Posts Tagged ‘Anabolic State’

Using CBD to Support the Anabolic State and Muscle Recovery

Saturday, August 16th, 2025
man who is trying to stay in the anabolic state to build muscle

In bodybuilding, the anabolic state is when muscle growth happens. It is the period when your body repairs muscle tissue, builds strength, and stores energy. Recovery during this phase determines how much progress you make. Stress, inflammation, and poor sleep can shorten the anabolic window. That is where CBD is gaining attention. While it will not build muscle on its own, it may help you create the ideal conditions for growth.

Let’s take a deeper dive into the anabolic state so we can learn and understand the best ways to enhance muscle growth with CBD supplementation.

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A Bodybuilder’s Guide to a Naturally Extended Anabolic State

Tuesday, July 1st, 2025
a bodybuilder maintaining an anabolic state naturally

When a bodybuilder wishes to increase lean muscle, remaining in an anabolic state is one of the main physiological goals.  What do we mean by anabolic state, and how can we keep our body in this anabolic state for a longer period?

This guide will explain the science of anabolism and its importance for muscle growth. We will also talk about how you can prolong the anabolic state naturally without the use of steroids.

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