Are You Aiming to Make Steroids Part of Your Life?

[kaname]

I'm really curious about using steroids but have no idea the frequency I would like to use them, or if I want too at all. There are a lot of side effects that I need to consider and figured hanging out here would help me think it all through.

There a few small details that can help with your mental discipline while on cycle. Resisting the temptation to add a substance when you're in full swing of a well thought out cycle. So many come here asking what compounds can they add because they are enjoying the results and want to push it even more. I would even argue that extending a cycle when it's nearing the end would fall into the same category. Not for all, but many. As I said I'm not knocking those that do these things, as I've made changes myself, I'm just speaking to the driving force behind the changes. If the mind is in the correct place then all tends to be good. Which is another reason why it's recommended that someone with little training experience should stay away from AAS. Time spent grinding away in the gym is a great mental preparation. Someone who turns to AAS for that quick muscle gain / fix, also tends to be the one that has the mental pitfalls and trouble climbing back out.

I'm not saying the following is bad, I'm just saying some clearly get out of control and didn't give any real thought to their decision other than "I want to be better."

Those changes to a cycle tend to lead to a certain mindset that more is better and can lead down the path of not wanting to PCT, and instead blasting and cruising without giving it much thought as to the benefits and consequences of the decision. If someone takes the time to plan out a cycle, it can be counterproductive mentally to now interrupt that well laid out cycle that took months of planning, with a spur of the moment "what can I add."

One guy comes to mind, and I won't mention his name but I haven't seen him around here lately. He clearly was cycling heavy and blasting and cruising in an uncontrolled manner. I got the impression he was scared of what would happen to his body if he came off, to the point of appearing dependent on his cycle. **If anyone knows who I'm speaking of, please don't put him on blast, as I was only using his case as an example.**

 

[diesel_3]

Lots of good info here.
If I was to do a Tren/Low Test/Low Mast stack, say once a year..Over time will that totally mess with my Test levels and will I HAVE to do testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for the rest of my life?

 

[cdiggity]

There a few small details that can help with your mental discipline while on cycle. Resisting the temptation to add a substance when you're in full swing of a well thought out cycle. So many come here asking what compounds can they add because they are enjoying the results and want to push it even more. I would even argue that extending a cycle when it's nearing the end would fall into the same category. Not for all, but many. As I said I'm not knocking those that do these things, as I've made changes myself, I'm just speaking to the driving force behind the changes. If the mind is in the correct place then all tends to be good. Which is another reason why it's recommended that someone with little training experience should stay away from AAS. Time spent grinding away in the gym is a great mental preparation. Someone who turns to AAS for that quick muscle gain / fix, also tends to be the one that has the mental pitfalls and trouble climbing back out.

I'm not saying the following is bad, I'm just saying some clearly get out of control and didn't give any real thought to their decision other than "I want to be better."

Those changes to a cycle tend to lead to a certain mindset that more is better and can lead down the path of not wanting to PCT, and instead blasting and cruising without giving it much thought as to the benefits and consequences of the decision. If someone takes the time to plan out a cycle, it can be counterproductive mentally to now interrupt that well laid out cycle that took months of planning, with a spur of the moment "what can I add."

One guy comes to mind, and I won't mention his name but I haven't seen him around here lately. He clearly was cycling heavy and blasting and cruising in an uncontrolled manner. I got the impression he was scared of what would happen to his body if he came off, to the point of appearing dependent on his cycle. **If anyone knows who I'm speaking of, please don't put him on blast, as I was only using his case as an example.**

I understand that, I have been training for some time now and have been heavy for about 2 years (going on my third). Its kind of scary to think that if I start using AAS I would want to continue to use it for the rest of my life. Do some people do a cycle or two then cut it down and just maintain at the gym?

I mean, dont get me wrong I love going to the gym but I dont want it to consume my life entirely.

And to what the guy said about being healthy I completely agree, health is more important than being hot. Ive seen lots of gay men do cycles thinking its gonna get potential mates to swarm them and it doesnt. But Ive digressed.

Anyways, I just wanted to know if there are people who cycle it for 2-3 times there life and feel satisfied with that?

 

[soldier74]

Good info here. I 'm coming to the end of my 1st test cycle & was thinking of extending it a few weeks... now I'm second guessing that thought. I mainly just don't like the thought of my dick not working for any time at all...I guess during pct.

