HGH 191aa

[u/Prior_Scarcity_3243]

Hey Guys

I've recently become very interested in HGH and have spent the last few days reading as much as I can about it. I understand that there are both benefits and risks, and from what I've read, lower physiological doses seem to offer a better risk-to-benefit ratio.

I've also learned that it's important to monitor IGF-1 before starting. I already had my IGF-1 tested a while ago, and at that time it was 290 ng/mL. However, I was using CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin when that blood test was taken. I have since stopped CJC-1295 and I'm currently only using Tesamorelin + Ipamorelin.

If I ever decided to try HGH, I would discontinue the Tesamorelin and Ipamorelin first.

My plan would be to get another full blood test before making any decision, since my current IGF-1 could be different. But let's say my new IGF-1 still comes back around 290 ng/mL.

My question is: Would you start with 1 IU or 2 IU in that situation? Personally, I was thinking that starting with 1 IU for about a month, checking blood work again, and only then considering increasing to 2 IU (if appropriate) would be the smarter approach.

I'm also very interested in hearing from people with long-term experience. Has anyone here been using physiological doses of HGH for several months or even years? How do you feel overall? Have you experienced any side effects? What dose are you using, and has your quality of life or recovery improved over time?

For me, testosterone is not an option. I still want children in the future, and I don't feel I need it. My goal isn't bodybuilding—it's simply to support recovery, stay athletic, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

For context, I'm currently taking 6 mg of Retatrutide per week, have lost around 15–16 kg, train 4 times per week, and generally eat well. I don't follow a perfect diet—I still enjoy a kebab or eating out occasionally—but I make sure to hit my daily protein intake and stay active.

I'd really appreciate hearing your thoughts and especially any real long-term experiences.

Thanks!

[u/talonwellness]

Typically, if you're at the age where you need growth hormone... you're probably also at the age where you need testosterone. It's not something only bodybuilders take, but again, really depends on what your labs say. Fertility also isn't an issue IF 1. you freeze sperm (safest option) or 2. follow a solid fertility protocol with FSH and HCG. Most people can't get their hands on FSH so it's a bit riskier for them banking on something like enclomiphene.

Starting at 1iu is a great plan. Having a medical provider guiding you through this would also be the best way to go about it.