General information
Goal: Clean Bulk
Сategory: Advanced Bulk
Steroids compounds: Testosterone + Nandrolone + Trenentos
Duration: 12 weeks
Advantages of This Cycle
- Significant muscle mass gains
- A very significant strength increase
- Joint and bone health support
- Enhanced recovery and overall well-being
- Significant fat burning
- Increased aggression and motivation in training
Description
This Blast and Cruise protocol is designed for experienced athletes, particularly strength athletes, who are transitioning to a continuous use approach with anabolic steroids. This combination of Testosterone, Nandrolone, and Trenentos provides an exceptionally potent cycle for those looking to maximize muscle growth, strength, and performance over an extended period. While effective, this cycle comes with considerable risks due to the overlapping progestin activity of both Nandrolone and Trenentos, which can lead to elevated prolactin levels and increased side effects. This advanced protocol should only be attempted by those with significant experience managing anabolic steroid cycles, as proper control of hormone levels is crucial.
The Blast and Cruise approach involves alternating between high-dose "blast" phases and low-dose "cruise" phases without completely stopping steroid use. This method helps to maintain stable testosterone levels, avoid frequent Post Cycle Therapy (PCT), and support long-term muscle gains and maintenance.
Testosterone: As the base of the cycle, testosterone supports muscle growth, recovery, and overall hormonal balance. It also plays a vital role in maintaining libido, energy levels, and mood throughout both the blast and cruise phases. During the blast phase, high doses of testosterone drive muscle hypertrophy, while lower doses during the cruise phase help preserve gains and keep hormone levels stable.
Nandrolone: It is a highly effective anabolic steroid known for promoting significant muscle mass gains and enhancing joint health. It improves nitrogen retention and collagen synthesis, making it a favorite among strength athletes who need joint support during heavy training. However, Nandrolone has strong progestin activity, which can lead to elevated prolactin levels, potentially causing side effects like gynecomastia and decreased libido.
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Trenentos (Trenbolone): It is one of the most potent anabolic steroids available, known for its ability to increase muscle density, strength, and fat loss. It has a very strong binding affinity to androgen receptors, resulting in significant muscle growth and improved muscle definition. However, Trenentos also carries progestin activity, which, when combined with Nandrolone, increases the risk of prolactin-related side effects. Despite these risks, Trenentos remains popular among strength athletes for its powerful effects on muscle and strength gains.
During the blast phase, high doses of testosterone, Nandrolone, and Trenentos are used to maximize muscle growth, strength, and endurance. The combination of these three compounds creates an ideal anabolic environment for rapid gains in muscle mass and strength, making it highly effective for athletes looking to push their physical limits. The challenge of this phase is controlling the potential overlap in progestin activity from both Nandrolone and Trenentos, which can lead to prolactin-related issues.
In the cruise phase, the dosage of testosterone is lowered to a maintenance level, and both Nandrolone and Trenentos are discontinued or reduced to very low doses. The focus during this phase is on maintaining the muscle and strength gains achieved during the blast phase while allowing the body to stabilize hormonally. Testosterone serves to preserve muscle mass and keep libido and energy levels stable. The reduced doses during the cruise phase help to minimize strain on the body, allowing athletes to prepare for the next blast phase.
Advantages of the Blast and Cruise Protocol
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Continuous Muscle Gains: By avoiding the complete cessation of anabolic steroid use, athletes can experience more consistent and sustained muscle growth.
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Stable Hormone Levels: The cruise phase maintains stable testosterone levels, reducing hormonal fluctuations and associated side effects.
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Improved Muscle Quality: The combination of Testosterone and Trenbolone promotes not only muscle growth but also enhances muscle density and texture, leading to a more defined physique.
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Better Retention of Gains: The cruise phase helps preserve the muscle gains achieved during the blast phase, minimizing muscle loss.
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Greater Control Over Body Composition: Athletes can strategically manage muscle gain and fat loss by adjusting doses during the blast and cruise phases.
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Enhanced Workout Performance: Stable Testosterone levels provide consistent energy, motivation, and drive for workouts.
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Sustained Athletic Performance: This approach supports long-term physical fitness goals by allowing athletes to stay in optimal shape year-round.
