In the world of bodybuilding and fitness, SARMs (Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators) have gained popularity as a safer alternative to anabolic steroids. Among the most popular SARMs are Rad 140 and LGD4033. They are both seem as very potent muscle building compounds. Which one of them should you choose?
What is Rad 140?
Rad 140, also known as Testolone, is a selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM) that is designed to mimic the effects of testosterone in the body. It was initially developed to treat muscle wasting and osteoporosis, but it has gained popularity in the fitness industry as a performance-enhancing drug.
One of the main benefits of Rad is its ability to promote lean dry gains as well as significant strength gains.
| Typical Dosage | Typical Cycle Length |
| 10-30mg per day | 8-12 weeks |
If you want to know more about RAD go check my complete guide on it.
What is LGD 4033?
LGD 4033 or Ligandrol, is a SARM that is known to boost muscle growth and increase overall strength.
LGD is as potent of a mass builder as RAD 140, but it doesn’t provide the lean, dry sunken-in look that RAD can give you.
Bloating and water retention is also mentioned fairly often by people who run LGD.
| Typical Dosage | Typical Cycle Length |
| 10-30mg per day | 8-12 weeks |
If you want to know more about RAD go check my complete guide on it.
LGD 4033 vs RAD 140: Half-life
Based on clinical data, RAD should have a half-life of 60 hours and LGD a half-life of 24 to 36 hours.
Both can be dosed once daily, there is no need for multiple administration in the same day.
Rad 140 vs LGD: Benefits
Both compounds will yield very similar results in terms of lean mass increase. The main difference between them in terms of benefits is that LGD will give a fuller, more “watery” look, while RAD will give a more dry and lean “sunken-in” look.
Rad 140 vs LGD: Side Effects
Let’s take a look at their side effect profile side by side
| SIDE EFFECTS | RAD 140 | LGD |
| Aggression and libido increase | High | Low |
| Suppression of natural testosterone production | High | High |
| Liver toxicity | Low | Low-Mild |
| Blood pressure increase | Mild-High | Mild |
| Hair loss/Hair shedding | High | Moderate |
Personal Experience
I have more experience with RAD 140 than with LGD but I have used both compounds in the past.
I would choose RAD over LGD. I personally enjoy the increased aggression and libido, it makes my workouts even more intense. While on RAD 140 I feel way more confident and masculine and I never had instances where I would randomly snap at people for no reason. For me RAD 140 brings the “right” kind of aggression.
Stacking RAD 140 and LGD 4033
There is no added benefit of stacking LGD and RAD together. Both compounds work in a similar way and have a similar muscle building potency mg per mg. Nothing bad will happen if stacking these compounds together but there will be no added benefit either.
RAD 140 vs LGD 4033: Price
Both compounds have a very similar price point, so price should not be a determining factor when choosing between those compounds.
Where to Get Quality RAD 140 or LGD?
Here are the best sources I know to get quality SARMs:
Conclusion
Basically if you want to go with an androgenic compound where you feel the increased aggression and libido you should go with RAD.
If you want a SARM that increases performance drastically without necessarily feeling that you’re on something outside of enhanced performance in the gym then I suggest LGD.
