Insulin is a hormone, which was originally designed for use among diabetics to help control and limit the negative effects of diabetes. Used in medical circles in decades, it was about fifteen years ago that top professional bodybuilders began experimenting with it in an attempt to grow their bodies beyond levels thought previously achievable. And it worked. Insulin use became standard practice for many top pros, which soon meant that the top amateurs were using it. Today you have people who have been training for less than two years experimenting with insulin for bodybuilding gains. The risks are, of course, many. Blindness, elevated risk of heart disease or stroke, kidney failure, and other ailments are potential side effects if the dosage is too strong or should the user fail to consume enough required carbohydrates. Thus far, there have only been ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (0)
Ephedrine is a highly effective agent for helping users to lose body fat. However, its original purpose wasn’t designed for athletes at all. It was actually created as a bronchial expectorant, designed to give help to people that had a hard time breathing due to asthma. As its ability to open up airways became more known, doctors began prescribing it to patients suffering from hay fever or severe sinus infections. It seems that if the drug can help people with chest and lung clogging due to asthma, it can help breathing performance in other groups facing medical issues.
Sports nutritionists keep very close eyes on new medicines for their ability to give their trained athletes an edge. As word emerged that ephedrine increases lung ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (1)
Natural testosterone in the body is a beautiful thing. It is produced by the testes upon orders form the pituitary gland, and all is controlled by the endocrine system. It is delivered consistently to the body and its delivery is regulated based upon need. When functioning perfectly, it’s a well-oiled machine that does collect some rust as it ages, and there is little issue with prostate health until age 40.
Injected testosterone is a whole ‘nother story. Converted to DHT (dihydrotestosterone) by the body, it immediately sets off a chain of events, which can be hard for the body to overcome. The pituitary gland orders the testes to halt production of testosterone once it senses the presence of high artificial levels of testosterone or DHT in the body. The receptors in the prostate react to the DHT by creating growth of ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (0)
When a bodybuilder uses a steroid cycle, he feels like Superman. His strength and muscle mass skyrocket, and his sex drive goes through the roof. He is aggressive and powerful. Once the cycle ends, however, it is quite another story. Whether it be from normal scheduled stops, or because the athlete simply runs out of drugs, there comes a time when testosterone supplementation has to stop. Very often, the endocrine system is damaged, and has halted production of testosterone by the testes due to the presence of artificial testosterone in the system for so long.
When this happens, the bodybuilder has three options. First, he can get right back on the “sauce” and start a new cycle. This is dangerous, as it only perpetuates the problem of endocrine shutdown. Also, it doesn’t give organs like the liver, kidneys, and prostate a ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (1)
From 2002 through 2005, pro-hormones were all the rage. Ever since some home run slugger was spotted with pro-hormones in his locker while storming through the record books, several brands of pro-hormones caught on with athletes everywhere, from high school through the pros. The pro-hormone craze was a brief one. The more than were tested, the more the FDA deemed their risks to outweigh their benefits, and they were soon banned from use in the United States. Today, pro-hormones are no more, in most circles.
Very often, the FDA makes decisions based upon hysteria, emotion, and political influence. Ephedrine is a very useful drug for getting lean and treating congestion in the chest due to severe sinuses or asthma. It had a very faithful ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (2)
A battle rages inside every bodybuilder. It is a conflict between two compounds, of polar opposite function in the muscle gain/loss spectrum. It is a lifetime struggle between the two, each more determined than the other to dictate the level of muscle you hold. It’s the battle between myostatin and androgens, and it’s taking place in your body right now!
Okay, perhaps that is a tad dramatic. The truth is that there are always positive and negative agents at work in your body, competing for resources, and countering each other’s effects in order to keep your body’s natural levels in check. Myostatin and androgens are no exception. Let’s learn more about them!
Myostatin is a natural regulator of muscle growth. In other words, it prevents muscle growth. People with too much myostatin are scrawny and lean. People with too little (those fabled ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (4)
There’s a new testosterone administration technique in town, and this one might become quite popular!