 

[markie59]

They are a part of my life now at 53, but longevity is now priority. testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and a couple of reasonable blasts should do it. I will be happy to look like Sly Stallon at 66. I read some post the other day about older guys saying their hemocrit and blood pressure was real high while taking EQ during a cycle. Why would anyone ask for a stroke when there are much safer compounds available. Nothing like a 240lbs corpse in great shape. Staying on for life requires sensible adjustment to what your body can handle. Anybody using Tren, anadrol, or EQ over 50yrs old has a death wish.

 

[jkmola]

49 yrs old. Few cycles under my belt - blasting and cruising since I found out I had low T couple of yrs ago. No sense in pushing any limits, bad things happen with old age and heavy weights. Don't wanna risk any injuries at this stage of my life. Like above poster, one maybe two sensible cycles a year, and just cruise on my testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) dose. I want to gain just a little more size, then I'll settle for just trying to look good from there on out.

 

[MeatHead96]

Blast and cruise all day. And yes I do take measure for my health. Run BP meds and monitor every day. Bloodwork every couple months, giving bloods, etc. Still risks involved and that's the choices we make. I only do so because I'm on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for life anyways.

 

[kamikaze]

1-2 cycle a year for me. Currently doing my longest cycle; then i'll do a blend mast/tren/prop cycle end of this year or beginning of next.. Possibly a 2 year break after that as long as I recovery well and have decent test throughout.

 

[MOEGREEN]

Agree with Rip, about 2 a year but I am on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) the rest of my life (47 years young) so not much else I can do but keep close eye on my bloodwork and make sure everyhing is good...My dose a week keeps me at a better advantage than most as I am happy with that but need to just keep an eye out for anyhting that changes. I am on a blast right now and will be done in about 2 weeks, than back to normal testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) dose but feel great right now!..

 

[ELicit23]

I'm gonna try it out once and see how i like it/ results/ learn how my body reacts. If i want to stick with it maybe a cycle a year before the summer or maybe two.

 

[Hrnyfckr]

This is a great thread. I'm 52 and currently doing a pct after a long complex cycle. I've learned a few things. First, for me, more is not better. I did a really high test 1g/tren 600/mast 400 cycle followed by a cruise of simply 500 test for 3 months and then into a blast with 750 test/600 NPP/ 600eq then back to cruise before i came off. My body did fine with all this, but my favorite part of the cycle, with the most gains was the simple cruise in the middle and the end of the cycle! I felt better, I wasn't edgy, I ate better and slept better.
From now on I think I'll be keeping it simple. No more than 1g of gear combined. No more than 16 week runs. I haven't decided if I'm gonna blast and cruise again or just come off every 4 months. It depends how my recovery goes. I'm actually enjoying pct... Sure my training is harder, but I haven't lost weight, but I enjoy having a clear head and more normal social interactions. On cycle all I wanna do is fuck and eat and train! Still I'm looking forward to going back on as soon as I can. I've already bought my next cycle. So yes.... Roids for life!

 

[JJamz125]

I am 31 years old and have done 1 cycle of Test Cyp for 10 weeks only. I have been off cycle for 3 months now and am planning to start my 2nd cycle of Test and Deca with a D-bol kick starter soon. I have been researching blasting and cruising for awhile now but I am going to cycle on and off for the first few cycles. I have been working out since I was 21 so I know I love the gym just not sure if I want to be on Test for the rest of my life. I love the way it feels when your on though! It is definitely addictive.

 

[Next Level]

I haven't taken the plunge yet but I will. I'm 31 and have been working out hard with a decent to good diet for 10 years. I started at around 140-150lbs and currently sit at 175lbs at 10-12% BF (guess based on pictures on this site).

I recenty had my testosterone tested and it was within range but very low for my age (288 or 10 depending on which measurement you use). I've naturally increased my test level to 357 or 12.6 with a higher fat diet (in 3 weeks) but it's still low.

TRT scares me for a number of reasons, such as; possibly fertility issues and lifelong commitment.

Ideally, I will be able to up my test level naturally to the middle or high end of the scale, then cycle 1-2 times a year. The prospect of my hard work in the gym coming faster is very enticing as my training is solid.

