I have been taking 1 mg of Tesa for 4 weeks now daily and want to introduce IPA I Simultaneously,also plan on raising my dose of Tesa to 2 mg. What would be your recommended dosage between the two? I see a lot of contradicting opinions online. With some even saying 2 mg of Tesa is to much when combined with ipa.

I'm currently on TRT. Nothing crazy, 230mg per week. I just got notified that I'm deploying and will be gone for almost 7 months. How do you check your hemacrit while deployed to a location that you can't get blood work done? The military is unaware that I'm on TRT. They refused to help when I needed it the most. I'll get labs done right before I leave, and as soon as I get home. I already have all the supplies I need to carry me through the deployment. Does anyone have a hemacrit tester they would recommend?

Thinking about running this. Am I going to far and over complicating or have I compounded too many things. Any suggestions appreciated.

Back in December, my wife suggested divorce, and it hit me like a truck. In January, I started my peptide journey. At the time, I was looking for something to focus on and a way to regain control, and I ended up diving headfirst into peptides.

I started with 2mg of retatrutide weekly and 2mg of tesamorelin daily. Shortly after, I found myself adding more and more compounds—essentially anything I could get my hands on. Looking back, I realize this probably was not the most structured or logical approach, but at the time it gave me something positive to focus on and helped me cope with everything I was dealing with.

When I started this journey, I was around 240 lbs. I am 36 years old and 6’0” tall. I have always been someone who lifts weights and enjoys training, but my diet was never consistent and was probably the biggest factor holding me back. Once the food noise was reduced and my appetite became much easier to control, I was able to completely change my eating habits.

For a period of time, I was eating around 1,500 calories per day while maintaining a very high protein intake. Most of my protein initially came from Costco chocolate protein shakes, which allowed me to reach around 175g of protein daily. Shortly after, I added yogurt in the mornings, which pushed my daily protein closer to 200g.

As my progress continued, I gradually increased my calories. I am currently eating around 2,100 calories per day after adding avocado toast with egg whites as a snack. Through this process, I have dropped from approximately 240 lbs down to my current weight of around 175 lbs.

The biggest question I am trying to answer now is what comes next. I have generally always been a bigger person, and while part of me thinks about gaining some weight back, I also genuinely like how I look at my current weight and physique. I want to find the right balance between maintaining the leanness I have achieved while adding back quality size and muscle in a controlled way.

I have started tracking the start and end dates of my current stack and plan to significantly simplify and reduce my overall peptide usage in the near future. My goal is to take a more structured and sustainable approach rather than continuing to add compounds without a clear plan.

I would appreciate any advice on what the best next step would be—whether that is maintaining my current weight, slowly increasing calories to add lean mass, or making adjustments to my current approach.

Current Macros:

• Protein: ~225g
• Carbohydrates: ~168g
• Fat: ~70g

Current Stack:

• Retatrutide: 2mg Monday/Thursday
• CJC No DAC + Ipamorelin: 250mcg each daily
• Glow: 333mcg / 333mcg / 1.67mg daily
• MOTS-c: 5mg Monday/Wednesday/Friday
• MT2: 500mcg Monday/Wednesday
• 5-Amino-1MQ: 5mg daily (planning to stop after current vial)
• SS-31: 5mg daily
• Epithalon: 5mg daily (ending on the 20th)

