Growth hormone (growth hormone) - what is it, properties and application in sports

Growth hormone is the most important hormone for the growth of the body, the production of which occurs in the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland. Its action is aimed at activating the insulin-like growth factor, which is responsible for the development of almost all tissues in the body.

Characteristic

Growth hormone is actively synthesized in children of the first year of life, in adolescence and causes linear growth of mainly tubular bones, thanks to which a person grows. But the growth of the bone also presupposes its overgrowth with muscle tissue, which is also facilitated by growth hormone.

This property of the hormone was very much liked by professional athletes, who began to use it to build muscle mass. In big sports, the use of the hormone is strictly prohibited by anti-doping rules, but those who want to get a lean body with elastic muscles actively take growth hormone, which belongs to anabolic substances (source in English - Harvard Medical School Publications).

Growth hormone is formed in the pituitary gland, and then in the liver is converted into an insulin-like growth factor, which is primarily of interest to us, since it is he who stimulates the growth of cells in the body.

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Who can use the hormone

Athletes can add a dose of growth hormone to their daily diet no earlier than 20 years. At a young age, the likelihood of uneven development of the elements of the musculoskeletal system increases.

Among people with diabetes, there are also those who cannot imagine their life without sports, but they can take growth hormone only after consulting their doctor. The fact is that growth hormone lowers the level of insulin in the blood. With positive dynamics, the doctor may allow the patient to increase the dose of insulin, but not more than by 3 units, in order to maintain its optimal concentration after inhibition by growth hormone. It is strictly forbidden to independently, without the permission of a doctor, adjust the dose of insulin intake for existing diseases.

Previously, experts believed that diabetes mellitus was incompatible with the intake of growth hormone. But today this statement has been refuted, since the beneficial effect of growth hormone on the regenerative processes in cells and the rejuvenation of the body has been confirmed. (source in English - Current opinion in endocrine and metabolic research). An important condition for its use is constant monitoring of glucose levels using a glucometer, as well as preliminary consultation with the attending physician.

The effect of growth hormone on the body

Course receptions of the hormone lead to the following changes in the body:

1. The metabolism is accelerated.
2. The protective properties of the body are increased by strengthening the immune system.
3. The rate of recovery of cellular damage is increased.
4. There is an intense burning of fatty deposits.
5. Stimulates the formation of proteins and the flow of amino acids into cells.
6. The growth of muscle tissue is enhanced.
7. The overall endurance of the body increases.
8. Cells are rejuvenated.
9. Muscles, bones, joints and cartilage are strengthened by additional activation of collagen and chondroitin sulfate.
10. The breakdown of muscle tissue is slowed down.
11. Blood glucose levels rise.
12. The wound healing effect is realized.

Some of these effects, somatotropin exerts itself directly, and the suppressive spectrum of actions is due to the insulin-like growth factor (source - Wikipedia).

Growth hormone has a unique property, it simultaneously affects the growth of connective tissues (muscles, ligaments, bones, etc.) and a decrease in the amount of fat in the body.

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Reception of somatotropin is effective when combined with steroid drugs, which, interacting with each other, lead to the creation of muscle relief, increasing the effectiveness of the result of drying the body.

Is growth hormone contained in foods

Growth hormone, of course, cannot be contained in foods, as it is a hormone. However, animal and plant proteins contribute to its production. Therefore, to increase the concentration of somatropin, you can eat meat, fish, dairy products, legumes.

© nata_vkusidey - stock.adobe.com. Fish promotes the production of growth hormone, including tuna.

It is also worth noting that everything that is good for the body contributes to an increase in the level of growth hormone. For example, if dopamine is produced, i.e. hormone of joy, then the level of growth hormone will increase, etc.

Dosage of growth hormone

The content of the hormone in 1 injection should not be higher than 30 IU. But this factor depends on the purpose of the reception and the individual characteristics of the organism:

• after sports injuries, the recommended dose of the hormone is from 2 to 4 IU when taken once every two days;
• in case of excess weight associated with metabolic disorders, endocrinologists prescribe an individual dose: depending on the patient's body weight, it varies from 4 to 10 IU;
• for sports purposes, if the task is to maximize muscle mass, you need to inject from 10 to 30 IU.