We all know that the most effective way to add testosterone to your body is through an injection. Commonly administrated with a shot to the glutes, shoulders, or other region, this testosterone was suspended in oil, drawn into a syringe, and plunged deep into the muscle group. The testosterone was then absorbed into the bloodstream and used by the body.
Another way to add testosterone to the body is through the use of a patch. Its effectiveness is argued, and it’s mainly used for low dose hormone replacement therapy. Elite bodybuilders wouldn’t be aided much by the ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (1)
Open up any bodybuilding magazine, and you’ll likely notice that one-third to one-half of the magazine consist of product ads. This is acceptable to most people. The issues are often 400 to 500 pages thick, and some of these products are useful. However, some of the advertisers are selling products with deceptive names, designed to trick buyers into believing they are buying steroids. What they’re actually doing is feeding upon the ignorance of the buyer.
Examples of this near-steroid naming convention could include “Anadral” (designed to sound like Anadrol) or “Testosterne” (designed to sound like Testosterone). Often, they’ll play off of nicknames as well. D-Bol is a nickname for Dianabol. So, some sellers will surreptitiously name their product “D-Bol”. After all, there is no registered drug with that name. The nickname ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (1)
For bodybuilders, the immune system is a tough cookie to crack. We train with weights so that we can be stronger and healthier. The workouts we endure place a great strain upon the central nervous system, which steals resources away from the body for recovery. Adequate sleep and nutrition can help to offset this weakened body state. Additionally, the use of multi-vitamins and a diet/supplementation program rich in anti-oxidants is very helpful as well in boosting the immune system performance.
The introduction of anabolic steroids into the body can be both a good thing and a bad thing for the immune system. First off, remember that anabolic steroids are often prescribed for AIDS patients in order to boost their immune system performance and ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (8)
If any single word was to be used to describe the anabolic steroid Estandron, a good choice might be ‘sloppy. Estrandon is a blended mix of three different esters of testosterone base, Testosterone Isocaproate, Testosterone Phenyl propionate, and Testosterone Propionate, along with an added female hormone, estradiol. This blend is often used in stacks calling for testosterone in bodybuilders and athletes looking to build mass and strength.
Why would we call it ‘sloppy’? Estandron is similar to Sustanon in its function and effects. The bodybuilder gets big – very big - but tends to lose tightness and sharpness as well. Male bodybuilders who take it experience a weight gain of 5 to 15 pounds very quickly, much of which ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (1)
If you are looking for an effective oral steroid for adding size and strength, Anadrol might be the one for you. First made available in the 1960s by a firm called Syntex, Anadrol was originally created for treatment of patients suffering from anemia. Anadrol was initially designated as a red blood cell count increaser, helping the blood produce more red blood cells. Scientists, well aware that increased red blood cell counts improved sports performance and muscle mass, began using Anadrol on bodybuilders and other athletes. The drug was then discontinued for several decades, as better anemia treatment compounds came on the scene. Only in the 1990s when the AIDS epidemic hit the scene did researchers realize that Anadrol was very effective in prolonging strength, vitality, and lifespan in those suffering from AIDS. As ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (6)
When it comes to your car, checking the depth and color of the fluids under the hood with a dipstick every few months is a good indicator of the health of your engine or transmission. For bodybuilders, you have that very same dipstick available to you for kidney health, right in front of your eyes, 10 to 15 times per day, and you probably don’t even know it. This gauge for kidney health is, of course, your urine stream.
If you drink enough water, your urine should be a near-clear color. Supplementation with vitamin B, Iron, or a multi-vitamin may lead to a darker yellow color for a few hours. But typically, a healthy male who is drinking an adequate amount of water (8 to 16 cups per day) should have ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (0)
Testosterone is often billed as the greatest thing since sliced bread. It’s the modern day fountain of youth. Giving men the ability to feel like 20-year old gods, despite the calendar stating they may be triple that age. The benefits of testosterone are many. The user gains strength and muscle mass. Body fat levels drop, and sexual thirst rises. The user feels energetic, strong, happy, positive, and above all, young. Testosterone is perfect, right? Maybe not.