Disadvantages of the Blast and Cruise Protocol
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Permanent Suppression of Natural Testosterone Production: Continuous use of steroids can lead to the body never fully recovering its natural testosterone production, making users dependent on external testosterone.
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Potential Long-Term Health Risks: Chronic steroid use, even at lower cruise doses, can pose risks to cardiovascular health, liver function, and other organ systems.
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Difficulty in Ceasing Steroid Use: If an athlete decides to stop using steroids, it may be challenging to restore normal hormone levels, requiring extensive PCT and potentially causing prolonged periods of low testosterone.
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Not Suitable for Everyone: This protocol is not recommended for young or inexperienced athletes, or those not committed to a long-term lifestyle involving steroid use. It is more appropriate for professional athletes, those earning income from their physique, or older individuals with conditions like hypogonadism.
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Psychological Dependence: Continuous use of steroids might lead to psychological dependence, making it difficult for athletes to consider training without them.
Why 12 Weeks
A 12-week cycle is considered optimal for most individuals. This duration strikes a balance between shorter, safer but less effective 6-week cycles and longer 16-24 week cycles. Unlike short 6-week cycles, a medium-length cycle is more effective due to the prolonged impact of anabolic steroids on muscles. Protein synthesis and muscle growth are gradual processes, requiring sufficient time for significant gains.
A 12-week cycle can be chosen by athletes of any age and training experience. It provides ample time to make noticeable changes to your body, gaining an additional 5-6 kg of muscle mass while simultaneously burning 3-4 kg of subcutaneous fat with proper training and nutrition. This cycle can significantly transform your appearance if you adhere to all the instructions and dosages mentioned in the description and use all the supplementary drugs listed here.
The cycle demands discipline, including periodic blood tests to monitor hormone levels and make timely adjustments. Adhering to all cycle conditions ensures significant and worthwhile results for the money and time invested. Following all instructions and recommendations helps make the cycle effective and maximally safe. .
How to use
Anabolic steroids are administered intramuscularly using syringes. Needles G21 or G23 are most commonly used. We recommend injecting into the glutes, following all the rules for intramuscular injections. You can mix all compounds in one syringe and administer one injection per week, or divide the injections into 2, for example, on Monday and Thursday or on other days.
The dosage of aromatase inhibitors is determined individually, depending on your estradiol level. We recommend starting with dosages of 0.5 mg (1 tablet) 3 times a week and after 14 days to do blood tests for estradiol to adjust the dosage for you.
The drug is used with small insulin syringes. You can use both intramuscular injections and subcutaneous injections, while using a fold on the abdomen. Injections made in this way are painless and very simple, so they should not frighten those who have not used injections before. We recommend using 1000 IU per week. This dosage is average and suitable for most people.
In order to prepare a solution for injection, you take a syringe already containing a diluent and inject it into a vial containing a lyophilized powder. Tilt the vial so that the needle touches the vial wall. Avoiding injecting the diluent directly into the lyophilized powder. The solvent should slowly flow down the wall of the bottle (do not fill everything at once and take your time). Once all the diluent has been added to the peptide vial, mix gently (but do not agitate or shake the vial) until the lyophilized powder has dissolved and you are left with a clear liquid. Now the drug is ready for use.Store it at refrigerator.
The active ingredient is Cabergoline. You need it during the cycle to reduce prolactin levels, which are likely to increase due to the use of Nandrolone. We recommend using Cabreros if your prolactin level is above normal values, or is in the fourth quarter of the upper limit of the norm, if you feel a decrease in libido. If your prolactin is normal, then do not use Cabreros , but just keep it always ready. The dosage should be adjusted based on blood tests for prolactin.
Cycle products description
In bodybuilding, it is the most popular steroid for gaining muscle mass. The main advantage of Testosterone enanthate is a pronounced increase in both muscle mass and strength (which is highly appreciated by weightlifters and powerlifters), as well as a noticeable pump during workouts. Along with its anabolic effects, the drug has a pronounced androgenic effect, significantly increasing libido, improving erection, and positively affecting psychoemotional state, motivation, and drive during training.
