⚡ Performance Peptides

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Research-grade growth hormone peptides that amplify your body's natural GH pulse — more muscle, less fat, faster recovery. Shipped discreetly across Canada.

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+28%

GH Pulse Increase

99%+

Purity Verified

2–4wk

Noticeable Results

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GH Secretagogues

CJC-1295, Ipamorelin, GHRP-2, GHRP-6

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Muscle & Strength

AICAR, 5-Amino-1MQ, AOD-9604

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Performance Stacks

Pre-built protocols for serious athletes

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Ships Across Canada

Discreet packaging, tracked delivery

How Performance Peptides Work

Growth hormone secretagogues work by amplifying your body's natural GH pulse — not replacing it. The result is more muscle, less body fat, and faster recovery without suppressing your own production.

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SubQ Injection

A small subcutaneous injection — typically pre-bed or pre-workout. Takes under 30 seconds.

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Pituitary Signal

Peptides bind to GHRH receptors in the pituitary gland, triggering a natural GH pulse.

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IGF-1 Cascade

Elevated GH stimulates IGF-1 production in the liver — the primary driver of muscle growth and fat metabolism.

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Compound Results

After 4–8 weeks: improved body composition, better sleep, faster recovery, increased strength.

The Science

The GH Axis: How Peptides Amplify Your Natural Pulse

Growth hormone is released in pulses — primarily during deep sleep and intense exercise. GH secretagogues like CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin work synergistically to amplify these natural pulses without suppressing endogenous production.

GHRH Receptor Agonism

CJC-1295 binds to GHRH receptors on somatotrophs in the anterior pituitary, increasing GH pulse amplitude.

Ghrelin Receptor Activation

Ipamorelin and GHRP-6 activate the ghrelin receptor (GHS-R1a), synergistically amplifying the GH pulse when combined with a GHRH analogue.

IGF-1 Upregulation

Elevated GH drives hepatic IGF-1 synthesis — the primary anabolic mediator responsible for muscle protein synthesis and lipolysis.

Performance Peptides

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SubQ

SS-31 (Elamipretide)

SS-31 (Elamipretide) — mitochondria-targeted antioxidant peptide that restores the inner mitochondrial membrane…

anabolic

IGF-1 DES Performance Cycle

4–6 week anabolic performance cycle. Advanced athletes only.

SubQ

CJC-1295 Without DAC

CJC-1295 (No DAC) — modified GHRH analogue with a 30-minute half-life that…

SubQ

HGH (Human Growth Hormone)

HGH — endogenous somatotropin that drives IGF-1 production, promotes lipolysis, stimulates muscle…

Long-ActingSubQ

CJC-1295 With DAC

CJC-1295 With DAC — long-acting GHRH analogue that provides sustained GH elevation…

SubQ

Hexarelin

Hexarelin — potent GHS-R1a agonist with dual action: significant GH release plus…

SubQ

AICAR

AICAR — AMPK activator and exercise-mimetic compound that drives fat oxidation, mitochondrial…

Appetite+SubQ

GHRP-6

GHRP-6 — first-generation ghrelin mimetic with powerful GH release and notable appetite…

Which Performance Peptide Is Right for You?

Each peptide has a distinct mechanism and use case. Use this guide to find your best starting point.

Peptide	Primary Goal	GH Pulse	Half-Life	Appetite Effect	Best For
CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin	Muscle + Fat Loss	+++ High	~30 min / ~2 hr	Neutral	Best overall stack
CJC-1295 w/ DAC	Sustained GH Elevation	++ High	~8 days	Neutral	2x/week dosing	View →
GHRP-6	Muscle + Appetite	+++ High	~2 hr	Strong increase	Bulking phases	View →
GHRP-2	GH + Cortisol	++ High	~1 hr	Moderate	Lean muscle	View →
Ipamorelin	Clean GH Pulse	+ Moderate	~2 hr	None	Beginners	View →
AICAR	Endurance + AMPK	N/A	~1 hr	None	Endurance athletes

Research Protocols

Evidence-based dosing protocols used in clinical research. Always consult a healthcare professional before beginning any peptide protocol.

