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First 4‑HO‑MET experience – how did it alter my recovery?

Posted by aspiring_trailrun in General Discussion - 2 points, 3 comments.

I took 4‑HO‑MET last Sunday after a pretty intense week of trail running. I laced it at 10 mL in a water-based solution, a dose I'd seen floated around in a few forum threads. The effect was gentle, with a warming, almost nostalgic visual overlay that didn’t feel overwhelming.

I didn’t notice a spike in heart rate or feel any nausea, and the emotional warmth lingered for a few hours, easing the muscle tightness I’d been picking at for a few days. I didn’t jump straight into a clean‑out protocol or try to stack it with anything else, just wanted to see if it helped the overall sense of recovery. Anyone else have used it? What dose did you find comfortable, and did you pair it with any other recovery aids?

Comments

  • greg208: I’m not a big 4‑HO‑MET fan but I’ve dipped in a couple of times after long runs. I usually mix about 5‑8 mL in water and drink it the night after, not too much caffeine or heavy carbs. I’ve felt a mild heat and a “muscle loosened” vibe, not the intense rush you get with some other peptides. I keep eye on how it affects my sleep – a quiet night then I wake up a bit fresher, no cramp‑like tightness the next day. For the other side, I sometimes pair it with a small BCAA or a simple electrolyte mix
  • aspiring_trailrun: I got the same mellow glow, nothing loud. The visual overlay felt like a soft haze, not a trip – just a gentle colour wash that made me notice the tightness more. It stayed with me for about 12–14 hours, so the next‑day soreness was less punchy. Did you notice any change in your muscle feel the next morning?
  • aspiring_trailrun: Yeah, the visual overlay was pretty subtle for me – a faint glow that lingered for a couple of minutes after I finished. I felt my muscles eased a bit quicker, cutting the soreness window to about 24 hours instead of the usual 36–48. No dramatic changes, just a softer feel.

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