Retatrutide + SLU-PP-332 Stack for Fat Loss and Performance Optimisation

By Sarah Judd PhD Sports Performance

Overview

The combination of compounds that control the energy balance and the appetite is an experimental frontier in the changing world of metabolic biohacking. A GLP-1/GIP/Glucagon receptor agonist, Retatrutide and an experimental ERR agonist SLU-PP-332 coupled with mitochondrial activity and endurance performance is one of such combinations.

The 6-week self-experiment that was reported in which low-dose Retatrutide was used together with SLU-PP-332 indicates that the combination might have a synergistic effect, i.e. it leads to better fat loss, better energy, and better muscle preservation with fewer side effects than Retatrutide alone.

Why This Stack Gained Attention?

Retatrutide has attracted attention due to its strong weight-loss properties, which tend to be more effective than other incretin-based drugs such as Semaglutide and Tirzepatide.

 Nevertheless, most of the users complain of fatigue, nausea, and muscle depletion as a result of appetite suppression and low energy intake. On the contrary, SLU-PP-332 also acts on cellular metabolism, stimulating energy expenditure, endurance and mitochondrial activity with minimal effect on reducing appetite. By synthesising the two, users hypothesise the existence of a balance between metabolic activation and appetite regulation, in which one compound counters the constraint of the other.

Stack Details

Compound

Role in Stack

Reported Dosage

Key Purpose

Retatrutide

GLP-1/GIP/Glucagon receptor agonist

1 mg/week (low dose)

Appetite suppression, fat metabolism

SLU-PP-332

ERR (Estrogen-related receptor) agonist

100 mg/day

Mitochondrial activation, muscle preservation, and endurance

The idea:

  • Retatrutide reduces energy intake and enhances metabolic rate.
  • SLU-PP-332 increases cellular energy output and preserves lean tissue.

Together, they may create a “dual-action” effect: improved performance despite calorie restriction.

Reported 6-Week Results

Week

Key Changes

Observations

Week 1–2

-6 lbs

No nausea, elevated energy, longer workouts (45 to 90 min)

Week 3–4

-8 lbs (total -14 lbs)

Strength increased, leaner physique, visible abs, veins

Week 5–6

-5 lbs (total -19 lbs)

Exceptional endurance, near elimination of soreness

Performance Notes

  • Bench press PR increased from 405 lbs to 495 lbs
  • All lifts up 10 to 15%
  • Estimated body fat dropped from 15% to under 9%

These results suggest that this stack may stimulate both aesthetic and athletic outcomes simultaneously.

Why the Combination May Work?

Mechanism

Retatrutide Alone

SLU-PP-332 Alone

Combined Effect

Appetite Control

Strong

Weak

Balanced intake regulation

Energy Levels

Low (fatigue common)

High

Sustained alertness, better workouts

Muscle Preservation

Limited

Strong

Preserved or gained lean tissue

Fat Oxidation

Strong

Moderate

Accelerated fat loss

Side Effects

Nausea, GI upset

Minimal

Nearly absent

  • Retatrutide controls “input” (less eating)
  • SLU-PP-332 enhances “output” (more energy use)

Reported Side Effects

The most significant claim of the report was that there were no adverse effects in a mixture of two compounds. This is a pointer of SLU-PP-332 being able to reverse mitochondrial fatigue induced by Retatrutide - possibly through the enhancement of cellular respiration and ATP generation. However, they are anecdotal claims that cannot be supported by clinical evidence.

Symptom

Retatrutide Alone

With SLU-PP-332

Nausea

7/10

0/10

Fatigue

6/10

0/10

GI Discomfort

5/10

1/10

Cost Comparison

Regimen

Estimated Cost

Notes

Retatrutide Alone

~$500/month

Higher dose, more side effects

Retatrutide + SLU-PP-332 Stack

~$300/month total

Lower dose Retatrutide + full SLU-PP-332 dosing

Key Takeaways

  • Synergistic Potential: Appetite suppression + metabolic activation: enhanced body recomposition.
  • Muscle Retention: SLU-PP-332 may counter muscle loss from GLP-1 therapy.
  • Energy Boost: Users report dramatically improved endurance and recovery.
  • Caution Required: Both compounds are research-grade and lack long-term safety data.
  • Cost Efficiency: Lower total expense with superior subjective results.

References

  1. (2025). Available at: https://www.reddit.com/r/Biohackers/comments/1oj5xqf/i_stacked_slupp332_with_lowdose_retatrutide_and/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button (Accessed: 3 November 2025).
  2. Peptide Q&A #5 – RETA + TRT, SLU-PP-332 Dosing by Peptide of The Week (2025) Spotify for Creators. Available at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/peptide-of-the-week/episodes/Peptide-QA-5--RETA--TRT--SLU-PP-332-Dosing-e37s14u (Accessed: 3 November 2025).
  3. Katsi, V., Koutsopoulos, G., Fragoulis, C., Dimitriadis, K. and Tsioufis, K. (2025) Retatrutide-A Game Changer in Obesity Pharmacotherapy, Biomolecules. U.S. National Library of Medicine. Available at: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12190491/ (Accessed: 3 November 2025).