HMB – Old School Supplement Making a Comeback?

Randym76 · Post by **Randym76** » Tue Feb 10, 2026 2:41 pm

I remember HMB being hyped years ago. Anyone still using it in 2026 and does it actually work for muscle retention?

PRVictor8 · Post by **PRVictor8** » Tue Feb 10, 2026 2:49 pm

Tried it in the 90s. Thought it was snake oil back then.

StoneMC23 · Post by **StoneMC23** » Tue Feb 10, 2026 4:29 pm

It’s back now, but honestly? Benefits are mild at best.

Larry4K · Post by **Larry4K** » Tue Feb 10, 2026 4:41 pm

I used it while cutting, and I think it helped me keep muscle. Could just be placebo though.

Randym76 · Post by **Randym76** » Tue Feb 10, 2026 4:43 pm

Yeah, I remember the hype. Was wondering if it’s worth revisiting or just history repeating.

John Martinez · Post by **John Martinez** » Tue Feb 10, 2026 4:50 pm

Studies say it helps beginners more than advanced lifters. Not a big deal if you already train hard.

BoltXc4 · Post by **BoltXc4** » Tue Feb 10, 2026 5:18 pm

Needs high doses to really work, which makes it pricey. Not worth it in my book.

MarkB%223 · Post by **MarkB%223** » Tue Feb 10, 2026 5:29 pm

I’d rather spend my money on creatine or protein. More bang for buck.

NickLDX4 · Post by **NickLDX4** » Tue Feb 10, 2026 5:57 pm

Only time it worked for me was during a calorie deficit. Helped me hold strength a little better.

Diesel$59 · Post by **Diesel$59** » Tue Feb 10, 2026 6:17 pm

Not a total scam, but definitely not the “miracle” it was sold as.