Truth Bombs - Why do you take steroids?

[QuickSeshM8]

Im 32, 5’8 currently a pretty lean 73kg and am looking to bulk up past my heaviest of 75kg. Ive always been interested in seeing how far I can push my body.

Ive been hitting the weights since I was 15, I have had great personal results for my size. I know a lot about fitness and nutrition. Pretty much obsessed with all sorts of aggressive fitness that tackles my mental issues of temper, anxiety and depression.

I also train a lot in martial arts and have competed at amateur and semi pro level, mma, boxing, kick boxing and grappling. I do this for the kick of adrenaline it gives me and the fantastic community and diversity it provides.

The reason I got into steroids originally was for recovery from my martial arts sessions. (This was after i stopped competing). I would train mostly BJJ and train heavy weights sessions 3/4 times a week.

I love the fact my libido is through the roof, Im fucking like a pornstar, my Mrs loves big muscles so shes loving it, I appreciate my life more, Im more confident and Im happy with what I see in the mirror. This is what Steroids are giving me.

To be honest guys, muscles are probably only a small part of my reasoning for steroids. I dont go overboard with cycles, Im calculated with my approach and I always eat healthy.

Im on my 4th cycle in 3 years. currently Week 6 on 400mg Test E and 250mg Deca (even though I think Deca may be having a negative effect on libido and wood). Might have to lower Deca.

Im just beginning to think that this may be me forever, lifes better on gear, but being the paranoid health guy I am, I worry this is a stupid decision.

Im opening up to you guys, I want to hear your stories or reasoning behind your use. I want some truth. If you think Im a fuckwit for my reasoning. So be it.

Appreciate anyone taking the time to read or reply.

Cheers


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[samgraves82]

I just started lifting/gear to be the exact opposite ibwas as a junkie. It makes me feel good about myself and the wife loves it too even tho she used to not even care about muscle etc. In short, insecurity is my reason.

[QuickSeshM8]

I just started lifting/gear to be the exact opposite ibwas as a junkie. It makes me feel good about myself and the wife loves it too even tho she used to not even care about muscle etc. In short, insecurity is my reason.

As long as you’re feeling good brother. How do you feel off cycle? I know all my PCTs have been a bit rough. My emotional state is completely flat/numb, which becomes a bit of a problem.
Do feel you need to stay on the gear now to keep things positive?
My Mrs wouldn’t admit it but I realised she was hinting for me to get back on it at one point. Like she prefers me on it.


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[jimmyjones13]

I have always been pretty small/skinny. I used over the counter supps and on and off w gym to small results (probably cause I had little knowledge of nutrition, exercising correctly, etc.) My first time cycling I was in jail and I loved the results, the body composition change, the energy and feel of life. And when I had conjugal with my then girlfriend I was killing it and she was absolutely sprung. I feel like a god and everything in the world is fine. Some people use other drugs to cope with life and I choose steroids as my drug if choice lol.

[LukasISsmall]

I started lifting again while I was in treatment for a year from 6yrs of opiate addiction that started when I was 16. Lifting for me is a outlet and coping mechanism and I've been sober for a little over 3yrs now. Started my first cycle because I didnt like what I seen in the mirror and brought me down. After my first cycle of test gained 10lbs smm and lost 6%bf. As it stands im starting to like how I look. Helps my mood and I believe will keep me from going back to my old shit.

[JOKR]

TRT was my gateway. Pretty simple. Now it’s a hobby. Sounds F-in crazy to say that but it’s the truth.


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[Razorbak]

Because I am vain and I love the gym atmosphere and the natural high from working out. If I wasn’t getting the natural high I would be getting my high somewhere else because I am a recovering drug addict and always will be. I have learned the only “cure” for me is the gym.

[Frome]

Pure vanity. I obsess over women and want to look good at 47.

With the exception of the last few years I’ve always been the high testosterone, aggressive, alpha male type. Love heavy lifting. Levels dropped off and I need to feel that again, especially now that I’m single again!

That and I’ve always had a Napoleon complex. Now I’m 5’8” and just south of 200lbs. Fairly lean but not single digit body fat.