There are some expected side effects of testosterone use. The prostate experiences some growth, which can be dangerous for men over 40 whose prostates are already undergoing the second stage of growth that occurs at that age. Male pattern baldness may ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (2)
The time has come in your life where you’re ready to start your first cycle of anabolic steroids. You’re nervous, you’re excited, and you probably have a million questions. The web is filled with great websites offering a wealth of information on various beginner stacks, purchasing options, etc. But most websites don’t take you through the standard medical, legal, and other questions that you should consider before making that first order or plunging that first needle. Here are a few questions to get your mind churning.
Do you have any existing medical conditions?
Look at the list of side effects for the steroids you are about to take. If you’re already suffering from certain maladies, steroids will make those issues ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (1)
The law of averages is very much alive and real in the medical world. For every man born with abnormally high levels of testosterone, there is certainly at least one many born with abnormally low levels. Testosterone supplementation can help to provide this unlucky chap with levels on par with his peers. If you think you might be a good candidate for testosterone supplementation, read further!
Symptoms of low testosterone
Many men initially notice their testosterone levels are dropping when their sexual performance begins to suffer. Weaker erections, a lack of interest in sex, or an inability to finish the act can all be signs of low testosterone. Additionally, their performance in the gym or on the field will begin ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (1)
When it comes to diet, bodybuilders can pretty much eat according to any diet plan. Excluding eight meals of sushi per day, of course. Most food sources are readily available to bodybuilders. When it comes to training, most bodybuilders with access to a gym and a somewhat flexible schedule (to avoid those very crowded times) can train following any routine they desire. When it comes to steroid use, however, the ability to use any stack you desire is certainly never there. When planning and running a stack, you’re always limited to whatever (possibly illegal) substances you are able to locate.
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) is a non-steroidal compound which is often more readily available than the more traditional and preferred anabolic steroids. It ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (1)
Many people – from bodybuilders to doctors to college partygoers – have heard of GHB. It’s had a history as a great way to gain muscle, being a date rape drug, and costing some people their lives. It’s a dangerous yet highly useful drug. Let’s learn more about its origins, uses, and whether or not bodybuilders should indulge in it.
GHB, or Gamma-hydroxybutyrate, was initially used in Europe for a variety of medical purposes. It was mainly used for pain management during periods of childbirth, as a sedative for addicts and alcoholics, and as a general anesthetic for all sorts of emergency room woes. It used to be available over the counter in the United States, twenty years ago. Health food stores reported it ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (1)
When the liver is facing additional stress and work due to the presence of anabolic steroids, it releases compounds called SGOT and SGPT. When the damage stops being incurred, it stops releasing these two chemicals. Standard blood screens detect the levels of SGOT and SGPT, and those are the readings that doctors use to analyze just how much damage is being incurred by the liver.
Once the damage stops being incurred, the liver stops releasing these compounds. The liver is a remarkable organ which does have the ability to regenerate new cells, but the level as to which it can repair itself varies among individuals and is influenced by many factors, including rest times ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (1)
“All hat, no cattle” the old oilman’s phrase goes. This expression illustrates the silliness of the man who doesn’t invest wisely. In the marketing world, the phrase “all sizzle, no steak” might be appropriate to describe a similar case, of the product that looks great but doesn’t have many benefits. In the bodybuilding world, the steroid Esiclene might be somewhat similar.
Esiclene, or Formebolone, is a water-based steroid. Made in Italy and very popular among bodybuilders worldwide, it is extremely weak. Yet it remains a top choice of top professional bodybuilders. Esiclene is used strictly for short-term localized muscle swelling. This results in larger, harder muscles wherever the shot is administered. ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (0)
Anadrol is a helluva drug.
Extremely effective for building strength and lean muscle mass, this anabolic steroid gets results. Subjects taking this compound typically add several pounds of muscle in 1-2 weeks, with gains continuing even as body fat levels drop. Strength goes up significantly, as does aggression in the gym. There is a huge water weight gain as well, which makes the user feel as big as a house.
Taken in high doses, however, Anadrol can prove very detrimental for health. As with most anabolic steroids, the most powerful drugs have the most powerful side effects. The extreme spike in ...Posted in: Steroid Articles | | Comments (8)
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