Thread: Equipoise for Safer Muscle Development

Equipoise (Boldenone Undecylenate) is a testosterone derivative wherein a double bond was added between the 1 and 2 carbons of the naturally-occurring hormone. Designed as a longer-lasting injectable alternative to the widely popular orally-administered Dbol (Dianabol), Eq shares the strong anabolic effects of testosterone but is much less androgenic. Equipoise is a decent steroid that is quite popular for bodybuilders.
Because of the double bond, boldenone offers unique characteristics that are not found in other steroids. For one, it resists conversion by the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme [1] but the small quantities that is nonetheless converted produces a very potent derivative, dihydroboldenone, which is roughly 7 times as anabolic as testosterone [ 2]. The effect of boldanone is not mediated by dihydroboldenone, though, which led to the conclusion that it works by upgrading the androgen receptor thereby allowing the hormones to exert a greater anabolic effect, as proven in the case of strong androgenic drugs like anadrol.
The appetite-enhancing property of Eq is also well-known among users. This increase in appetite aids the muscle-building process, as high nutritional intake hastens protein synthesis that is known to be the primary cause of muscle mass buildup - as more protein molecules are made available to the muscular system, the faster the body heals torn muscle fibers. Equipoise also increases nitrogen retention in the muscles, which further aids protein synthesis.
Another unique property of boldanone is its very slow rate of aromatization (conversion to estrogen), which goes as slow as half of the rate for testosterone[3]. This results in very insignificant estrogenic side effects to users, even in fairly high doses and in longer periods. Thus, this is a safe alternative to testosterone, as estrogenice side effects such as oily skin, acne, and gynecomastia for men and development of male sexual characteristics in women are rarely reported. The low androgenic effect is the reason why many male and female bodybuilders and athletes prefer to use this compound, alone or stacked with other drugs.
Many steroids cause increases in the red blood cells (RBCs) but Equipoise does it better than most (with the exception of erythropoietin or EPO, which is precisely designed to raise erythrocytes). More RBCs equate to more oxygen in the blood, which in turn increases stamina that translates to better speed, endurance and strength. Also, better glycogenolysis (repletion of glycogen lost during exercise) is observed during use of Eq.
The slow but constant muscle buildup one gets from Equipoise is due to the undeclynate ester that is used, which, with 11 carbons, is longer than the decanoate ester used in Deca. Thus, the effect of the drug is felt for a longer time than ordinary testosterone (it stays active for more than four weeks). For this reason, use of the drug by tested athletes is not advised, as it is detectable in doping tests for a long time. Still, with so many benefits one gets from using Equipoise, the limited side effects, including its low toxicity on the liver, and high availability, countless enthusiasts, male or female, favor it over other steroids.
Users usually stack boldenone with testosterone ester like enanthate or cypionate for good gains in a bulking cycle. For those who favor Deca, adding a little boldenone will improve appetite and vascularity. For cutting cycles, stacking Eq with trenbolone, stanazol or testosterone propionate would give muscle hardness and strength, and increase muscle definition. The use of ancillary drugs such as anti-aromatases or anti-estrogens is seldom required when using boldenone.
Current brands of boldenone available aside from Equipoise are Vebonol, Boldebal-H, Pace, and sybolin. These are available from online pharmacies.

Reference:
2 Schanzer, Donike , Metabolism of boldenone in man : Gas chromatographic/mass spectrometric identification of urinary excreted metabolites and determination of excretion rates, Bol Mass Spec 21, 1992, 3-16
Counsel et al., "Anabolic Agents. Derivatives of 5alpha-Androst-1-ene", J. Org. Chem., 27 (1962), 248-251
Endocrinology 71 (1962) 920-25

ah love my EQ diets! =)

Interesting. Has anyone, knows someone, who has ran it solo? I am a test base type guy but Im just curious about this.

been taking test e and eq for 6 weeks. 750 test 600 eq every week. Feeling great. Lol

I ran eq at 600 for 20 weeks didn't see a whole lot from it until right around my 10th week. But when it kicks in you'll know it

A good read for the common man.

I notice an increase in appetite with this compound. In turn, some good gains. Definitely a top 3 choice for me.

eq ftw. Always ran it with test e and around 8-10 weeks everyone at work noticed a difference.

I'm thinking of running it with 600mg of sust for 16 weeks.