# Leverage Staking

{% hint style="info" %}
Stake: <https://accumulated.finance/stake>

Borrow: <https://accumulated.finance/lend>
{% endhint %}

### Overview

Leverage Staking in Accumulated Finance allows users to amplify returns by recursively staking and borrowing against Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs) within the protocol’s isolated LST-base asset lending markets. Supporting up to **50x leverage**, this feature is designed to maximize yield while preventing liquidations due to price volatility. The user interface provides real-time simulations of maximum leverage, estimated APR, and position health to guide users in managing their leveraged positions effectively.

### Key Features

* **High Leverage**: Achieve up to 50x leverage by recursively staking and borrowing LSTs.
* **No Price-Based Liquidations**: The system is structured to avoid liquidations caused by price volatility.
* **Integrated Markets**: Operates within Accumulated Finance’s LST-base asset lending markets.
* **Real-Time UI**: Displays live maximum leverage, APR estimates, and position health.

### How It Works

1. **Stake Assets**: Deposit assets into Accumulated Finance’s Liquid Staking to receive LSTs.
2. **Supply LSTs**: Deposit LSTs into an isolated LST-base asset lending market as collateral.
3. **Borrow Assets**: Borrow base assets against LSTs to fund additional staking.
4. **Repeat for Leverage**: Recursively stake borrowed assets to mint more LSTs and borrow again, up to 50x leverage.
5. **Monitor and Manage**: Use the UI to track real-time APR, leverage limits, and position health, adjusting as needed to optimize returns.

### Benefits

* **Amplified Returns**: Up to 50x leverage significantly boosts potential staking rewards.
* **Price Volatility Protection**: No liquidations from price fluctuations, enhancing position stability.
* **User-Friendly Interface**: Real-time UI provides clear leverage and APR guidance.
* **Integrated Ecosystem**: Seamlessly combines staking and lending within Accumulated Finance.