Halo Extreme Cycle/PCT

[Garciaryand]

Hey everybody, new to the forum. I've been creeping around for a few weeks doing research on an upcoming Halo Extreme cycle. I have a few questions and hoping for some constructive criticism on what will be my first PH cycle.
I'm 25 years old, have about 7 solid years of working out. Im sitting at 180 lbs, 12 percent body fat, and 5'7". I've ran a few natural test boosters in the past but got my hands on some halo extreme by IML. I've done a lot of research but have had some conflicting information so decided to create my own thread on this awesome forum!
Here's what I plan to run pre, during and post cycle.


Pre-load: 2400mg NAC, 1200mg Hawthorne Berry

Question#1 is it necessary to load NAC?

Daily on cycle :
Halo: 75/75/75/75/75 (5 weeks and 5 days/ 2 full bottles)
2.6g primrose oil( anti inf)
4g fish oils
vitamin code Multi
Joint support
4-6g Taurine
+potassium for back pumps
Added doses of Hawthorne berry and NAC
2 servings CEL cycle assist taken hours after halo to avoid absorption issues
E control for post cycle and flare ups on cycle

Question#2 Is an AI/ estrogen blocker detrimental during pct? Is a test booster such as activate extreme/huge berate detrimental during pct?

Post cycle
Nolva 20/20/10/10
Dpol
Cycle assist + added dosages of nac maybe tudca
Fish oils
Vitamin code
Joint support
Creatine
Zma

Diet: 3500-4000 clean calories. 2 gallons of water with aminos per day as well.
Consist mostly of :
Quinoa
Chicken
Brown rice
Fish
Red meat
Cottage cheese
Fruit
Greek yogurt
Gainer/Protein shakes
Oatmeal
Peanut butter, almond butter
Lots of bananas for potassium
Ezekiel bread
Almonds
Honey
Spinach
Protein bars
Cold pressed Virgin olive oil
2-3 bowls mixed raw veggies daily
Egg whites

Workout routine: still working on a split on cycle and post to help keep gains. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

Lastly I wanted your guys thoughts on how quick I would bounce back pct. I'm not so worried about libido at the moment. Just want to make sure I have everything lined up to make a full recovery post cycle. I've been reading some threads on widespread forums about bloodwork and I have to admit it scared me a little bit from the cycle. But I think mostly it was people running it wrong and only using OTC pct. As well as blood work being directly after the cycle and seeing the shutdown on paper. Halodrol is suppressive!

 

[unreal89]

looks good you should be fine im not sure how long but im on day 29 now of my sdmz 3.0 using nolva in 2 days at 10/10/10/10 and ad-3 pct and apex male test booster so ill let u know how i bounce back your cycle looks better than mine.

 

[highlander31]

Welcome man. You should see if you can get this thread in Anabolics section, not pro BB, for the most help.

That said, I'll give you my 2 cents.

On your cycle, I would recommend starting Halo at 50mg and bump accordingly. If youve researched, youve heard the "sweet spot" for a dose, and yours could be 50mg. There is no need to run it higher while you are seeing results. When the results slow or stop is when you can bump it. Most the the time, when you run above your sweet spot, all you gain are sides with no extra gains or benefits. I would run Halo at 50mg for at least 1 week, and then bump to 75mg. You could even bump to 100mg if you wanted towards the end. 6 week cycle length is a good start. 8 weeks in not uncommon for Halo tho either. You can preload NAC/Hawthorne if youd like, but its individual dependent. I do not, and I do just fine with Liver and Blood pressure. I bump cycle support when I need to (CEL Cycle Assist) with extra grape seed if my BP rises cause I get headaches past 130 systolic.

PCT looks fine. Keep Nolva 20/20/10/10. No need for TUDCA here so dont waste it. You could take on cycle if youd like, But Halo is relatively mild and I dont personally see the need for it, but it obviously would not hurt you if you are a better safe than sorry mentality.

