Although HMG is relatively new to the steroid community there are already misconceptions surrounding its use. People fail to realize that recommended dosages in the enclosed literature are for the original purpose of drug – that of a fertility stimulant in women. For men’s purposes, a much lower dose is needed. A single shot of 75 i.u.’s may be all that’s necessary. You can even try spitting that up into two half shots over two days. Using more, will not “do more.” It will not elevate T higher, or give you bigger balls so don’t even think about it.
Availability:
HMG is quickly becoming more available in generic form. As of this writing, there are no UG labs manufacturing it. (But that may change soon).
Anecdotal feedback on HMG has been very positive. It seems to work at least as well as HCG and most users feel it’s superior. Until more is known (and prices hopefully come down) it may be best to alternate between HCG and HMG. This may also have an additional benefit of lessening the desensitizing effects of HCG.
As mentioned, any LH stimulation is temporary so while you’re recovering it’s best to have every advantage. Supplements such as UNLEASHED and POST CYCLE can make the most of natural hormone production and get you on the road to recovery faster.
HMG and HCG may be related but it looks like HMG is the bigger, badder brother. The only way of knowing if it works for you is to give it a try.
http://www.elitefitness.com/b2/healthrx/HMG-Human-Menopausal-Gonada.jpgIn today's EliteFitness.com News, we'll examine how HMG aka Human Menopausal Gonadotropin differs from HCG and why it may be a better alternative to this mainstay of post cycle therapy.
Post Cycle Therapy or PCT for short is a must after you have finished a steroid cycle. If you want to keep the strength and muscle gains you worked so hard for when you were on the juice, you need to help return your own body's hormonal levels back to normal - or all you hard work will be wasted. Many great PCT protocols have been outlined over the years, and many individuals have had success following them. Nevertheless, what works can always work better.
A couple months ago, we profiled HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) in an article titled, "HCG - Human Chorionic Gonadotropin Use After Anabolic Steroid Cycles for Bodybuilding" this article discussed how HCG is one of the most effective ways to recover from an anabolic steroid cycle. The article addressed the misunderstanding and misuse of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) and shows you the most efficient way to use hCG for the fastest and most complete recovery.
Today, we'll look at how HMG aka Human Menopausal Gonadotropin differs from HCG and why it may be a better alternative to this mainstay of post cycle therapy.
Here's some links to discuss HMG and HCG on the EliteFitness.com Forums:
For years, bodybuilders used HCG to kick-start their HPTA after a cycle. There’s still a lot of debate as to how it should be used, but for simplicities sake it’s fair to say it should be administered once the testes show sign of atrophy. This makes sense since, contrary to popular belief, HCG (and HMG) do not “cure” or “recover” anything. They do not return testosterone levels permanently and they do not assure that production will return to normal. They simply give a temporary boost that can be extremely helpful when one’s hormonal system is suppressed and attempted to return to normal. It’s a little bit of a “head start” on recovery, but at some point, the body must produce hormones all on its own – otherwise, it really isn’t recovery, its just substituting one drug for another. This is why supplementation is also recommended at this time.
Now that we’re established exactly how these drugs work, let’s examine the differences.
The most significant disparity is in the fact that HCG mimics LH (luetinized hormone). It gives the body a false signal that LH is present and everything else responds accordingly. HMG actually elevates natural LH. Now to some, there’s little difference, but it’s always better when the body reacts in the most natural manner. There’s also less of a chance of building up a tolerance when this occurs. And in the case of HCG, tolerance is developed pretty quickly. You see, Mother Nature is pretty sharp. You can fool her a few times but after a while, she catches on and refuses to cooperate. That’s why excessive HCG use is not recommend. Use too much, too often, and it won’t work at all.
Exactly how much LESS suppressive HMG is appears to still remain speculative. But it’s a good guess that it’s less so.
There’s another, still empirical, opinion that HMG causes less of an estrogen spike. The use of HMG for bodybuilding purposes is so new there’s no way of proving this one-way or the other. Yet. But again, it stands to reason this is so.
One absolute difference between the two compounds is the fact that HMG raises FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) and HCG does not. Again, this is due to the fact that HCG works synthetically and HMG stimulates the entire feedback loop. This is especially appealing since an increase in FSH means higher sperm count and ejaculate volume.
Dosage:
Although HMG is relatively new to the steroid community there are already misconceptions surrounding its use. People fail to realize that recommended dosages in the enclosed literature are for the original purpose of drug – that of a fertility stimulant in women. For men’s purposes, a much lower dose is needed. A single shot of 75 i.u.’s may be all that’s necessary. You can even try spitting that up into two half shots over two days. Using more, will not “do more.” It will not elevate T higher, or give you bigger balls so don’t even think about it.
Availability:
HMG is quickly becoming more available in generic form. As of this writing, there are no UG labs manufacturing it. (But that may change soon).
Anecdotal feedback on HMG has been very positive. It seems to work at least as well as HCG and most users feel it’s superior. Until more is known (and prices hopefully come down) it may be best to alternate between HCG and HMG. This may also have an additional benefit of lessening the desensitizing effects of HCG.
As mentioned, any LH stimulation is temporary so while you’re recovering it’s best to have every advantage. Supplements such as UNLEASHED and POST CYCLE can make the most of natural hormone production and get you on the road to recovery faster.
HMG and HCG may be related but it looks like HMG is the bigger, badder brother. The only way of knowing if it works for you is to give it a try.
