In the past couple of years, SARMs have taken the fitness industry by storm and people of all ages are jumping to put them to the test. Revolutionized as the “new type” of steroids, SARMs are compounds that are designed to help the body pack on muscle mass, with ease & efficiency. Before trying SARMs, make sure you read this article and our other articles discussing what to do before starting your first SARM cycle and other anabolics.
SARMs (selective androgen receptor modulators) are steroid-like substances that help increase muscle gain & performance, in and out of the gym, without the excessive androgenic effects that anabolic steroids tend to cause. They are also substantially more selective when placed in comparison with anabolic steroids, meaning that they can be more direct & purposeful (at times). There isn’t much long term research done on SARMs due to the fact that they haven’t been in long term usage. However in the short term, we do know that they WILL help you pack on size. Classified as a product that’s intended for scientific research & testing, SARMs are easily & legally purchasable online from many different distributors, such as ourselves — Alpha Pharm Canada. Despite SARMs being effective in building muscle & other athletic uses, they are in fact not approved by the FDA and they have been connected with causing various health concerns. Now that we know a little bit about what SARMs are, let’s briefly dive into some of the most significant pros and cons…
Positive Effects
- Increased strength gains
- Increased muscle mass
- Increased endurance & muscle recovery
- Improved conditioning/reduce body fat
- Boosted metabolism
- Loss of excessive water retention/bloating
SARMs provide many benefits and they are exactly what users are looking for. Some of the most popular & quality SARMs are RAD-140, MK-2866, and MK-677. A good thing to note about SARMs that some people may not be aware of, is that the muscle & strength gains you make while on a SARM cycle will generally stay on your frame for the most part, as long as your training maintains intensity & volume.
Negative Effects
- Possible post-cycle testosterone reduction
- Possible various health concerns
- Gynecomastia
- Others listed in article below
There are several negative effects that have been discovered from the short-term popularity of SARM products. This is why it is important to cycle your anabolics/SARMs properly so that negative effects on the body post-cycle can be minimized. Some health concerns include “potential to increase the risk of heart attack or stroke and life threatening reactions like liver damage,” stated Donald D. Ashley, J.D., director of the Office of Compliance in the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research in this article by the FDA. For more on potential negative side effects, check out this article by Men’s Health that discusses the topic more in-depth.
Overall, SARMs are a great product that can help you gain muscle in the right places and drop unwanted body fat, so that in less than two months, you can look like an animal. Our Alpha Pharm Team provides you with this article to ensure you get the most out of your SARMs usage and do it the safe way. For further questions, contact us and we would be glad to help you with your next cycle.