For PCT, I would also add a natty anabolic or libido booster like LJ100 (Longjack product) or Epic Unleashed, AlphaMax, Anabeta Elite, etc

Think about adding SNS brand Reduce XT for cortisol control in PCT. You would start it after 2 weeks into PCT then run it for 4 weeks.

You always want an AI on hand.

AI in PCT is person dependent. Personally, I always start to use one 2 weeks into PCT and taper off over 4 weeks of use. This obviously depends what AI you have on hand.

Test bosters, in my opinion, are nice to have in PCT, but not a necessity. Bare bones PCT which some people like is just a Clomid/Nolva and an AI.

 

[Garciaryand]

Welcome man. You should see if you can get this thread in Anabolics section, not pro BB, for the most help.

That said, I'll give you my 2 cents.

On your cycle, I would recommend starting Halo at 50mg and bump accordingly. If youve researched, youve heard the "sweet spot" for a dose, and yours could be 50mg. There is no need to run it higher while you are seeing results. When the results slow or stop is when you can bump it. Most the the time, when you run above your sweet spot, all you gain are sides with no extra gains or benefits. I would run Halo at 50mg for at least 1 week, and then bump to 75mg. You could even bump to 100mg if you wanted towards the end. 6 week cycle length is a good start. 8 weeks in not uncommon for Halo tho either. You can preload NAC/Hawthorne if youd like, but its individual dependent. I do not, and I do just fine with Liver and Blood pressure. I bump cycle support when I need to (CEL Cycle Assist) with extra grape seed if my BP rises cause I get headaches past 130 systolic.

PCT looks fine. Keep Nolva 20/20/10/10. No need for TUDCA here so dont waste it. You could take on cycle if youd like, But Halo is relatively mild and I dont personally see the need for it, but it obviously would not hurt you if you are a better safe than sorry mentality.

For PCT, I would also add a natty anabolic or libido booster like LJ100 (Longjack product) or Epic Unleashed, AlphaMax, Anabeta Elite, etc

Think about adding SNS brand Reduce XT for cortisol control in PCT. You would start it after 2 weeks into PCT then run it for 4 weeks.

You always want an AI on hand.

AI in PCT is person dependent. Personally, I always start to use one 2 weeks into PCT and taper off over 4 weeks of use. This obviously depends what AI you have on hand.

Test bosters, in my opinion, are nice to have in PCT, but not a necessity. Bare bones PCT which some people like is just a Clomid/Nolva and an AI.

Thanks for the suggestions. Will definitely be adding a few more things to the stack. Plus Super pct by OL and throwing out dpol. Also if I was go get bloods. What should i get checked to make sure it gets back to normal homeostasis levels. I'm looking into 3rd party blood work right now and curious what I would be checking prior and post to cycle. Thank you again.

 

[highlander31]

Thanks for the suggestions. Will definitely be adding a few more things to the stack. Plus Super pct by OL and throwing out dpol. Also if I was go get bloods. What should i get checked to make sure it gets back to normal homeostasis levels. I'm looking into 3rd party blood work right now and curious what I would be checking prior and post to cycle. Thank you again.

Ideally you would want to check Total Test, Free Test, Estradiol, Prolactin, LH, FSH, SHBG, Liver Enzymes, etc. There is usually a comprehensive Male Hormone Panel, which is what you would want. At minimum you would want to check Test levels and E2. I know some places have really cheap Total Test/E2 checks, but its not too informative or comprehensive.

Good call on Super PCT in place of Dpol.

 

[chanvai]

Share your thanks offline things you shared your help a lot in the gym

 

[DonnieM]

Share your thanks offline things you shared your help a lot in the gym

Huh, sorry, what?

 

[Jsmcougar68]

He is asking people to PM him what his PCT should be for a halo cycle....it depends partly if u pulse it u can get away with no PCT theoretically but will have a reduction in gains...but if ur running it straight it somewhat depends on length u will be running the halo.

 

[Jsmcougar68]

As to what ur PCT length should be