[Pulpfiction]

I was a junkie as well, sober for 4 years. I was introduced to gear in my early 20’s through an ex fiancés father. Dude was JACKED. I’ve always associated with me being healthy and doing well and being on cycle all together. As long as my bloods come back fine I don’t see an issue, being on trt helps with me getting checked and keeping everything in line. I like the way I feel and how I handle situations and life in general on it. I work a solid program and don’t think gear is the answer but anything that helps me stay away from drugs(I did them all, iv heroin user and coke) I’ll run it!

[samgraves82]

I was a junkie as well, sober for 4 years. I was introduced to gear in my early 20’s through an ex fiancés father. Dude was JACKED. I’ve always associated with me being healthy and doing well and being on cycle all together. As long as my bloods come back fine I don’t see an issue, being on trt helps with me getting checked and keeping everything in line. I like the way I feel and how I handle situations and life in general on it. I work a solid program and don’t think gear is the answer but anything that helps me stay away from drugs(I did them all, iv heroin user and coke) I’ll run it!Me too man!!

[samgraves82]

As long as you’re feeling good brother. How do you feel off cycle? I know all my PCTs have been a bit rough. My emotional state is completely flat/numb, which becomes a bit of a problem.
Do feel you need to stay on the gear now to keep things positive?
My Mrs wouldn’t admit it but I realised she was hinting for me to get back on it at one point. Like she prefers me on it.


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[Riggs]

I'm addicted to the illusion of being in control of my body.

I also want to be able to in my old age say "when I could - I FUQ'N DID."

[Argon Coagulator]

Because they enhance life and well being. They can also ruin health so be sure to regularly get your kidneys, liver, heart and prostate checked. Especially if you don't cycle completely off. Doctors will work with you. I actually asked my new family doctor if he could keep this info "off the books" and he did. He basically said they would never condone the use of them, but they are not here to judge, but rather to help keep you as healthy as possible. That's a good doctor IMO.

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[QuickSeshM8]

I'm addicted to the illusion of being in control of my body.

I also want to be able to in my old age say "when I could - I FUQ'N DID."

That resonates. Ive never thought about the control aspect. I was one of those weirdos who liked cutting weight for fights because I could do so, easy. I definitely love to control and manipulate by body.

I also, have a bit of a complex of looking like one of those yucky mid 30s beer belly blokes at the park with their kids. They who look like they have just said “fuck it” to their well being. Im never letting myself go like that!


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[QuickSeshM8]

Because they enhance life and well being. They can also ruin health so be sure to regularly get your kidneys, liver, heart and prostate checked. Especially if you don't cycle completely off. Doctors will work with you. I actually asked my new family doctor if he could keep this info "off the books" and he did. He basically said they would never condone the use of them, but they are not here to judge, but rather to help keep you as healthy as possible. That's a good doctor IMO.

I do need to get my bloods done more regularly. I dont think Il cycle off completely.
You are a lucky man, Its costly here in Australia. I would love to know of a Dr like that here in Melbourne.

So if anyone from Oz sees this...DM me please!


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[QuickSeshM8]

Pure vanity. I obsess over women and want to look good at 47.

With the exception of the last few years I’ve always been the high testosterone, aggressive, alpha male type. Love heavy lifting. Levels dropped off and I need to feel that again, especially now that I’m single again!

That and I’ve always had a Napoleon complex. Now I’m 5’8” and just south of 200lbs. Fairly lean but not single digit body fat.

Out of curiosity, hows it feel at 58, on gear? Almost a decade on it, are you healthy in all other areas? No issues?


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[Argon Coagulator]

I do need to get my bloods done more regularly. I dont think Il cycle off completely.
You are a lucky man, Its costly here in Australia. I would love to know of a Dr like that here in Melbourne.

So if anyone from Oz sees this...DM me please!


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I Googled avg cost of Pvt healthcare in AUS and it says $2k per year. That's about what we pay in the US for one person. About $166/mo. For the "medium" priced plan.

[Cap79]

It started last year I was turning 40, I work in a very physical job, cant eat much through the day, and was feeling down alot. Dr tested me but my levels were that of a 25 year old. But I feel for me was low. So had to start getting testosterone on my own. I wanted to be able to help my healing, and work out and still be able to function at my job. I loved the feeling of test, got off prozac for my anxiety and depression, and just recently said eh why not try tren. I been drug free all my damn life, and anyone that tries to talk me out of it, I tell them hey when you quit drinking a 12pack of beer and a pack a day I'll stop injecting. I feel amazing on tren, my girl loves it, Im not hurting noone so why not.

