Considering a first cycle

[alexkellaris]

Hi Guys

I started a Dianabol cycle, took 20mg a day for 3 days and then stopped. I realized I know too little about steroids and wanted to gain more insight from the community and then attempt this the correct way. Firstly I would like to know if you guys think the 60mg of Dianabol I took is enough for me to need post cycle therapy (pct)?

I know you guys always ask for a person to publish their stats so here is my info:
Age 31, I am 5ft8 weight 80kg, not sure what that is in pounds.
Been gyming on and off all my life, am doing Crossfit now (I know majority of people on this forum are bodybuilders, so please let's not get into a discussion of BB vs CF)
Have been doing CF for 10 months 7 days a week.
My diet is very good and BF is sub 14%.

My reason for wanting to try a cycle is that I had a bad motorcycle injury that took me out of the gym for almost 3 months, and I have lost a lot of my gains. though not all.
I want to get back into the swing of things quickly, and take my gains even further than they were originally.
My only concern is shutting down the natural test my body produces permanently. I know people say your natural test production recovers, but I have also heard that there is a possibility that it won't. Is there any truth in this?

I will also attach 2 photo's of how I looked 3 months ago right before my accident.
Any advice, opinions will be greatly appreciated and taken on board.

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[fame2002]

The 3 days of dbol shouldn't be enough to shut you down, you should be fine although everyone's different and some are much more sensitive so it's a crap shoot.

If you're looking for a good cycle 12-16 weeks of test (cyp or enanthate) and dbol for the first 4 weeks 40-50 mgs per day along with 500-1000 ius Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) weekly throughout and a proper pct with clomid and nolvadex you will prob see amazing results. You look like you've got a good base, although I would suggest not just doing crossfit and def do some heavier lifting in the gym.

As far as the chance of your natty test prod being shut down for good, again everyone's different, it is a possibility although proper pct will give you the best chances. Being you're a little older obviously the chances are slightly higher. There's no way to really know unfortunately. All I can say about that is if you feel it's not worth t he risk then keep doing what you're doing. Also I'd say look into hgh for helping you come back after your injury, I've used it after 3 major shoulder surgeries and permanent nerve damage and would not be where I am without it. Good luck

 

[MattPorter]

Given you have a normal functioning pituitary and have the appropriate ancillaries for pct --- i highly doubt you will permanently affect your hpta function.

Not a fan of oral cycles only and 99% of other guys on this board are to --- I would try something simple like a long acting injectable that you pin twice weekly.

But -- you will experience some shut down so be warned and prepared.

-Matt

 

[Rosco FleX]

You shouldn't be shutdown, but it's likely that you are somewhat suppressed. But you'll be fine without a PCT at this point. Test only cycles for a first cycle are tried and true! Keep reading the boards, there is a lot of great info here....but here's an example of a well planned 1st cycle.

Week 1-12: Test C @ 500mg/Week
Week 2-12: Aromasin @ 12.5mg/EveryDay
Week 2-14: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) @ 250-500iu's/Every3Days (Quit taking about 4 days before beginning PCT)
PCT starts 18 days after last Test C injection like so...

Nolvadex
Week 1: 40mg/Everyday
Week 2: 40mg/Everyday
Week 3: 20mg/Everyday
Week 4: 20mg/Everyday

OR

Clomid
Week 1: 100mg/Ed
Week 2: 100mg/Ed
Week 3: 50mg/Ed
Week 4: 50mg/Ed

Some people pair Clomid and Nolvadex for PCT, but I personally find this highly unnecessary for a Test only cycle with Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) being used.

 

[alexkellaris]

Thanks guys, nice to get such quick responses, going to go with your suggested cycle Rosco.