1. Muscle Growth & Hypertrophy
•IGF-1 stimulates satellite cell activation and muscle fiber repair
•Promotes hyperplasia (increase in number of muscle cells), not just hypertrophy
•Works synergistically with growth hormone (GH) for faster gains
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2. Fat Loss
•Encourages the body to use fat as fuel while preserving muscle
•Helps maintain lean mass in a calorie deficit
•May improve insulin sensitivity, depending on dose and delivery method
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3. Accelerated Recovery
•Speeds up tissue regeneration: muscles, tendons, ligaments
•Useful for post-injury healing or high-volume training
•Often paired with peptides like TB500 or BPC-157
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4. Anti-Aging & Longevity
•IGF-1 plays a key role in cell regeneration and turnover
•Supports bone density, skin elasticity, and cognitive function
•But high levels chronically can accelerate aging, so timing/dosing matters
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5. Improved Performance & Endurance
•Increases red blood cell production
•Enhances VO2 max and muscular endurance
•May boost neuromuscular efficiency