[Caustic Charm]

It’s real damn simple...vanity. Vanity is definitely my favorite sin. I do it for the looks. I love when there’s a new girl working the desk at the gym, she comments on my appearance and I segue into my age which is 54. They aren’t surprised...they’re stunned. And I completely enjoy it. I like being at the pool with the sideways looks. Now there’s several things they could be thinking, good and bad, but my reaction will always be, you wish it was you looking this way. But it’s me [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23]


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[mistury]

It started last year I was turning 40, I work in a very physical job, cant eat much through the day, and was feeling down alot. Dr tested me but my levels were that of a 25 year old. But I feel for me was low. So had to start getting testosterone on my own. I wanted to be able to help my healing, and work out and still be able to function at my job. I loved the feeling of test, got off prozac for my anxiety and depression, and just recently said eh why not try tren. I been drug free all my damn life, and anyone that tries to talk me out of it, I tell them hey when you quit drinking a 12pack of beer and a pack a day I'll stop injecting. I feel amazing on tren, my girl loves it, Im not hurting noone so why not.

Just curious. How much Tren and how often?


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[JackedandTan]

For me it has always been about being as strong as I can possibly be! I trained for many years naturally then decided I wanted to take it as far as I could!

[Plate Smacker]

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No really I swear it’s not because losing fat and gettin jacked makes my dick look bigger and women cream [emoji2273]

The fat pad on the Mons Pubis region, for some of the higher body fat content guys... can actually gain 1/2" of cock, by simply cutting body fat. They will gain what is called NBPEL, Non Bone Pressed Erect Length.
It's science.

[JOKR]

I am an addict with addict behaviors. There I said it. You happy lol. Now it’s all your turn.


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[grh725]

I started at 38 yrs old. I felt like dog shit before I started. I was so tired all the time and lost interest in everything. Before that I Loved the gym. I am 43 now and I feel great again. Enjoy working out again and sex life is great again with the wife. It was a quality of life decision for me.

[Shawn2005]

I started doing cycles in the 90's. I used to come off, go on, come off, go on. Then in 2002/2003 I decided to make it a lifestyle. I have been on test ever since. For me life is better on gear. I'm 48 years old and have been married for 15 years, our wedding anniversary was yesterday. She has known the entire time, but still refuses to inject me. LOL. Personally, gear has changed my life for the better. I'm confident, my sex drive is high, I recover from my workouts like I did 20 years ago. For me, it was one of the best choices I have made. Think long and hard before you commit to it for life. My decision has been made. I have no regrets. It is strange thinking that I will probably be injecting until I die, but there are worse habits. There are many reasons why I will never come off and why I started, but after this long on gear I cannot imagine my life without it. Wait until you guys are my age, I know there are older guys here, but to the young guys, test is essential when you are older. Life is much, much better on gear.

[chadmack282]

Im 32, 5’8 currently a pretty lean 73kg and am looking to bulk up past my heaviest of 75kg. Ive always been interested in seeing how far I can push my body.

Ive been hitting the weights since I was 15, I have had great personal results for my size. I know a lot about fitness and nutrition. Pretty much obsessed with all sorts of aggressive fitness that tackles my mental issues of temper, anxiety and depression.

I also train a lot in martial arts and have competed at amateur and semi pro level, mma, boxing, kick boxing and grappling. I do this for the kick of adrenaline it gives me and the fantastic community and diversity it provides.

The reason I got into steroids originally was for recovery from my martial arts sessions. (This was after i stopped competing). I would train mostly BJJ and train heavy weights sessions 3/4 times a week.

I love the fact my libido is through the roof, Im fucking like a pornstar, my Mrs loves big muscles so shes loving it, I appreciate my life more, Im more confident and Im happy with what I see in the mirror. This is what Steroids are giving me.

To be honest guys, muscles are probably only a small part of my reasoning for steroids. I dont go overboard with cycles, Im calculated with my approach and I always eat healthy.

