The reality of bodybuilding is that many competitors and "gym rats" alike use anabolic steroids. Anabolic steroids are synthetic derivatives of the male hormone testosterone, which is arguably the most important hormone involved in muscle building. The body likes to maintain an equilibrium and so increased levels of testosterone cause the body to raise estrogen, the main female hormone, levels. In men, this can cause gynecomastia - female breast tissue growth. To prevent gynecomastia while using anabolic steroids one must prevent the aromatization of testosterone into estrogen with such ancillary drugs as arimadex or aromasin. Small doses, 3 times per week will generally be enough to keep estrogenic side effects down. To regulate prolactin levels, I suggest keeping cabergoline on hand in caselactation (especially during a Trenbolone Acetate or Nandralone Phenyl Propionate cycle) arises. When usage of the synthetic male hormones ceases, the body is in a state of hormonal chaos, with high levels of estrogen and low levels of testosterone. Tamoxifen or clomiphene are important to use for 4-8 weeks after cycle cessation to prevent the growth of breast tissue post cycle.
I am not promoting nor endorsing the usage of anabolic steroids, especially in the United States where they are illegal for recreational purposes. I do, however, believe that the reality of bodybuilding and steroids should be addressed and that anabolic steroid users should be educated on the means to prevent negative side effects from their usage.
- HR
