LilPsychotic
Well-known member
I moved my comments from the supplement forum to the steroid forum concerning this post by 123USMC.
My rule of thumb (many may disagree) is to do at the maximum, two cycles per year. This gives adequate time off for the body to recover. A cycle of steroids, designer (otc) or otherwise, throws many bodily systems out of whack (just about every hormonal mechanism, as well as major organ function). I think that one cycle every 6 months is sufficient for gains and recovery. I choose to just do one normal cycle, and maybe throw in a mini cycle(two weeks or less, or some variation of a pulse cycle) annually. This is just what I recommend based on how my body responds to steroids. Post cycle therapy is a relatively new trend that helps users recovery quicker, thus keeping gains and avoiding harsh drawn out hormonal imbalances. It helps the body acheive homeostasis much quicker than simply coming off of juice. It is more of a new age trend that most older body builders know little of. I suggest you read this link:
http://anabolicminds.com/forum/post-cycle-therapy/66113-no-excuses-no.html