Im on my 4th cycle in 3 years. currently Week 6 on 400mg Test E and 250mg Deca (even though I think Deca may be having a negative effect on libido and wood). Might have to lower Deca.

Im just beginning to think that this may be me forever, lifes better on gear, but being the paranoid health guy I am, I worry this is a stupid decision.

Im opening up to you guys, I want to hear your stories or reasoning behind your use. I want some truth. If you think Im a fuckwit for my reasoning. So be it.

Appreciate anyone taking the time to read or reply.

Cheers


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Took the words right out of my mom!!!

[DrBeefcake777]

Lost a testicle due to testicular cancer, had already been researching it and interested before I got it. I joined ana%^(ex and EF at age 16ish bc some dudes in high school were yoked so I wanted to inform myself. After my cancer surgery my doc said my other would make enough at my age and I didnt need it. So I waited a bit longer until I knew I was cancer free and cycled. As I got older I got on TRT and now I up it at times and then go back to my TRT.

I started bc this one dude looked insane and he was 18 and the biggest most ripped dude and I wanted to look like him. He had such good genetics I have never achieved what he looked like when he was 21-22 at my very best, but I wanted to gain muscle and look better.

Now I do TRT bc it makes me feel great and I enjoy it. I feel healthy and energetic. I'm a high energy guy so I never felt lethargic or any other low-T symptoms, but close to my mid 30s I will stop and attempt to have a baby then I will likely never cycle or blast again and just remain on trt on the high end of the spectrum.

I wanted to look better and when I learned to eat healthy I finally did get the desired look, but I have some moon face puffy fat pics Im not proud of lol

[Keule206]

I start lifting, for a girl (what else).....new girlfriends comes and goes again, the iron still on my side.
The iron never lies :)

[buffquads]

Ain't nothing like walking into a room and the women look and the non lifting Men sit up straight and push their chest out. Now that's Power!

The feel good feeling when you're cycle is on point and you're having no issues.

Gotta love the Brother Hood of us Gym Bros!

[mastermonster]

Ain't nothing like walking into a room and the women look and the non lifting Men sit up straight and push their chest out. Now that's Power!

The feel good feeling when you're cycle is on point and you're having no issues.

Gotta love the Brother Hood of us Gym Bros!

THIS!!!!

[Deadcityamps]

Gains my friends!!!!!! I’m 40 so I need to feel younger

[Mr.Beefy]

Doctor..said I was weak. I showed him :p

[pinzhead]

Honestly, I like that they allow me to look better than 98% of the men my age. I like being the husband and dad that stands out as taking pride in how he looks.
I like the comments that I get from random strangers.
I like looking in the mirror and when I'm shredded, having a hard time believing that I actually look the way I do.

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[IRISHOAK]

Ive been on, & off. On is better.
Psychologically, for guys around my age (mid 40s) we grew up with action heroes man! Bruce Lee, Arnold, Stallone, Hulk Hogan, Van Damme, the legendary 80s & 90s bodybuilders! Being action hero jacked was the measure of a man back then. Even as kids, those Masters of the Universe figures set the jacked-bar pretty high! So I think the culure of my youth is a big reason.

I started lifting at 13. First cycle at 17.

I was a skinny kid so like many others, its partially a big-orexia thing. "No matter how big I get, I always see the skinny kid in the mirror" thing.

I think a big part if it is that, (despite the cultural & chemical assualt on manhood) some of us still want to be men, great men, and that manifests itself in our desire to build our strength & sexual prowess to the highest degree possible.

The addict mind: yes thats me over here!

Its simply not mentally or physically healthy to have low testosterone. So I dont!

Ive been on, Ive been off.
On is better. For MANY reasons.

[maxmuscle1]

I was born that way.

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[QuickSeshM8]

Ive been on, & off. On is better.
Psychologically, for guys around my age (mid 40s) we grew up with action heroes man! Bruce Lee, Arnold, Stallone, Hulk Hogan, Van Damme, the legendary 80s & 90s bodybuilders! Being action hero jacked was the measure of a man back then. Even as kids, those Masters of the Universe figures set the jacked-bar pretty high! So I think the culure of my youth is a big reason.

I started lifting at 13. First cycle at 17.