The rapid weight gain is associated with significant water retention due to sodium retention and estrogenic action, but with the help of aromatase inhibitors, fluid retention will be significantly reduced.
Testosterone enanthate often helps alleviate joint problems for those complaining of pain and crunching in the shoulders, and for those whose intervertebral discs show the first signs of wear.
Testosterone enanthate stimulates regenerative processes in the body, increases overall tone and desire to train, and prevents overtraining. It increases blood volume and red blood cell count, which enhances the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood.
A major issue with using Testosterone enanthate in bodybuilding is its strong aromatization ability, i.e., conversion into estrogens (estradiol). As a result, gynecomastia, edema, fat deposition in a female pattern, and other side effects often develop. Therefore, aromatase inhibitors are used to control estradiol-induced side effects. Testosterone also has a fat-burning effect, and if you use Arimidyn, which reduces the impact of estradiol on fat tissue increase, this effect will be more pronounced.
Nandrolone, available in forms such as Phenylpropionate and Decanoate, is a widely used anabolic steroid favored by bodybuilders and athletes for its ability to promote muscle mass and strength gains. Nandrolone’s popularity stems from its moderate anabolic effects, combined with its relatively mild side effect profile when compared to other anabolic steroids.
Nandrolone, like Trenbolone, is a derivative of the 19-nortestosterone (19-nor) family. However, it exhibits a different profile due to its progestin activity and lower androgenic properties. Although Nandrolone has a lower rate of aromatization compared to testosterone, it can still lead to significant water retention, which is one of its hallmark effects. This is largely due to its progestogenic activity, which can amplify fluid retention and contribute to a more bloated, "bulkier" physique. In fact, Nandrolone is known for causing more water retention than many other anabolic steroids, and this is often seen as one of its major drawbacks for those seeking lean muscle mass. Users might also experience side effects such as gynecomastia and fat accumulation, making it more suitable for raw mass and strength cycles rather than for achieving a lean, defined look.
One of the key features of Nandrolone is its joint and bone health benefits. Nandrolone enhances collagen synthesis and increases bone mineral density, providing protective effects for the joints and connective tissues. This makes Nandrolone a preferred choice for athletes who need to maintain joint health during heavy training periods.
Nandrolone also has less androgenic activity compared to testosterone, making it less likely to cause androgenic side effects such as hair loss, acne, and prostate enlargement. This reduced androgenic activity is due to its conversion to a weaker androgen, dihydronandrolone (DHN), rather than dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
Main Effects of Nandrolone
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Muscle Gain: Nandrolone is effective for promoting muscle growth by enhancing nitrogen retention and protein synthesis. This leads to steady and sustainable muscle mass increases.
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Strength Improvement: Nandrolone contributes to significant strength gains, allowing athletes to lift heavier weights and improve performance over time. It is suitable for both muscle gain and strength sports such as powerlifting.
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Joint and Bone Health: Nandrolone supports joint and bone health by increasing collagen synthesis and bone density. This reduces the risk of joint pain and injury, making it a favorable option for athletes who train intensively.
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Reduced Androgenic Side Effects: Due to its lower androgenic activity, Nandrolone is less likely to cause issues such as hair loss, acne, and prostate enlargement, making it a safer choice for those concerned about these side effects.
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Progestin Activity: Nandrolone's progestin activity can increase prolactin levels, which may lead to suppressed testosterone production and potential side effects such as slight fat gain and, in rare cases, gynecomastia. Monitoring prolactin levels and using medications like Cabergoline can help manage these effects.
However, it is worth noting some disadvantages
● Milder Androgenic Effect: Nandrolone is known for its moderate androgenic properties, which means it may not provide the same level of muscle hardness and definition as stronger androgenic steroids. This makes it less ideal for those seeking rapid, large increases in muscle size with extreme muscle density.
● Potential Side Effects: Like most anabolic steroids, Nandrolone can cause side effects, including increased blood pressure, changes in cholesterol levels (lower HDL and higher LDL), acne, oily skin, irritability, headaches, and mood swings. While nandrolone has a lower androgenic profile, these side effects can still occur and should be monitored.
