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Anything Different About Working Out on TRT?

Hi all, I will soon begin my first round of TRT (200 mg t-cyp). I have high TT, but also astronomical SHBG (> 100), so much of it is bound. I think my wacky hormones are the biggest reason that, despite weight training 5-6 times a week and eating well for nine years, I have made minimal gains...
- bkb33
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- Jan 3, 2019
- body composition bodybuilding lifting powerlifting resistance exercise
- Replies: 22
- Forum: Workouts & Routines
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New Old Guy Powerlifter Strongman

6'4 285 competitive powerlifter-strongman-highland games (age 40). I posted yesterday, but didn't give any background. My body is beaten up after years and my testosterone levels are now lower than my weight. I would like to get on a healthy protocol. I know a fair amount about hormones, but my...
- Calvinbike
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- Dec 31, 2016
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Introductions

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