I was a skinny kid so like many others, its partially a big-orexia thing. "No matter how big I get, I always see the skinny kid in the mirror" thing.

I think a big part if it is that, (despite the cultural & chemical assualt on manhood) some of us still want to be men, great men, and that manifests itself in our desire to build our strength & sexual prowess to the highest degree possible.

The addict mind: yes thats me over here!

Its simply not mentally or physically healthy to have low testosterone. So I dont!

Ive been on, Ive been off.
On is better. For MANY reasons.

The truth bombs just get better as this thread grows! I love it!


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[GeorgeDev]

For me it is simple really!
I want to feel and look my best at my age (40years old). Most of my friends do not work out, eat like there is no tommorrow, complaining all the time about how old we are, how better it was when we were young etc. I am different because i do not complain but i do. I find time to work out, be with my gf, help my parents and brother and sister, work in a high demand position with strict deadlines. Because all of the above, i take whatever can give me edge, always in moderation and after i have educated myself about it. Steroids, when used properly can work miracles on how i cope with all the challenges i face and not only in the gym. I have better mood, i am more active, always have a can-do attitude and enjoy life. All this can be achieved with the right use, tailored to the needs and wants of each one of us. For guys at my age, steroids can be the fountain of youth!!!

However i have to say one thing here: Like everything else in life, MODERATION and EDUCATION is the key. You can use, and if you are smart about it, you will never experience side effects.

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[1500Test]

Because I'm insecure about my masculinity.

[helljak13]

because im 50 and and most men my age are rotting and falling apart and miserable taking meds to mask their problems..also too diabetes and high blood pressure is hereditary on both sides of my family and im the only one that does hard labor (stone,tile,wood contractor and still in the field working with my crews) while they sit at their desk jobs. 3 plus yrs ago i was at my ropes end,miserable asshole falling apart with constant injuries from work and drinking hard booze and other illegal ancillaries to get thru the week. i was about to start taking meds for health problems and i asked the dr what can do i to not take meds. in short he said exercise and diet and working your job does not mean exercise. if you take it seriously its only gonna get better. if not you will be visiting me more often as your problems get worse ...i got started and gave up several times cuz i physically couldnt hack it cuz i was over doing it along with injuries, working hard labor full time and trying to kick the booze n dope. id eventually restart and learned to be more patient. i plateaued and became frustrated as over the counter supps did nothing and overly exspensive. i been a huge ufc fan ever since it started and fighters were on trt and then it was banned and i constantly see it advertised i wanted to find out more about trt and discovered a whole new world but stayed reserved till i did more research. i did 2 yrs prescribed trt and that was the game changer then found this place. im very greatful that this community exists. i love feeling good and alive inside. i like the looks i get from other men around my age when i walk in somewhere and they see that im their age or older in good healthy shape and sometimes see they are even intimidated just by my presence...plus being covered in tatoos might have something to do with it .... even the ladies look from time to time but only other men will compliment me and ask me what i do to stay in shape. i tell them and then answer their questions if they have any. i dont hide any of it......then covid happened and i got semi out of shape and was falling back into bad habits but i slowly built a nice home gym and got back on track.... im not ever going back to that dark miserable place.

[DrBeefcake777]

Ive commented once but I will say something different, although albeit similar. The testicular cancer I had at 17, Id been studying every compound and how to home brew before I ever got it. I was a walking encyclopedia at one point as far as AAS go, and I spent hours on AOL dialup on the ole forums of back in the day, started on source free, then figured the game out. My dad was prying so he told my mother and everyone it was the steroids I took and I told him "Ive never taken shit so dont assume bc Im studying that Im using"

I knew at 14ish def by 15 when some of the older dudes, 1 in particular was a hyper-responder and all I heard was how good his body was from everyone. He was genetically gifted and could have competed amateur if not pro one day, but lived a wild life. Mean ass drug dealer, dealer friends, almost part of a gang type scenario in the small town I was from. It was a clique of dudes you didnt mess with. Arms dealing, etc. Well I eventually had a terrible run in when a front was stolen by some dumb chick and I thought I as gonna be killed, but thats a different story for when I was 18 y.o. and I may do a fun wild storytime on it one day.

