OSTARINE (MK2866)
Ostarine is one more drug in this group developed by GTx, Inc. Primarily, MK2866 was meant for the treatment of bone and muscle wasting diseases.
If you aren’t familiar with Ostarine, it’s often referred to as MK-2866, Ostamuscle or Enobosarm. The great thing about MK-2866 is that it’s considered to be one of the safest and mildest SARMs, mainly due to many positive users experiences and human studies.The clinical trials conducted on this SARM show it to be very effective for all the above-mentioned purposes.The results are so promising that GTx INC is introducing it to the bodybuilding community as an effective measure against muscle loss and wasting. Interest in MK-2866 grew to the point that tons of self-published literature was introduced to show its effects, usage and more.
This SARM increases the levels of proteins and nitrogens in the system, which are the main building blocks for musculature. Because it is a selective modulator, it targets the bone and muscle receptor cells. For that reason, it’s an excellent choice for developing and protecting muscle tissues without added water retention.
While cutting, athletes are usually at a calorie deficit. That means that they expend more calories than they intake. That can put hard earned muscle mass at risk. If you want to protect your muscles and metabolism, you can combine a high protein diet with Ostarine. This will result in fat loss, and will help in gaining lean muscle mass.
The recommended dosage is between 12 and 20 mg a day in a 4– 6-week cycle. It has a 24 hours half-life, so you can take it once a day. You should also do a mini-PCT after your cycle, as it causes a mild suppression.
For cutting, you can stack it with Andarine for better and quicker results.
OSTARINE BENEFITS
INCREASES MUSCLE MASS AND BOOSTS STRENGTH
Research is on-going to determine the effects of Ostarine on cancer patients and elderly persons that experience muscle loss and muscular dystrophy.
For instance, a clinical trial with MK-2866 was conducted with a healthy group of 120 elderly individuals who were given 3mg of Ostarine per day for 12 weeks.
At the end of the trial, the individuals experienced improved fitness and more lean muscle mass than before. The group that was given 3mg gained a total of 1.3kg lean body mass (2.8 lbs).
The most notable fact was that they also lost 0.6kg (0,3 lbs) fat mass whilst on Ostarine. So they gained muscle and lost fat.
At the end of the trial, the individual’s experienced improved fitness and more lean muscle mass than before. The group that was given 3mg gained a total of 1,3kg lean body mass (2.8 LBS).
It’s important to note here that no steroid-like side-effects or risks were observed, and MK-2866 only works when taken in the mentioned dosage, while lower doses don’t show the same effects.
In another clinical trial, 159 cancer patients were split into two groups, with one given 1mg of MK-2866 and another 3mg of MK-2866 per day for 4 months.
At the end of the trial period, both groups showed increased lean muscle mass without any adverse side effects.
In yet another study, rats that were given MK-2866 orally showed that the body easily assimilates and distributes this SARM. Results also showed that it’s quickly eliminated through detox pathways.
With that said, large-scale studies have yet to be conducted to show the effects on MK-2866 on cancer patients that are experiencing muscle loss.
HELPS WITH BONE HEALTH
It’s common to experience poor bone health as we age due to the deterioration of bone-protective sex hormones in the body.
This often leads to conditions like osteoporosis and other bone diseases. One way to fight such deterioration is to improve bone mineralization and increase muscle mass.
The later is even more important because muscle mass plays a huge role in strengthening the skeletal system and improving bone strength.
Ostarine has a whole host of benefits to offer including the prevention of bone diseases and promoting speedy recovery from bone fractures.
PROTECTS HEART HEALTH
A clinical study involving 120 healthy subjects of advanced age showed that Ostarine can help lower bad HDL cholesterol levels as well as blood fats like triglycerides.
These results were based on a daily dosage of 1 to 3mg per day which helped to maintain healthy lipid levels. This is crucial for the prevention of heart disease, and these results show us that Ostarine may be a good idea for heart disease sufferers who are dealing with muscle wasting.
INCREASES INSULIN RESISTANCE
Based on the same study mentioned above, Enobosarm can lower blood glucose and increase insulin resistance. These are the same effects that anti-diabetic drugs like metformin show. Additional research is required to prove the benefits of Enobosarm on metabolic syndrome and diabetes but the data is promising.
