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When I was cutting, I was hitting 280 g of protein a day. I was eating around 20 lbs of chicken breasts per week. But I wasn’t hungry and I dropped my weight down to 202 with a BF % around 7.5. Now I’m on maintenance at 240g of Protein, 275g carbs and 58g of Fats. And I only consume about 50g...

I have run two 10 week “cycles” but haven’t run a third yet. Last one ended in October. I didn’t do labs so I can only say that my joints felt much better. I am very sensitive to these things and tend to hold water, so 10-14 days after I stop, I lose 7-10 lbs. I am going to work with my Dr to...

I dosed slightly above my T dose but from what I read, if you run double the deca, you can have issues but that is at 300-500 mg per week. If I remember correctly, Nelson was prescribed it to prevent wasting as he battled HIV. Went off it because some studies suggested heart valve issues on one...

My experience was that yes, it strengthens tendons along with easing joint pain from reduced cartilage. I ran 150 mg per week, with my TRT dosage of Test C and only experienced muscle gains that were the result of the main side effect, which was an increased appetite. Sexual sides come into...

I also agree. Now that I feel locked in, I had Jill and she asked great questions that helped confirm I’m on the right protocol and that kind of confidence is important!

So my final post on this topic. Today is 2 weeks from my last Deca injection. I was 221 lbs at 17.9% BF. Today, I’m 212 lbs at 16.9% BF. So by my math, I have lost 2 lbs of fat and 7 lbs of water since I stopped the Deca. I will say that the pain in my elbows, knees and shoulder has returned but...

I figure it will take a couple weeks to come out, and I’m hoping the 12ish pounds I gained in the 12 weeks was mostly water. Will update in 10 days or so.

After 10 weeks of taking a low dose of Deca, I have stopped. I was planning on 12 weeks but i figured 10 was a good test. My results were great. Should strength increased above where I was before surgery. My range of motion is almost back to normal and my therapist predicts I will be throwing a...

I am in month two on a CPAP and couldn’t agree more, the Airfit P10 is great. I even sleep on my stomach wearing it.

I am also a morning guy. I’m up at 0315 and at the gym by 0400, M-F. When my wife wants to workout, I will go with her in the evenings, for auxiliary work and cardio. I think the diet and routine are the biggest items to have in line to support working out effectively and efficiently. I workout...

Yes, sorry, took longer to get Deca than I expected. So, I am on week 5, running 150 mg Deca per week, split e3.5d, with my normal injections. My physical therapist is amazed at the progress I have made. Pain is way down, basically I don’t notice it. Range of motion is the current fight but that...

I started at 160 mg and was just fine. But I do agree that starting over 200mg per week is pretty high, of course, without SHBG and T levels it’s hard to say what she’s thinking.

I had shoulder surgery 2 months ago and it was recommended to try low dose Deca to help with recovery. So I started this week, with 100mg per week, split e3.5 along with my T. I hope it works.

Anytime you stress a muscle past what it is accustomed too, you are setting the conditions for the muscle to become stronger. The micro damaging of individual fibers doesn’t necessarily cause pain, IMO, unless you have damaged a large percentage of them in a muscle group, which would be...

Just got the results of my 12 week labs. Labs were done fasted at 0830 Monday morning before I gave myself my Monday morning shot. On Thursday morning, I could feel the high E, so took my AI that morning and did my shot that evening. I don't understand why my SHBG would drop so significantly...

Well, ended up it was a severe sinus infection. In other news, changed my workout routine and I am one hurting old man. Trying James Grage’s rebuild workout, 4 sets per body part, with a 20, 10, 10, 15 rep scheme and you are always supersetting two exercises. Absolutely brutal.

I have a couple questions. 1. How much time do you have per day to workout? 2. You say after thirty years and some months, so has it been 30 years or 5 months since you were a regular in the gym?

This Thursday will be the start of week 6. To date, I have gained 14 lbs and my strength has significantly increased, as has my energy. My libido has gotten better but is nowhere near where it was when I was in my early 30s. The last two weeks, I noticed a lot of acne, across my shoulders...

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After 1 full week and three rounds of shots, this morning was a dramatic difference in the gym. I still haven't felt the libido increase but energy levels and mood have now improved dramatically. From what I've read and experienced (however limited) patience and expectation management are key...

Last night was my third round of shots and this morning is the first time I can say I actually "felt" it at the gym. I know there is a mental aspect to this but today was a level of work at the gym I haven't felt in 5-8 years. I was able to keep adding weight and was doing more and more reps...

I think you are in a good place. Coming off a deficit, I find it common to lose more weight when I increase calories. In fact, if I hit a plateau, that’s exactly what I do. After a few weeks, your body will adjust again and you should see the weight going up. Keep up the good work!

This morning was my second round of shots. I'm glad I was reading what to expect on here because so far, the only thing I've noticed is that I don't feel like total crap after my workouts. Now, I admit, this is a big difference because it felt like I used all of the energy I had during my...

That’s real progress!!

Yes, both tattoos were done almost 20 years ago to mark a significant military training I completed.

I have the AI on hand. I ordered everything Defy prescribed, so if symptoms start, I can react immediately.

I had a little chuckle reading this bc when my wife gave me my shot, I told her to put it right in the middle of the tattoo on my left delt.

Well, I’d like to tell you all that my wife put on a naughty nurse outfit, gave me both my T and HCG shots, my Superman leaped to life and I carried her to the bedroom but she gave me my first two shots and the process has officially started.

From what I’ve been reading and learning here, it makes sense to wait with the AI until or if I have symptoms of high E. I also emailed Defy this morning to see their preferred timing between injections for labs. The closest Lab Corp is 90 miles away and my job takes me that way on the same...

Received an email that my meds have shipped and are due in tomorrow. I’m excited to start this journey. I failed to mention that I’m 40 and my labs were done by Lab Corps, since I neglected to put in the reference ranges.

People hold fat in different places. Some guys can have a six pack at 15% BF, yet most people will tell you a six pack isn't visible until 10% or less BF. That's why looking in the mirror and the fit of clothes give a good indication of how we are doing.