● Progestin Activity and Estrogenic Effects: Nandrolone exhibits progestin activity, which can increase prolactin levels, leading to potential side effects such as suppressed testosterone production, slight fat gain, and in rare cases, gynecomastia. Unlike trenbolone, nandrolone can slightly aromatize to estrogen, causing significant water retention and fat accumulation. Managing prolactin levels with medications like Cabergoline and using aromatase inhibitors can help control these effects.
● Natural Testosterone Suppression: Nandrolone can significantly suppress natural testosterone production. Proper Post Cycle Therapy (PCT) is essential to help restore normal hormone levels and maintain gains after the cycle. Without adequate PCT, users may experience low testosterone symptoms, such as fatigue, loss of libido, and muscle loss.
● Injection Site Reactions: As with any injectable steroid, Nandrolone carries the risk of pain, swelling, or infection at the injection site. Proper injection techniques and maintaining hygiene are crucial to minimizing these risks.
● Cardiovascular Strain: Nandrolone can negatively impact cardiovascular health by raising LDL cholesterol and lowering HDL cholesterol, increasing the risk of atherosclerosis and other cardiovascular issues. It is essential to monitor lipid levels and maintain a heart-healthy lifestyle while using Nandrolone.
● Liver Strain: Although Nandrolone is not hepatotoxic like many oral steroids, prolonged use at high doses could still stress the liver. Regular liver function tests and using liver support supplements are recommended to maintain liver health.
Trenentos (Trenbolone Enanthate)
Trenbolone Enanthate is a powerful anabolic steroid that is often used by bodybuilders and athletes to increase muscle mass and strength. This drug is a trenbolone ester modified to provide long-lasting action due to the enanthate ester group.
Trenbolone belongs to the family of 19 nortestosterone (19-nor). At the same time, two fundamental modifications were made to Trenbolone , thanks to which this steroid has properties that nandrolone does not have, which is also a derivative of 19nortestosterone. The double ligaments in positions c9 and c11 occupy the ligaments necessary for aromatization, which completely deprives trenbolone of the opportunity to aromatize. Unlike Trenbolone , Nandrolone does not actively aromatize, but it is still converted to estradiol. This means that Trenbolone is completely devoid of estragenic side effects. Therefore, even those who have a predisposition to estrogenic manifestations will not have to worry about water retention, accumulation of subcutaneous fat and gynecomastia. However, there are a number of side effects with Trenbolone that you should always keep in mind.
Another significant difference between Trenbolone and its parent Nandrolone is its androgenic activity. Trenbolone is so extremely androgenic that according to the androgenic-anabolic rating, it is 5 times more powerful in this indicator than testosterone. This is possible due to the fact that Trenbolone does not interact with 5-alpha reductase enzymes, and therefore, it does not convert to dehydrotestosterone (DHT). In addition, the previously mentioned double ligaments c9 and c11 increase the binding force of androgen receptors, thereby giving more power to Trenbolone .
The main effects of Trenbolone Enanthate
● Muscle Gain
Trenbolone is considered one of the most effective steroids for maximizing muscle mass. This drug is able to enhance the nitrogen balance in muscles, which leads to increased protein synthesis and tissue growth.
● Increased Strength and Endurance
Trenbolone Enanthate can significantly increase strength performance and endurance, which allows athletes to train more intensively. Trenbolone is a drug that is used both for gaining muscle mass and for strength sports such as powerlifting due to its ability to neurotically increase strength results in the shortest possible time.
● Pronounced fat-burning effect
The drug is able to activate beta-adrenergic receptors, which stimulates the breakdown of fat and reduces the accumulation of subcutaneous fat. Trenbolone ranks first among anabolic steroids in terms of fat burning effect, surpassing Drostanolone and Stanozolol.
● No water retention
Unlike some other steroids, Trenbolone does not cause water retention in the body, which makes the weight gain more "dry" and dense.
● Trenbolone increases IGF-1 levels in the blood significantly more than other anabolic steroids
However, it is worth noting some disadvantages
● High risk of side effects
Trenbolone can cause serious side effects such as decreased levels of high-density lipoprotein (HCL), aggression, insomnia, increased sweating, as well as problems with renal and hepatic function. Also, some people experience anxiety and other psychoemotional disorders using Trenbolone .