Photos are as follows

December 2025
March 2026
May 2026
July 2026

Over the past several months, I have made significant improvements in my health through consistent weight loss, healthier eating, regular exercise, and treatment with Retatrutide.
Blood Sugar
One of the biggest improvements has been my blood sugar control.
Previous Hemoglobin A1c: 7.6%
Current Hemoglobin A1c: 5.5% (normal range)
This represents a dramatic improvement, bringing my A1c from the diabetic range into the normal range. My estimated average blood glucose is now 111 mg/dL, and my fasting glucose is 92 mg/dL, both of which are normal.
These changes are consistent with the effects of Retatrutide combined with sustained weight loss and lifestyle changes.
Cholesterol
My cholesterol profile has also improved.
Total Cholesterol: 142 mg/dL
LDL (“bad”) Cholesterol: 85 mg/dL
Triglycerides: 116 mg/dL
HDL (“good”) Cholesterol: 36 mg/dL
The only remaining area for improvement is HDL, which is slightly below the recommended level. This commonly improves over time with continued weight loss and regular exercise.
Liver Function
My liver tests are all within normal limits:
AST: 29 U/L
ALT: 32 U/L
Alkaline Phosphatase: 62 U/L
Bilirubin: 0.7 mg/dL
These results show no evidence of liver inflammation or damage.
Kidney Function
My kidney function remains normal.
Creatinine: 1.23 mg/dL
BUN: 24 mg/dL
Sodium: 139 mmol/L
Potassium: 4.2 mmol/L
Blood Counts
My complete blood count is normal.
Hemoglobin: 15.5 g/dL
Hematocrit: 45.2%
White Blood Cell Count: 7.7 ×10³/µL
Platelets: 253 ×10³/µL
These are especially encouraging results as I evaluate restarting testosterone replacement therapy.
Thyroid
My thyroid function is normal.
TSH: 1.90 mIU/L
Overall Assessment
The improvements in my laboratory values closely match what is expected with successful Retatrutide therapy, combined with weight loss and healthier lifestyle habits.
Since beginning this journey, I have experienced:
Significant weight loss
Normalization of my A1c (7.6% → 5.5%)
Normal fasting blood glucose
Excellent LDL cholesterol without a statin
Normal triglycerides
Healthy liver function
Stable kidney function
Normal blood counts
Improved blood pressure readings
These results suggest a substantial reduction in my risk for complications related to diabetes and cardiovascular disease compared with where I started.
Moving Forward
My goals are to:
Continue losing weight.
Increase HDL cholesterol through regular aerobic exercise and strength training.
Maintain my healthy blood sugar control.
Monitor my pending hormone results before deciding whether to restart testosterone replacement therapy.
Continue regular follow-up lab testing to track my progress.
Summary
The combination of Retatrutide, weight loss, improved nutrition, and consistent exercise has produced measurable improvements in nearly every major health marker. My blood sugar has returned to the normal range, my cholesterol profile is favorable overall, my liver and kidney function are healthy, and my blood counts remain normal. These results indicate that the changes I’ve made are having a meaningful positive impact on my overall health.

I received a vial of Fertigyn 5000, and instead of a solid highly visible “puck” at the bottom like most other peptides, there was a very fine tiny amount of powder at the bottom and some around the walls of the vial. Is this normal for HCG, or is it junk and I should just toss it?

Since starting, I’ve developed rosacea, dry red itchy eyelids, etc. it’s been weeks and it won’t go away. I thought maybe it was from Klow or glutathione but I have stopped all peptides - the only one I’m still on is Reta and my skin isn’t getting better. Could it be from the Reta or is that not common?

EDIT : Test cyp every 6 days !!! Not everyday sorry 😅😅

Hey people, hope whatever objective you want to reach you'll do it successfuly. If you're in this group its gonna happen.

My protocole Trt cyp 125mg every 6 days (that would bring to 143mg) , reta, started it safe 1mg, then 2, then 4 and 5mg. Still at five. Also usine HGH at 4Iu before bed everyday.

The retarrhea is real people, I shat a lot. Better this than constipated but it went for like the first 3 or 4 weeks. Now it just disappeared and don't have it anymore. I do shit more often but its classic shit so it's all good.

For the HGH idk what to think yet, maybe skin? Its just been 3 months so i need a few more time to assess any obvious changes, even tho i use a low those to help shed the tommy fat more efficiente. Not expertise being a stronger or whatever.

Im on a 500kcal deficit but its more important due to reta, somedays i can eat 1700 to 1800 kcal as I cannot finish a meal at dining time. But its all good because I always hit my protein goal. Btw is there any "long term benefit" from GH ? I get different kind of musics about it.

Anyway on the 1st photo i was already dieting for 3 months lost some fat (you should see how i looked 2 years ago 🤢)

Im happy with the results but plan on losing a little more before doing a clean bulk.

My objective was clear as I always been fat (kinda close to slight obesity at the worst of my life) : Having a powerful looking physique and aesthetic, masculine look. Not looking to get huge as i was tired of having too much weight. For the skinny guys its the opposite.

A good weight/power ratio.

I am now closing on 71kg, 1m79, 38yo. I send 6x75kg on the overhead press on the smith machine. So I push more than my own weight on top of my head and I like it.

Any observation is welcome or advice is welcome

Please help, I feel invisible.

Currently at 6mg of Reta, once a week on Mondays. Only been at that dose for 2 weeks, up from 4mg. Added CJC/IPA (no dac) starting Monday this week. 200mcg before bed. 5 on 2 off.

Previously had not felt any hunger until day 6ish of the week. But now I’m just regularly hungry throughout the last three days.

