Me and a buddy have purchased SarmsSearch Ostarine to run as our first cycle. Not looking for big gains and expectations are realistic. Interested in some recomp, LBM/strength maintenence, and joint support while running daily in addition to our lifts.
To start out we will do 12.5mg for 4 weeks, if side effects don't occur we will finish it out at 25mg for the last two weeks. If any sides appear we will keep it at 12.5mg but run it through to 8 weeks.
1) I know cycle support isnt required, would you advise it just to be safe?
Of the Sarms, S4 is arguably the most liver taxing of the bunch. If you feel safer running something as a cycle support, by all means. Just because user X doesn't run something specific while on a run, or in PCT, doesn't necessarily mean it's the "right way" for you. Everyone is different and only way you're going to know what works for you is to try something out.
2) Suppression is minimal, but should a test booster be run on cycle? I've seen people start a test booster supplement (such as one with DAA) after a few weeks into cycle and continue it through the PCT. Whats your experience here?
I wouldn't worry about using a test booster while on, but starting DAA 2 weeks before the end of your run isn't a bad idea. If you do experience any sort of suppression on your run, starting the DAA 2 weeks early should in theory have you back up and running "normally" right as you come off. (DAA takes about 2 weeks before it really starts to "work")
3) We want to avoid SERM's and AI in PCT. We cant afford to kill our estrogen levels and dry out our joints. Running and joint related injuries are career killers for us. What PCT regimen would you recommend?
While I get where you're coming from there, and I don't necessarily think the serm is a necessity, I'd at least run something that has natural estrogen prohibiting properties (or even a low dose AI) because Osta does have the ability to raise estrogen levels in some, and estro rebound gyno "could" still occur. Maybe something with acecetin... I can't vouch for it actually working, but it's supposed to play that role and might be enough without using a suicide inhibitor of any sort.
I've done the related searches on these questions over several forums that discuss or are sponsored by SARMs products. There's great variation in opinion and from source to source. Since I purchased from SS, I'd like the SS' community's opinion. Reps and customers thoughts both welcomed! Thats it for now, and thank you for any advice provided.
-KC