● Due to the highly androgenic nature of Trenbolone , side effects such as acne, pronounced body/facial hair growth, and baldness are highly likely to occur. Due to the fact that Trenbolone is so much more androgenic than Nandrolone , the probability of these side effects is also higher
● Trenbolone suppresses the natural production of testosterone very strongly and quickly.
Therefore, a very strong PCT is required. It is still not known why Trenbolone has such a strongly suppressive effect despite the fact that it is not converted to estrogen. According to one common theory, the blame lies on the activity of progesterone, since usually any sex hormone can suppress the production of testosterone in the body. Be that as it may, the strong suppressive effect of Trenbolone requires a lot of attention on PCT.
● Tren-cough” (Cough from tren)
There is one side effect that occurs with all steroids, but is more intense in the case of Trenbolone — cough. He's so strong with Trenbolone , bodybuilders have even dubbed him as "Tren-caught." A steroid-related cough occurs when a small portion of the oil enters the bloodstream through small capillaries that can be punctured during injections. As a result, the body tries to get rid of the foreign substance through the lungs, which provokes a cough. Unfortunately, with Trenbolone , this cough can be very severe, and if a bodybuilder has no experience with this steroid, you can get scared.
● Liver toxicity
Despite the fact that injectable Trenbolone does not contain the 17-alpha-alkylated (17aa) group, it may be somewhat hepatotoxic due to the resistance of its chemical structure to cleavage in the liver. Although the level of its toxicity was not close to the toxicity observed in steroids with group 17aa, it is recommended to take such liver protection supplements as TUDCA and NAC.
● Sweating
Excessive sweating characteristic of trenbolone is not dangerous to health, but this side effect should be mentioned in the context of dehydration. Since this steroid wildly accelerates metabolism, you will experience more intense sweating than usual, particularly at night. This can lead to significant water loss followed by dehydration. Therefore, it is recommended to drink more water during the tren cycle.
● A special note for asthmatics
Trenbolone has one side effect, which certainly affects asthmatics. When taking large doses, Trenbolone can increase the level of prostaglandin F2ALFA, which can lead to bronchial constriction. Moreover, the higher the dose, the more the production of prostaglandin F2ALFA increases, which exacerbates the problem. Consequently, the user will experience problems with heavy breathing, especially during physical exertion. As a rule, this side effect does not pose any danger to ordinary athletes, and disappears soon after completing the course of Trenbolone . However, if Trenbolone is taken by an asthmatic, many precautions should be taken, and if possible, another steroid should be chosen altogether.
● Progesterone and Prolactin activity
Although Trenbolone does not convert to estrogens, according to some scientific studies it has a certain progestogenic activity. Very often, progesterone can provoke side effects that are very similar to estrogenic side effects. Fortunately, due to the fact that there have been no known cases with such side effects, it can be assumed that Trenbolone's progestogenic activity is not strong enough to give estrogen-like side effects. At the same time, with a certain level of estradiol in the blood, elevated progesterone levels can enhance estrogenic manifestations. This should be remembered when Trenbolone is combined with other steroids that aromatize (increase estradiol), as it can exacerbate their estrogenic side effects.
Trenbolone also stimulates the production of prolactin in the pituitary gland, which can lead to a whole series of side effects associated with prolactin. First of all, elevated prolactin levels can lead to sexual problems such as decreased libido and even impotence. Moreover, prolactin can cause lactation from the nipples, and together with progesterone, they can lead to gynecomastia. This point confuses many, because in theory, progesterone should suppress the production of prolactin. However, Trenbolone , as well as Nandrolone , are not progestins per se — they can simply activate progestin receptors without being one. For this problem, the main solution is to use anti-prolactin drugs like Cabergoline.
So let’s start with the fact that testosterone (and it will always be in your cycle) tends to turn into the female sex hormone- estradiol. An increase in the level of this hormone provokes many side effects, such as: gynomastia, fluid retention, mood swings and libido.
