Iron Culture presented by MASS Ep 339 - ECA Stack & Yohimbine
Aug 6, 2025
This discussion dives into the intriguing world of the ECA stack and yohimbine. The hosts cover the stack's history, its impact on weight loss, and the regulatory shifts that shaped it. They explore how ephedrine, caffeine, and aspirin work together for fat loss. The conversation also reveals yohimbine's unique effects, from fat mobilization to its implications for male performance. With humor and insight, they reflect on the evolution of fitness supplements and doping in sports, making for an engaging and informative listen.
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NFL Locker Room Supplements Anecdote
- NFL locker rooms in the 70s and 80s had bowls of oral anabolics, narcotic painkillers, and stimulants freely available to players.
- There was no record keeping; players could take anything at will to support performance and recovery.
ECA Stack Boosts Metabolism
- Ephedrine and caffeine together increase metabolic rate up to 8-9%, more than either alone.
- The ECA stack provided modest yet significant weight loss without prescribed dieting.
Aspirin Extends Fat Burning
- Aspirin in the ECA stack inhibits prostaglandins that act as brakes on fat cell lipolysis.
- This inhibition extends the fat-burning effect, allowing sustained fat mobilization.
