
Ostarine (MK-2866) SARM Guide
By Dr. Liam Griffin
Published on October 25, 2024
Muscle Growth
Fat Loss
SARM
Research
Ostarine is a mild but effective SARM used for preserving muscle during a fat-loss phase and for promoting lean, dry gains in muscle mass and strength.
Research Chemical with Safety Concerns
This compound is not approved for human use. Its development may have been halted due to safety concerns in animal studies. It should only be used in controlled research settings.
Ostarine (MK-2866) is one of the oldest and most well-researched SARMs. It is known for being milder than other SARMs like RAD-140 or LGD-4033, making it a popular choice for beginners or for use during cutting (fat loss) phases. Its primary benefit is its ability to preserve lean muscle mass while in a caloric deficit, which is a major challenge during dieting. It can also produce modest, high-quality ("dry") gains in muscle and strength. While it is less suppressive of natural testosterone than other SARMs, it is not without suppression, and at higher doses, it will still significantly lower natural testosterone levels. Its ability to help improve body composition by preserving muscle while losing fat can have a positive impact on metabolic health and therefore biological age. However, as with all compounds in this class, it remains an investigational drug with unknown long-term risks.
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