Follistatin for Recovery
Muscle Builder.
Why Follistatin for recovery?
A protein that in humans is encoded by the FST gene.
Recovery context: Accelerating soft-tissue, tendon, gut, and post-training repair. Follistatin fits this goal because its category (Performance) and benefit profile align with the underlying mechanism.
Benefits relevant to recovery
- Inhibits myostatin
- Increases muscle mass
- Strength gains
Reference dosing by bodyweight
Anchored to the most-cited research dose (100 mcg @ 75 kg). Reference only.
| Bodyweight band | Reference dose range |
|---|---|
| <60 kg / <132 lb | 62–84 mcg |
| 60–75 kg / 132–165 lb | 77–103 mcg |
| 75–90 kg / 165–198 lb | 94–126 mcg |
| 90–105 kg / 198–231 lb | 111–150 mcg |
| >105 kg / >231 lb | 128–173 mcg |
Side effects to weigh against recovery benefit
- Tendon stress
- Joint pain
Also researched for
Educational use only
This calculator is provided for research and educational purposes. Outputs are derived from the values you enter. Always verify your math and consult a licensed physician before acting on any result.