This is something we can see and feel right away, but there is a whole range of other side effects that we learn only when it’s too late. Very often, beginners think that if they do not have external sings of gynecomastia, then they cannot resort to the use of aromatase inhibitors, but this is not so.
First of all, estradiol is a hormone that greatly increases fat storage and this can be the reason that completely reduces the effectiveness of your diet. There is also suggestion that elevated estradiol for a long time can negatively affect the functioning of your cardiovascular system.
But the good news is that you can avoid all these problems if you use aromatase inhibitors (for example Arimidyn) in your cycle, which prevent testosterone from converting to estradiol. The dosages of these drugs are always selected individually depending on the level of your estradiol, which in turn will depend on the dosages of testosterone and your individual characteristics.
Our recommendation is to keep it in the middle of normal ranges, neither lower nor higher. These are the optimal values in order to get the maximum profit from your cycle. You will not have: excess fluid retention that spoils your appearance, high blood pressure (all due to the same fluid), accumulation of excess fat, decreased libido and any other negative effects.
It is also worth noting that it is unnecessary to reduce estradiol too low, then you risk getting the opposite effect and side effects of a different nature, in the form of a deterioration in cholesterol values, a decrease in bone mass density, a decrease in anabolism as well as a drop in libido, because low level of estradiol has the same negative effect on sexual desire as excessively high.
Why any drug such as HCG should be included in each of your cycles longer than 6 weeks. There are several reasons for this.
Reason one
Let's start with the fact that as you know, while taking anabolic steroids, our body turns off the production of its own testosterone completely.
After your cycle, you must restore it with PCT. So, when using HCG during your cycle, it helps to restore your testosterone mush faster, which means that with a normal testosterone level, you will be able to a better maintain the gained result, and also not fall into the “emotional hole” that often happens at a low-level testosterone.
It works in such a way that HCG is a hormone that even during a cycle of steroids instructs your testicles to produce their own testosterone. Although your hypothalamus and pituitary gland will not be involved in this process, your testicles will work in their natural mode or close to it, without decreasing in size. That is, your testicles by the time of PCT will be ready to increase testosterone without delay.
Reason two
There is also another reason why HCG should be used, especially during the long cycles. The fact is that anabolic steroids not only ‘turn off’ the production of their own testosterone, but also in the same way affect the cessation of the production of steroid hormones by the adrenal glands.
This process produces hormones such as pregnenolone, progesterone, aldosterone, DHEA, and others. In this chain, each of these hormones has its own important effect on the body and when you interrupt the production of testosterone during your cycle, the process of producing these hormones is also disrupted.
As a result, your body is left without a number of reactions it needs. Using HCG – you save the entire chain of prohormones synthesis of steroid genesis. What is important is that some of the hormones that are created in this cascade of reactions are neurosteroids which have a positive effect on your mood, behavior, and libido. Below we will talk very superficially about the beneficial properties of some hormones in this chain.
● Progesterone reduces the risk of benign prostatic hyperplasia and tumor processes, takes part in the functioning of the nervous system, helps to maintain normal levels of female sex hormones, strengthens bone tissue, normalizes thyroid function, and has a number of other important properties.
● Pregnenolone is important for brain function, and with it’s lack memory and mental abilities suffer.
● DHEA - the action of this hormone is not fully understood, but there is an evidence that indicates its widespread influence in the body. DHEA is useful for the cardiovascular system, helps with obesity, with various diseases of the central nervous system, with osteoporosis, weakening of the immune system.
In order to prevent testicular atrophy, as well as to resume the steroidogenesis of your adrenal glands, it is necessary to take HCG during the entire cycle. We recommend using 1000 IU per week. This dosage is average and suitable for most people.
There is a misconception that HCG should be taken during PCT. This is not true because the stimulation of your testicles themselves by imitation the action of hormones such as LH and FSH.
The actual triggering process for HPTA must begin in your pituitary gland and will be accelerated by drugs such as clomiphene and tamoxifen. HCG should be used during the cycle to keep your testicles from atrophying so that by the time of PCT they can quickly respond to pituitary stimulation with testosterone production. If this is not done, then you will have to wait a very long time until this mechanism starts itself after many months of “vacation”.
