I don’t agree at all with the last paragraph but creatine- definitely useful if one is already in the gym training hard. It’s been researched a ton and is the actual only proven effective supplement one can buy over the counter. People think it needs to be cycled or it will bloat you out; but these are myths. Creatine is noticeably effective and can be used indefinitely with no front loading or cycling.Creatine would be a simple choice which is also very easy to source.
Mayoclinic on this:
Strength, muscle size and performance. Oral creatine use might allow an athlete to do more work during reps or sprints, leading to greater gains in strength, muscle mass and performance. Creatine is often used by athletes involved in high-intensity intermittent activities that require a rapid recovery during training and competition.
It also has its fair share of side effects but the risks should usually be acceptable, at least in comparison to HGH or the like.
Im not sure if Im posting in the right spot, but I want to start a cycle of performance enhancing drugs.
Which substance do you guys suggest ?
And how long and how often should I take it ?
I found some side effects listed but mayoclinic barely lists any except "weight gain of lean mass". Point taken.I don’t agree at all with the last paragraph
Sorry wasn’t meant to be a shot at you brotherI found some side effects listed but mayoclinic barely lists any except "weight gain of lean mass". Point taken.
Coming from a guy who’s now on prescribed TRT for life; make sure you know what you’re getting before you put anything in your body as well, vet your sources. It’s always good to get baseline blood work done pre and post . Don’t be an ass and fuck yourself for no reason . There’s always a less risky way to do things , but when it comes to injecting exogenous hormones it’s never risk free. Test at 400/wk would be good for a beginner cycle. 10-16 weeks ish. But as it was said - training AND diet should be on point for some time and try to max out natural gains first. Or it’s highly likely you will do yourself an mis-service. Steroids changed my life for the better for sure. But I went balls to the wall way too early with not enough experience and now I’m paying for the rest of my life. I could have done things 1000% smarter, and had much better results if I actually listened to the advice given to me . Do your research. There’s a ton of information online , and many forums just like this that can help you.Start with just basic testosterone, 400 mg/week is plenty. Run that and see how you respond. You don't want to start multiple compounds until you know how testosterone affects you. Also your training and diet must be 100% on point first. Have you been training seriously for at least 6 years?
This is a serious decision since you will probobly end up on TRT for life once you start.
Coming from a guy who’s now on prescribed TRT for life; make sure you know what you’re getting before you put anything in your body as well, vet your sources. It’s always good to get baseline blood work done pre and post . Don’t be an ass and fuck yourself for no reason . There’s always a less risky way to do things , but when it comes to injecting exogenous hormones it’s never risk free. Test at 400/wk would be good for a beginner cycle. 10-16 weeks ish. But as it was said - training AND diet should be on point for some time and try to max out natural gains first. Or it’s highly likely you will do yourself an mis-service. Steroids changed my life for the better for sure. But I went balls to the wall way too early with not enough experience and now I’m paying for the rest of my life. I could have done things 1000% smarter, and had much better results if I actually listened to the advice given to me . Do your research. There’s a ton of information online , and many forums just like this that can help you.
Youre half right. But it takes getting the right endocrinologist and being put on the proper protocol for the chance of having things return back to endogenous production. There are many cases where natty production will NOT come back.Anyone saying once you use test you have to stay on for life, has zero clue about endocrinology or pharmacology in these regards
Agree with the part of “once you use test you have to stay on for life” this is a very false statement. Many many guys run cycles and PCT properly and are fine. But it’s possible genetically to fuck yourself after only a short cycle. Genetics are key in this regard. Also long term abuse of steroids or even other street drugs and alcohol can fuck up natty hormone productionAnyone saying once you use test you have to stay on for life, has zero clue about endocrinology or pharmacology in these regards
I feel you bro. I’ve been building up my stash for a while and keeping it straight TRT while training. And I’m clean as well so best of luck to youJust one ? Of course testosterone is the best. My favorite cycle for bulking ever was this (got to 265lbs with abs at 5’10)
Test cyp
Mast
Anadrol
Hgh
Insulin
Fav cutting cycle
(Got down to 212lbs at about 5% bf)
Test (any kind)
Masterone
T3
Hgh
Anavar or Winstrol
Of course I’m not suggesting these cycles at all. Just saying what I did. I’m just on trt right now. I’m about to hit the gas here soon though. I went through a lot of trouble due to my substance abuse which caused me to get out of the gym and quit the fitness lifestyle. I’m about to make a comeback though.
I said once you need TRT. I used plenty in my 30's and was fine at 43. Then at 48 my natural test dropped.Anyone saying once you use test you have to stay on for life, has zero clue about endocrinology or pharmacology in these regards
I’ve been in the “game” for years as well bro. I’ve seen a lot about the shortage. But I’m sure if it continues too much longer another country will pickup the production of Raws.Just a heads up guys...I have been in this game 33 years and have competed 17 times. Currently on very modest HRT.
But here is the thing: THERE IS A RAWS SHORTAGE IN CHINA!!! This started back before March (fortunately I stocked up on testosterone powder, I make my own) but there has been NOTHING coming from China for a while.
Yes there are UGLs that still have finished oils, but that is because they had raw powder stocked up.
WE are all hoping that this embargo ends by August, but right now there is a shortage. And remember, ALL raw powder comes from China.
Interestingly, HGH and weight loss drugs like Tirzepatide are still plentiful.
Yeah this is true . I’m in touch with many lab reps and suppliers/vendors and this is actually happeningJust a heads up guys...I have been in this game 33 years and have competed 17 times. Currently on very modest HRT.
But here is the thing: THERE IS A RAWS SHORTAGE IN CHINA!!! This started back before March (fortunately I stocked up on testosterone powder, I make my own) but there has been NOTHING coming from China for a while.
Yes there are UGLs that still have finished oils, but that is because they had raw powder stocked up.
WE are all hoping that this embargo ends by August, but right now there is a shortage. And remember, ALL raw powder comes from China.
Interestingly, HGH and weight loss drugs like Tirzepatide are still plentiful.
Of course it’s happening but I don’t believe there’s any reason to panic. Where there’s supply there’s demand. If the production of Raws continues to go down in china another country will pickup the powder production I bet.Yeah this is true . I’m in touch with many lab reps and suppliers/vendors and this is actually happening
Yeah I can agree with this- but the problem will be - if it’s picked up in a place like India I’ll be worrying about sterility and consistency. When you read about pharma meds coming from there it’s pretty inconsistent, and not uncommon to find complaints across the net with underdosed products. Idk if I trust a brand new factory in a place like that to produce something I’m going to inject into my body.Of course it’s happening but I don’t believe there’s any reason to panic. Where there’s supply there’s demand. If the production of Raws continues to go down in china another country will pickup the powder production I bet.