Dose

100 mcg each

CJC-1295 without DAC + Ipamorelin, combined in the same injection

Frequency

1–2× daily

Pre-bed injection is most effective — aligns with natural GH pulse during slow-wave sleep

Cycle Length

12–16 weeks

Followed by a 4-week break to maintain receptor sensitivity

Dose

100–300 mcg

GHRP-6 alone or stacked with CJC-1295 for maximum GH pulse

Frequency

3× daily

Pre-workout, post-workout, and pre-bed. Take on an empty stomach for best results

Cycle Length

8–12 weeks

Best used during a caloric surplus phase to maximise muscle gain

Dose

10–50 mg

AICAR activates AMPK — the master metabolic switch for endurance and fat oxidation

Frequency

Daily

Administered pre-training. Research protocols typically run 5 days on, 2 days off

Cycle Length

4–8 weeks

Significant endurance improvements documented within 4 weeks in research subjects

What Research Shows

Clinical studies on GH secretagogues consistently demonstrate significant improvements in body composition, recovery, and performance markers.

+28%

Increase in GH pulse amplitude with CJC-1295 (JCEM, 2006)

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Body fat reduction over 12 weeks in GH secretagogue trials

+2.1kg

Lean mass gain vs. placebo in 16-week studies

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Reduction in recovery time reported by research subjects

Peer-Reviewed Research

Every peptide we carry has a body of published clinical research behind it.

JCEM · 2006

CJC-1295 Increases GH and IGF-1 Levels Dose-Dependently

A phase II clinical trial demonstrated that CJC-1295 produced sustained increases in GH and IGF-1 with a favourable safety profile over 28 days.

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NEJM · 2019

GH Secretagogues and Body Composition in Older Adults

Ipamorelin and related GHRP compounds demonstrated significant improvements in lean mass and fat mass in adults over 60 with GH deficiency.

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Cell Metabolism · 2017

AICAR Activates AMPK and Mimics Exercise Adaptations

AICAR-induced AMPK activation produced significant improvements in endurance capacity and mitochondrial biogenesis in research subjects.

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What Our Customers Say

★★★★★

"Started CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin 8 weeks ago. Sleep is dramatically better, recovery between sessions is noticeably faster, and I've put on about 3 lbs of lean mass. Quality is clearly top-tier."

Marcus T. Verified

Calgary, AB · Strength Training

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"Running GHRP-6 pre-workout has been a game changer for my appetite and pumps. Ordering process was smooth, packaging was discreet, and the COA matched exactly what I expected."

Derek F. Verified

Vancouver, BC · Bodybuilding

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"As a competitive cyclist I was skeptical, but AICAR has genuinely moved my VO2 max numbers. First Canadian supplier I've found with actual third-party testing. Will be a repeat customer."

Sophie L. Verified

Montreal, QC · Endurance Sport

Frequently Asked Questions

CJC-1295 without DAC (also called Modified GRF 1-29) has a short half-life of ~30 minutes and produces a sharp, natural GH pulse — best for daily dosing. CJC-1295 with DAC has a half-life of ~8 days due to albumin binding, producing sustained GH elevation — best for 2x/week dosing protocols.

Yes. Most GH secretagogue protocols recommend 12–16 weeks on followed by a 4-week break to maintain pituitary receptor sensitivity. Continuous use can lead to receptor desensitisation and diminishing returns.

Yes — this is the most popular and well-researched performance stack. CJC-1295 acts on GHRH receptors while Ipamorelin acts on ghrelin receptors, producing a synergistic GH pulse that is significantly larger than either compound alone. We carry a pre-blended version for convenience.

Pre-bed is optimal for most GH secretagogues as it aligns with the body's natural GH pulse during slow-wave sleep. A second injection pre-workout can be added for enhanced performance. Injections should be taken on an empty stomach (2+ hours after eating) for maximum effect.

Poptides sells peptides for research purposes only. They are not approved for human use by Health Canada and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult a healthcare professional before use.

Train Harder.Recover Faster.Go Further.

SS-31 (Elamipretide)

IGF-1 DES Performance Cycle

CJC-1295 Without DAC

HGH (Human Growth Hormone)

CJC-1295 With DAC

Hexarelin

AICAR

GHRP-6

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