Everything you need to know about Phenibut.

STRAIGHT FACTS WITH JERRY BRAINUM – is an in depth exploration of the more complicated elements behind bodybuilding training, nutrition, and supplements. Hosted by legendary and longtime industry expert, Jerry Brainum, Straight Facts answers user questions so no one is left in the dark.

Apparently there’s a Russian drug often mentioned on bodybuilding forums known as Phenibut. While it’s not a traditional drug in a bodybuilding sense (it doesn’t really boost your gains, strength, or burn fat for you) – for some reason it’s a recreational drug of choice for a subsection of bodybuilders.

So why do bodybuilders seem to be leaning towards this drug and what exactly does it do? Most importantly, is it safe? Jerry Brainum breaks it down and gives you the Straight Facts in our episode above.