So, I ran a log awhile back (and currently logging natty products that were a continuation of PCT - Anabolic Effect and M-Test). In the past, I’ve ran oral Ph’s only - Bold, twice, back in the good old days of legality there, and then 1,4, Epi-andro.
I realize that’s basically like running steroids. I thought I had an aversion to giving myself shots.
Then I went down the rabbit hole of L-Carnitine, fat loss, androgen receptor benefits, potential longevity benefits, etc. And now I have no aversion to needles and enjoy my L-Carn pin with no TMAO concerns.
With leads me to this post. I’m in my 30’s, I have blood work scheduled in a few weeks to get my baseline. I am considering (and already have) beginning my first Test-E cycle, beginning low and then increasing up to 500 maximum. Unless my bloodwork comes back with sh*t test levels, I don’t plan on blasting and cruising on TRT yet.
I do plan on using a solid PCT instead, and if I added in anything it would be LGD for the last 4 or so weeks out of 12.
I have exemestane on hand. I’m purchasing nolva and clomid. I am also going to get Arimadex.
If needed, I’ve read to add HCBG, but I don’t think it would be necessary. I keep cardio support supps on hand, and will be adding in any other ancillaries as I see fit.
I would like to get bloodwork done about 8 weeks in, and then about 12-16 weeks post cycle/pct as well.
Diet and training is logged everyday without fail. I have been lifting consistently for over a decade, nagging injuries have seemed to subside quite a bit, and I have 2 kids with no current intentions of having more. But also not trying to go infertile, hence a careful PCT and a post to plan this out.
This seems like a good time to begin the plan to execute, as I only need to acquire a few PCT items and I’ll be moving to a house the wife and I just closed on, one that’s both closer to my gym and more conducive to home based training if needed, so there will be no excuses (not like I make any now, I’m just thinking of all upside) and no lack of intensity if I can’t leave the house to do what I need.
I welcome and appreciate all opinions on this. The amount of research I’ve done and still continue to do is tremendous, but real world experience from a board I trust is necessary as well.
I fully expect to go on TRT eventually, and this is something I’ve considered for awhile. But nonetheless, I’m going to do this as safely as possible. I monitor my BP regularly and again, I take support supps for all organs. For hair, I’m using minoxidil and RU58841 preventively now, started after noticing a bit of thinning. Will up the RU on cycle a bit.
There’s no jumping the gun, I’m still in a slight cut and likely will continue this for a few more weeks and then get prepped more. I just want to know opinions, and to see if there’s anything I have forgotten to mention.
I have no drastic expectations, but I feel like the stress I put my body through on oral cycles for extended periods can definitely be negated by doing something smart with the hormone that’s been around and widely used for half a century.
Let the thoughts and discussions commence.
I realize that’s basically like running steroids. I thought I had an aversion to giving myself shots.
Then I went down the rabbit hole of L-Carnitine, fat loss, androgen receptor benefits, potential longevity benefits, etc. And now I have no aversion to needles and enjoy my L-Carn pin with no TMAO concerns.
With leads me to this post. I’m in my 30’s, I have blood work scheduled in a few weeks to get my baseline. I am considering (and already have) beginning my first Test-E cycle, beginning low and then increasing up to 500 maximum. Unless my bloodwork comes back with sh*t test levels, I don’t plan on blasting and cruising on TRT yet.
I do plan on using a solid PCT instead, and if I added in anything it would be LGD for the last 4 or so weeks out of 12.
I have exemestane on hand. I’m purchasing nolva and clomid. I am also going to get Arimadex.
If needed, I’ve read to add HCBG, but I don’t think it would be necessary. I keep cardio support supps on hand, and will be adding in any other ancillaries as I see fit.
I would like to get bloodwork done about 8 weeks in, and then about 12-16 weeks post cycle/pct as well.
Diet and training is logged everyday without fail. I have been lifting consistently for over a decade, nagging injuries have seemed to subside quite a bit, and I have 2 kids with no current intentions of having more. But also not trying to go infertile, hence a careful PCT and a post to plan this out.
This seems like a good time to begin the plan to execute, as I only need to acquire a few PCT items and I’ll be moving to a house the wife and I just closed on, one that’s both closer to my gym and more conducive to home based training if needed, so there will be no excuses (not like I make any now, I’m just thinking of all upside) and no lack of intensity if I can’t leave the house to do what I need.
I welcome and appreciate all opinions on this. The amount of research I’ve done and still continue to do is tremendous, but real world experience from a board I trust is necessary as well.
I fully expect to go on TRT eventually, and this is something I’ve considered for awhile. But nonetheless, I’m going to do this as safely as possible. I monitor my BP regularly and again, I take support supps for all organs. For hair, I’m using minoxidil and RU58841 preventively now, started after noticing a bit of thinning. Will up the RU on cycle a bit.
There’s no jumping the gun, I’m still in a slight cut and likely will continue this for a few more weeks and then get prepped more. I just want to know opinions, and to see if there’s anything I have forgotten to mention.
I have no drastic expectations, but I feel like the stress I put my body through on oral cycles for extended periods can definitely be negated by doing something smart with the hormone that’s been around and widely used for half a century.
Let the thoughts and discussions commence.
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