Shred

When shifting from peptides to an "Amino Blend" SHRED injection, the mechanism of action moves from hormonal signaling (GH) to metabolic enzymatic support.

This blend—often used in clinical research—typically contains a high-concentration mix of L-Carnitine, GABAs, and B-Vitamins, and sometimes "Lipotropic" aminos like Methionine, Inositol, and Choline (MIC). It is designed to act as a metabolic furnace rather than a hormonal trigger.
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1. The SHRED Amino Core
• L-Carnitine (High Dose): Transports fatty acids into the mitochondria.
• M.I.C.: The lipotropic trio that prevents fat accumulation in the liver.
• B12 (Methylcobalamin): Elevates energy and DNA synthesis.
• L-Arginine: Improves blood flow (vasodilation) to help transport mobilized fats to be burned.
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2. Dosage & Concentration
These blends are usually pre-mixed liquids in 30ml vials. They do not require reconstitution.
• Standard Research Dose: 1ml (100 units).
• Aggressive Dose: 1.5ml to 2ml (split into two injection sites).
• Frequency: 2 to 3 times per week (often timed with your hardest training days).
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3. The Protocol & Cycle
Unlike the peptide version, this amino blend does not strictly require a 3-hour fast, but it is drastically more effective when paired with a "Glucose Depleted" state.

Parameter Recommendation
Cycle Length 12 Weeks ON / 4 Weeks OFF
Frequency 3x per Week (e.g., Mon/Wed/Fri)

Timing 30 mins before Cardio or High-Intensity Training.

The "Pre-Pump" Logic: Because these aminos (especially Arginine and Carnitine) improve blood flow, injecting them before a workout ensures the nutrients reach the muscle tissue exactly when the demand for fat-oxidation is highest.
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4. Administration: IM vs. SubQ

• Intramuscular (IM) Recommended: Because amino blends are often "thick" and contain high concentrations of B-vitamins, IM is the gold standard.

• Sites: Deltoids or Glutes.

• Why? Injecting 1ml of an amino blend SubQ (into fat) often results in "stinging" or a "burning" sensation that can last for hours. IM bypasses the sensitive fat-layer nerves.
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5. Potential Side Effects
• The "Vitamin" Aftertaste: Some researchers notice a B-vitamin scent or taste in the back of their throat shortly after injection. This is normal and a sign of rapid absorption.
• Increased Body Heat: You may feel "hotter" during your workout as the L-Carnitine increases thermogenesis (fat-burning heat).
• Injection Site Soreness: Common with high-volume amino shots.
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Quick Checklist for a 30ml Vial:
• At 1ml (3x per week): The vial lasts 10 weeks.
• Supplies: 3ml syringes with 25g (1-inch) needles.
• Storage: Room temperature is usually fine, but refrigeration extends the life of the B12.