 

[MeatHead96]

This is a great thread. I'm 52 and currently doing a post cycle therapy (pct) after a long complex cycle. I've learned a few things. First, for me, more is not better. I did a really high test 1g/tren 600/mast 400 cycle followed by a cruise of simply 500 test for 3 months and then into a blast with 750 test/600 NPP/ 600eq then back to cruise before i came off. My body did fine with all this, but my favorite part of the cycle, with the most gains was the simple cruise in the middle and the end of the cycle! I felt better, I wasn't edgy, I ate better and slept better.
From now on I think I'll be keeping it simple. No more than 1g of gear combined. No more than 16 week runs. I haven't decided if I'm gonna blast and cruise again or just come off every 4 months. It depends how my recovery goes. I'm actually enjoying post cycle therapy (pct)... Sure my training is harder, but I haven't lost weight, but I enjoy having a clear head and more normal social interactions. On cycle all I wanna do is fuck and eat and train! Still I'm looking forward to going back on as soon as I can. I've already bought my next cycle. So yes.... Roids for life!

I'd be interested to see how you recover after all that at 52. At that age and if your going to be using gear like that I don't even see why you wouldn't just get on HRT. 500 test is not really a cruise dose so basically you were on a super long cycle.

 

[MeatHead96]

I am 31 years old and have done 1 cycle of Test Cyp for 10 weeks only. I have been off cycle for 3 months now and am planning to start my 2nd cycle of Test and Deca with a D-bol kick starter soon. I have been researching blasting and cruising for awhile now but I am going to cycle on and off for the first few cycles. I have been working out since I was 21 so I know I love the gym just not sure if I want to be on Test for the rest of my life. I love the way it feels when your on though! It is definitely addictive.

It's a big commitment. At your age if your still recovering well I would definitely weigh your options. The choice to stay on is not one to be taken lightly. It sounds like your taking the right steps though and not rushing into anything.

 

[ForeverAesthetic]

I definitely don't. It's part of the reason I'd rather cycle while younger as well, than when I'm older. I honestly don't see myself doing any more than three test cycles. My goals are different than most on here I would think. I don't want the bodybuilder look. Due to my height, I think I can look really aesthetic with quite a lot of mass, but staying quite lean. I'm just doing to use AAS to get to my ideal weight, then have a really low bodyfat. Then it's just about maintaining that naturally from there.

 

[mosh69]

Great thread w/some interesting posts...Here's my experience and outlook.
After training naturally for close to 20 yrs I finally took the plunge in 06 which made me around 35yrs old.
Originally did a cpl Test/Deca runs (Probably in the mid dose range 4-500mg each/wk.
I'm gna be completely honest (Why not), I've never run PCT of any kind and (Knock on wood) have never had any noticeable sides.
That's not to say I wouldn't have had better results w/some type of Aromatase inhibitor (AI) and HCG...cost has always been an issue so it is what it is.
I've trained for over 20 years and absolutely LOVE gear so I have no problem whatsoever accepting a lifetime comittment to the game.
I don't get real anal as far as charting every nuance and logging every "Cycle" I do.
I basically stay on yr round trying to keep it low most months. So I guess yeah that would be considered "Cruising" around 250/wk and "Blasting off" with a Tren ace/Test prop cycle 2 or 3 times a yr.
I love the fuck out of Tren and honestly don't see the point in doing anything else for my occasional Blasts...Tren is God!
Had my blood work done 6 months ago and all was well except a slight spike in Kindney levels which we attributed to my weight gain of 30+ pounds after getting back on immediately after being realeased from prison after a yr away (My only major side effect btw, lol).

In the year I was gone, after being on steady for at least 3 years I obviously experienced alot of stress and weight loss.
The stress was a given considering my situation, but I wasn't suicidal, maintained erections, and didn't notice any adverse health issues....and that was after a straight cold turkey end.
I've been home over 2 years and haven't missed a week...I was pinning w/in 3 days (God bless my sources).
Ive been running 250/wk for the past few months but after a month break from the gym I'm thinking I wanna bump it up to 600/wk...my product is 300mg/ml so it's just easier than 500.
I'm actually getting a physical w/a new Dr tomorrow...a young indian guy who I've met and really like and respect.
I'll post up how that goes, although I don't anticipate blood work at this time.
Sorry so long...hope I informed a bit.

 

[mosh69]

Think I'm gna change my name to "The thread killer" lol