Growth hormone injections are given every other day, otherwise there is a risk of hormone overdose.

It is advisable to divide the daily rate into several doses with an interval of 4 hours. Thus, the body will perceive growth hormone as naturally produced, and it is easier to absorb it.

Contraindications to admission and side effects

When using growth hormone to build muscle mass, you may experience unpleasant sensations from the gastrointestinal tract, as well as joint aches, muscle pain, and edema of the lower extremities. In order to avoid these unpleasant symptoms, you should start taking the hormone with small doses, gradually bringing them to the required amount.

Contraindications for the use of growth hormone are:

• age up to 20 years (possible only after medical advice and with regular medical supervision);
• individual intolerance to the components of the drug;
• multiple injuries;
• the hormone is used with caution in diabetes mellitus and a decrease in thyroid function.

Due to the fact that the hormone provokes tissue growth, it is categorically contraindicated in people with tumor neoplasms. Therefore, before using somatotropin, experts strongly recommend taking a test for tumor markers and excluding the presence of cancer.

Hormone intake rules

In order to gain muscle mass, get an ideal body relief or reduce the manifestations of age-related changes in the body with the help of growth hormone, you need to follow simple rules:

1. The 5 IU injection is started on an empty stomach daily about 30 minutes before a meal.
2. After 10-14 days, the dose is increased to 10 IU, divided into two doses: one morning (60 minutes before meals) and one lunch (30 minutes before meals). It is recommended that injections be given 1 or 2 hours before training.
3. You should not continue the course for more than 6 months. The minimum period for taking hormones is 3 months... A shorter duration of injections will not give the desired result, and an unnecessarily long intake leads to an addiction of the body or even serious complications.
4. Growth hormone suppresses the function of the thyroid gland, which reduces the production of essential hormones. To prevent disturbances in its work, it is necessary to take special drugs, for example, Thyroxin.
5. Somatotorpin increases the concentration of sugar in the blood, therefore, the measurement of its content should be monitored. People with diabetes are advised to add units to the usual dose of insulin, but this must be done strictly under the supervision of a doctor.

These admission rules are designed for two or three visits to the gym, subject to intense training and regular loads.

To build muscle mass, athletes use additional anabolic steroids, for example, Testosterone enanthate, Boldenone, Sustanon.

Supplements Anavar and Winstrol in the amount of 30 mg daily, working in conjunction with growth hormone, help burn fat and shape the muscle definition of the body.

In order to dry out the fatty layer, athletes inject thyroxin. Three injections a day with a total volume of no more than 200 mcg must be completed before 18.00. It is not recommended to increase the daily dose of the drug, and the intake itself should begin with a minimum volume, for example, 15 μg per dose, gradually bring this figure to the desired indicator.

Training rules when taking hormone

Athletes taking hormones should be aware of the rules for effective training:

1. Alternating loads on different muscle groups. To build muscle mass and improve the efficiency of training, all muscles must be divided into 3 groups. During each individual workout, you only need to load 1 muscle group.
2. The optimal training time is 1 to 2 hours. All exercises are repeated in 8 approaches, the complex itself must be repeated at least 3 times.
3. Before starting a workout, you need to stretch your muscles and prepare them for the upcoming stress. Growth hormone leads to an increase in muscle mass, creates an additional load on joints and other elements of the musculoskeletal system that are not keeping pace with it, which can cause injury.
4. The intensity of the loads should be increased from training to training so that the muscles receive an appropriate development impulse.
5. After completing the course of taking the hormone, it is necessary to smoothly reduce the strength of the load and the intensity of the exercises by about a third of the achieved result, in order not to destroy the muscle tissue. And then gradually bring it to the usual level, which was before taking growth hormone.

Instructions for use

You can buy the hormone without much difficulty at any pharmacy. For the introduction you will need: an ampoule, a container with powder, a syringe, alcohol wipes, which carefully process all devices, as well as the puncture site.

Next, using a syringe, liquid is drawn from the ampoule, through the rubberized lid it is introduced into the container with the powder, the resulting mixture is mixed by gently shaking the bottle. Somatotropin is injected into the area near the navel, but introduction into the upper or lower extremities is also allowed.

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