Lipitor, also known as atorvastatin, is a medication used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. While there is no direct evidence that Lipitor impacts strength gains in athletes, some studies suggest that statins, the class of drugs that Lipitor belongs to, may reduce muscle strength and exercise performance.

A study published in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology found that statin use was associated with a reduction in muscle strength and physical function in older adults [2]. Another study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that statin use was associated with a decrease in exercise capacity in patients with heart failure [3].

However, it is important to note that these studies were conducted on older adults and patients with heart failure, and may not necessarily apply to healthy athletes. Additionally, other studies have found no significant impact of statin use on muscle strength or exercise performance [1].

In summary, while there is no direct evidence that Lipitor impacts strength gains in athletes, some studies suggest that statin use may reduce muscle strength and exercise performance. Further research is needed to determine the effects of statin use on athletic performance in healthy individuals.

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3463373/
[3] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28807461/