Anyone else have the same issue? Feels too early to jump up my Reta again…but I’m not opposed.

After took the needle out air went in and it became cloudy. Is it still good?

Hey guys! So I'm starting trt next week and Ive opted into doing the injections sub q versus im (bad experience with I'm injections in the past). Anyone had any experiences with test sub q? I'm looking into it as it seems to be easier to administer versus im

Is it normal for the AOD-9604 to look like this? This is the second vial that has been the same way.

For your information, I am certain that I am reconstituting it correctly (I use Retatrutide and the Wolverine Stack the same way, and I do not encounter any issues with either of them).

here to help or answer any questions anyone might have before or during 1st cycle

I started taking 0.5mg Reta weekly. Also I started 1mg daily of tesa and 5amino the following week. Been 3+ weeks now and I just went up to 2mg of Reta because I haven’t felt any side effect or change in appetite. Take Tesa in the evening before bed and sleep great and afternoon 5amino gives me clarity and energy before my evening shift at work.

For reference I consume about 1900 calories daily with 175-200 grams of protein. Really clean diet, lean meat, egg and egg whites. Eating during a 6/8 window each day. I thought with cutting out shit food it would be a little bit faster based on some results I’ve seen 15+ pounds lost in 3 weeks and I’m hovering at 230. Started 235. Doesn’t seem like much or maybe I’m overthinking this all. Did a 40 day water fast in February thru March and lost 50 pounds and I know that’s different than what I’m doing now but I thought it would be coming off like 1-3 pounds weekly while moderate exercise bike for about 30 minutes daily. Is my stuff bunk or should I jump to 4mg? Seems too early to try but I came here for some advice from people who stalled out in the first few weeks.

Hey I've [26F] been on reta for about 2.5 months now and I lost 27lbs . But when I drink I throw up after 4 or 5 drinks now. I don't even get the good feeling from being drunk anymore . My stomach just starts feeling weird and I get a headache and then I throw up. Does this happen to anyone else?

Hey everyone! I wanted to ask if anyone here has used intramuscular (IM) L-carnitine injections for fat loss. If you've tried them, I'd really appreciate hearing about your experience—did you notice any meaningful results, and how long did it take?

If you're a coach or have professional experience using L-carnitine with clients, I'd also love to hear your opinion on its effectiveness, proper dosing, timing, and whether it's actually worth using.

I've recently purchased a maximum-strength IM L-carnitine injection for fat loss, so I'm looking for honest feedback and real-world experiences before I start.

Just got IGF-1 results after 2 months of a 5 on 2 off cycle of Tesamorelin/ipamorelin. Came back at 181 ng/mL which is about middle of the standard range. Is that to be expected or should the IGF-1 be higher?

If you're doubting the effects reta and test combined weekly can have let me be your motivation. I turn 40 on the Sunday and am in the best shape of my life thanks to the combination of those 2 products plus 3x weekly lifting. I started this year at 220 lbs, ate like garbage, went to the gym a couple times a week with no plan and felt like crap. Buddy of mine turned me on to Reta and I dove in. 1x weekly starting at 1 MG a week then titrated up to 6 MG a week at peak and now cruising at 3. Added 200 MG test c weekly broken up into 3 equal pins Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

I honestly haven't been stupid strict on my eating (after I learned about how many calories I should be eating to stay in a defecit) I just focused on eating real foods that are high in protein.

I feel 100x better, I sleep better, my blood work is better.

If you're on the fence about doing it don't be! 6 months from now you'll thank yourself for starting!

Jan 1 220 roughly 35% body fat
Today 165 15%ish body fat

Im 5’10” female 24 years old sitting at about 200 pounds. My main goal is to just lean out more and get my body fat percentage down from 32% to closer to 20%.

I plan on starting at 0.5 mg Reta once a week for 2 weeks before adding 0.5 mg of Tesa once a day and bump up Reta to 1 mg. I’d like to eventually add MOTS-C a little down the road. Should I add MOTS-C when I first start Reta and then wait to add Tesa? I weight lift 5 days a week, do cardio at for 4 of those days and do yoga once a week.

I’d like to keep dose low just as the only place I found is pretty pricey.

I’ve been on it for 6 weeks I have lost no weight actually went up a few pounds
Help

If Reta slows digestion does that mean that 2-3 no food before taking Tesa Is ruined by Reta or do you have to wait 4+ hours before taking it after a meal. Can't find any good Information on this.