I wanted to look like him. I sold him some Pro-Winstrol, for those that remember that line from 2004ish, when I was 18. He had a physique no matter how I ate, juiced, or trained, my genetics wouldnt let me get to that point. I learned that after my first and second cycle.

I juiced at 18 maybe almost 19 bc I thought I got scammed by a good source on a then poppin forum many will know. It was Ripped around there is all I will say and everyone was seeking the mass and hardcore.

But I got a 50ml QV Test Enan 250.... Didnt get it for 6+ months and assumed I was scammed and when it came I was young and skinny as hell. I worked out but wasnt about to wait and build a base, which I learned isnt the worst thing, unless you abandon your training when you get tired when you come off and if you know how to train.

I blew the fuck up and ate everything. I may have misstated and said I did a Test/dbol first cycle, but I had forgotten about the 6-7 month arrival of my first order. Im checking my mailbox on my long 1 acre front yard like the FBI are in the trees about to pounce on me.

I did it bc I felt I was skinnier than ever and I was low T but not enough for TRT this certain doc said. I always had an athletic physique and knew how to lift, and now I could not gain no matter how much I ate and trained. I was super low T and he never showed me the numbers, but if I had to guess Id bet I was around 100ng/dl bc I was partying a lot before my cancer occurrence and surgery. I got gyno from the cancer which gear doesnt make worse and actually helps if Im on only test which is strange I know, but it does help.

Youd never be able to tell but I know bc my chest is an average part of my physique and not my best part. I got lucky with it bc when I first got it, it was noticeable and I was so ashamed. Everyone said steroids, but I got it fast during the cancer period of 4-6 months. It came fast and hard. I knew of tamoxifen, arimi, etc, but I had never used gear and I also hadnt ever thought gyno could come from test cancer, and the internet then didnt either have that info. I had a gyno doc look at it and tell me I just "needed to lose weight" while i had tons of breast tissue and super large nips for my frame.

Theyre smaller now and it doesnt look bad at all, but soon Im getting it taken out once and for all.

I will get to the point and say now I started young bc I wanted a body women couldnt resist. I had the face. I was told I was too skinny once by some chick and that stuck with me.

Now I use TRT bc it makes me feel amazing and it makes me a better person overall. I truly feel it enhances my performance when I bartend or do anything that requires energy. I was already a high energy guy, but now I dont get tired while working and getting killed (until my recent BP spike and those fucked meds they gave me)

I feel good, and even if I have to take time off like now Im on hydrochlorothiazide and my joints feel worse than on winstrol ever made me feel. So Im doing cardio, sparing muscle, and lifting some. Its made my strength go down bc Ive dropped all my water weight beyond gear water weight.... I lost like 30lbs + .... 244-208 in a month give or take. So that glycogen storing isnt there, etc so I gotta figure out what to do and lower my shit and get off this diuretic.


I use now bc Im better with it and will come off when my girl says "its time to have a baby in the next 1-2 years" Then I will come off and do the infamous HCG/HMG/Clomid (I think thats the one) protocol then see a doc and see my sperm count and try artificial insemination if necessary, but Im not gonna not have a little child (little girl hopefully) so Im waiting on her.

I cycle here and there but stay on higher dose TRT 125-200mg EW depending but usually 200 tbh just bc I like the way I feel on that dose.

I need to focus on my health too now but I hope I can at least always be on TRT and eventually HGH (soon if my high BP gets fixed) just bc I want to see what low doses can do for me long term. I grow all year (slowly) on 200mg per week Test. If I eat better I get muscle, but I cant gain a ton quick obviously, but I can take time off like I have and lose almost nothing.

I wrote a lot, but Im reading a lot of long posts and interested in each and every story you all have to tell. We all share a common interest we are aware of, and many of us would be friends if we were to meet in real life. I believe even the shit heads on these forums are good ass dudes and the community aspect is great.

Not a fan of trolling and online bickering, but it happens at times. I enjoy the brotherhood of the common bond and getting to know others beyond just lifting at times.

Im out. Long read. Havent been on in days and am quarantined without symptoms bc my GF who is a restaurant manager was exposed so we are moving so I decided to quarantine as well so we can move.

