How to use Clenbuterol as a fat burner

Overview

Clenbuterol is originally used by people suffering from breathing disorders, as a decongestant and as a bronchodilator. It’s a potent beta-2 adrenergic agonist and will increase central nervous system activity through the release of the stress hormones – adrenaline and norepinephrine.

It’s commonly used by athletes to increase performance, and by bodybuilders during a cutting phase for it’s powerful thermogenic effects.

Although it was brought into medical use in 1977, it remains one of the true, OG ‘fat burners’ and is commonly used in the enhanced fitness industry today.

Effectiveness

It can be expected to increase ones BMR by about 10% at a minimum dose (20mcg).

As a result – a user can expect to burn an additional 10% more calories at rest.

Stimulation of the beta 2-adrenergic receptors can also affect satiety levels and have an appetite suppressing effect.

Users report having less appetite throughout the day despite burning more calories and being in a caloric deficit (which is why it can be a great aid during a cutting phase).

(Be aware that dose and effectiveness don’t scale equally – there becomes a point of diminishing returns whereby a substance starts doing more harm than good. I believe for clenbuterol, that is 80mcg daily)

Clenbuterol dosing

As with every new substance you are unfamiliar with, its best to start at the minimum effective dose to assess individual response before increasing the dose.

Start with 20mcg daily in the morning. This is the best time to take clenbuterol because for some people the stimulating effects can impact sleep if taken later in the day or at night.

A typical clenbuterol cutting cycle might look like this.

Clenbuterol side effects

Clenbuterol has some drawbacks that users need to be aware of beforehand.

Some people enjoy the stimulating effects of clenbuterol, but others tend to dislike it and find that it makes them more on-edge and prone to anxiety. If you have any type of moderate to severe anxiety, clenbuterol is likely going to make it worse.

Almost all users report an increase in energy, but most describe it as a ‘jittery’ and ‘somewhat uncomfortable’ type of energy that can also be accompanied with shaking hands. Although most users report that shaking will usually disappear within the first week of continued administration.

It has a diuretic effect and can increase sweating, so it’s important that users increase hydration while on the drug and assure correct amounts of electrolytes are taken to avoid potential dehydration and muscle cramps.

Some people find taurine helps to mitigate muscle cramps.

WARNING:

There is anecdotal evidence of clenbuterol contributing to heart rates of 180 BPM, this is particularly troublesome given clenbuterols half life of 30 hours. Therefore, I can’t recommend this substance for anyone with existing heart issues or high blood pressure.

Also if you are taking other medications take your time and do your research to look out for potential interactions between medications and Clenbuterol.

Drug interactions list

https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01407

In conclusion

For me personally, the potential negative effects outweigh the edge it will provide a cutting phase.

I feel like yohimbine + fasted cardio can be just as effective, but requires a little more effort which I don’t mind putting in.

However for some, clenbuterol could be worth using depending on your personal goals, health background and general fitness levels.

Clenbuterol is a very powerful fat burner that can speed up and make a cutting phase easier.

It’s important that if you are considering using clenbuterol, that you start with the lowest effective dose (20mcg) and check for potential drug interactions.