INJURY AND JOINT PROTECTION
Injuries are an unavoidable aspect of training and often happen as a result of using the wrong training methods, having an improper recovery routine, and/or overtraining.
That’s why it’s so important to keep the structure of the joints protected, and you can do this by strengthening the tendons and ligaments and maintaining proper form while lifting.
This will help you continue training hard and challenging yourself without running into unnecessary injuries.
Thanks to its bone-strengthening properties, MK-2866 has been used to heal osteoporosis and even prevent injuries.
The most beneficial dosage of Ostarine to take when treating injuries is 12.5 mg per day. Some researchers will also combine it with Ibutamoren (MK-677).
DOSAGeS OF MK-2866
There is no one size fits all approach when it comes to the usage of MK-2866.
The best Ostarine dosage seems to be anywhere from 20 to 30mg per day.
Of course, this Ostarine dosage is based on anecdotal experiences. Most users seem to take at least 20mg of Osta per day in order to achieve the best results.
At an Ostarine dosage of 20 to 30 milligram per day, you can expect to experience all the benefits previously mentioned. For cutting, a lot of people seem to take anywhere from 15 to 20mg per day. For bulking it’s usually around 30mg.
MK-2866 usually kicks in around the second week so make sure to keep that in mind.
MK-2668 has been compared to juicing because of its effectiveness at simultaneously increasing lean muscle mass, strength and fat burning. It’s a triple threat whose effects can be observed on daily dosages of 20 mg to 30 mg taken for 12 weeks.
Some bodybuilders prefer to use it on its own for purposes of body re-composition, while others like to stack SARMs.
This SARM has a half-life of 24 hours which means you only need to take one dose a day for best results.
It’s not uncommon to experience 7lbs of muscle gains on Ostarine, but it’s possible to do even better when you pair the SARM with a strict diet.
Benefits of usng mk-2866 whilst cutting
Research shows that taking just 1 to 2 mg of Ostarine for 12 weeks can increase lean muscle mass by 3 lbs. without maintaining a strict exercise or diet regime.
This shows that MK-2866 can increase lean muscle mass on its own without any dietary changes.
For the best results during the bulking phase, it’s recommended to take this SARM in dosages of 15mg to 25 mg per day for 4 to 6 weeks.
STACKING Ostarine
The Ostarine cycle should be based on your personal goals. From what I have seen, most Ostarine cycles seem to last anywhere from 8 to 12 weeks. You should not run this compound for more than 12 weeks because you will greatly increase the chance of suppression.
MK-2866 works great when used in conjunction with a strict dieting regime, as it helps increase muscle mass while promoting proper strength maintenance.
The best way to enhance fat loss and muscle mass is to cycle MK-2866 with another SARM like S4 during the cutting phase. But also works along well with RAD-140 or LGD for lean mass production and fat reduction.
This will help increase cardiovascular endurance in order to enhance results. To achieve this, it’s recommended to take daily dosages of 25-50mg of S4 and 25mg of MK-2866 together during the cutting phase.
MK-2866 SIDE EFFECTS
A commonly asked question is, does Ostarine have side effects? The answer is simple, you should not be experiencing any severe side effects from MK-2866. Infact there should be little to none at all.
That’s because it doesn’t have an estrogenic nature. No user or study has reported any health issues either like bloating, water retention, liver toxicity, prostate problems, high blood pressure or cardiovascular issues.
However, anecdotal evidence suggests that taking MK-2866 in high dosages for 8 to 12 weeks can lead to lowered testosterone levels. The good news is that this effect is only temporary and testosterone levels should get back to normal 3 to 4 weeks after stopping the intake of the SARM.
The only two common side effects caused by Ostarine in the clinical studies are headaches and back pain.
Some users also report experiencing lethargy which might be due to suppression. Most will recover just fine after a cycle of Ostarine.
When you take more than the recommended dosage of MK-2866 you can start to have side effects. This is why the maximum dosage of Ostarine is roughly 30mg a day. It is advised to stay within the dosage guidelines.
Keep in mind that MK-2866 is the mildest SARM. You should not get any negative effects from using it.