Have a great night and tomorrow to all, live every day to be happy and make others the same,
-DrBeefcake777

[DrBeefcake777]

because im 50 and and most men my age are rotting and falling apart and miserable taking meds to mask their problems..also too diabetes and high blood pressure is hereditary on both sides of my family and im the only one that does hard labor (stone,tile,wood contractor and still in the field working with my crews) while they sit at their desk jobs. 3 plus yrs ago i was at my ropes end,miserable asshole falling apart with constant injuries from work and drinking hard booze and other illegal ancillaries to get thru the week. i was about to start taking meds for health problems and i asked the dr what can do i to not take meds. in short he said exercise and diet and working your job does not mean exercise. if you take it seriously its only gonna get better. if not you will be visiting me more often as your problems get worse ...i got started and gave up several times cuz i physically couldnt hack it cuz i was over doing it along with injuries, working hard labor full time and trying to kick the booze n dope. id eventually restart and learned to be more patient. i plateaued and became frustrated as over the counter supps did nothing and overly exspensive. i been a huge ufc fan ever since it started and fighters were on trt and then it was banned and i constantly see it advertised i wanted to find out more about trt and discovered a whole new world but stayed reserved till i did more research. i did 2 yrs prescribed trt and that was the game changer then found this place. im very greatful that this community exists. i love feeling good and alive inside. i like the looks i get from other men around my age when i walk in somewhere and they see that im their age or older in good healthy shape and sometimes see they are even intimidated just by my presence...plus being covered in tatoos might have something to do with it .... even the ladies look from time to time but only other men will compliment me and ask me what i do to stay in shape. i tell them and then answer their questions if they have any. i dont hide any of it......then covid happened and i got semi out of shape and was falling back into bad habits but i slowly built a nice home gym and got back on track.... im not ever going back to that dark miserable place.


TRT Vitor was the man though for real. Ive been down the "illegal ancillaries" road with and without alcohol before too. We get 1 life and we need to enjoy it and it took me a long time to understand what was important and mattered. Im glad youre happy here. I got the boot from another forum that I was on so a few dudes said "hey come here" I said "Im already signed up broskie"

[Madmatt13]

Addict looking for a more healthy addiction. Hurts to say, but being responsible is a bitch.

[Damnwideback90]

I just started lifting/gear to be the exact opposite ibwas as a junkie. It makes me feel good about myself and the wife loves it too even tho she used to not even care about muscle etc. In short, insecurity is my reason.

That's awesome. Takes a lot of grit to say what you just said.

I started young like a idiot. I started to get bigger, stronger and faster. Wrestled since 7th grade started in 9th. Competitive to a fault when i was younger. I didn't care i hated 2nd place. I wanted to be better then everybody. I didn't care if that meant cheating. Insecure you could say too.

[samgraves82]

That's awesome. Takes a lot of grit to say what you just said.

I started young like a idiot. I started to get bigger, stronger and faster. Wrestled since 7th grade started in 9th. Competitive to a fault when i was younger. I didn't care i hated 2nd place. I wanted to be better then everybody. I didn't care if that meant cheating. Insecure you could say too.Ah hell. I wrestled thru middle/high school too. Never placed below 2nd in tourney. Went to an invite only camp once and got my ass humbled there OMG. Team was 2nd but i carried 3 ASS WHOOPINS and only 2 wins that week

[Madmatt13]

Wrestling in High School made a man out of me. It wasn't like it is nowadays where everyone makes the team. You showed up and did what they said and if you fell the fuck out you didn't make the team. Excuses are for bitches and this is a men's sport.

[Damnwideback90]

Ah hell. I wrestled thru middle/high school too. Never placed below 2nd in tourney. Went to an invite only camp once and got my ass humbled there OMG. Team was 2nd but i carried 3 ASS WHOOPINS and only 2 wins that week

I hear you bro. When i got to college it was a different animal. Tough but good times.

[Damnwideback90]

Wrestling in High School made a man out of me. It wasn't like it is nowadays where everyone makes the team. You showed up and did what they said and if you fell the fuck out you didn't make the team. Excuses are for bitches and this is a men's sport.

Changed my life i was a jack off kid before that. Discipline changed my life so did the Corps. Great chatting with you guys. Love this thread.