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Ice Baths After Workout: The Real Benefits and Myths of Frozen Muscles

The practice of taking ice baths after intense physical activity has gained popularity among athletes and health-conscious individuals. It is a procedure that some claim helps to promote recovery and reduce muscle pain. However, there are many questions and myths regarding whether ice baths can...
- Fairdoub
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- Oct 1, 2023
- muscles
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Health & Wellness
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Muscle weakness and joint pain.

Hello, I used To be a avid bodybuilder now on trt (20mg daily test enanthate no ai). A symptom I’ve been dealing with for awhile is muscle weakness and joint pain. My muscles are fatigued easily (they burn right away from exertion) and my muscle contractions are poor (there soft even when...
- Bmac
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- Mar 11, 2020
- estrogen joint pain muscles weakness
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Painfully tight scrotum

Does anyone else have the problem of their scrotum constantly staying so tight, due to the dartos muscles, that it is painful? Before starting TRT and nandrolone, my scrotum hung loose unless I got into cold water. Now the only time the muscles relax is when I apply a heating pad to my...
- indydaddy
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- Jul 28, 2014
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management

TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038