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Constant tendonitis and how to manage

42 year old male and have been on TRT for 7 years. Currently on 180 mg Test cyp and 90mg of deca a week. I am a lean 214. In an ideal world i would lift weights 3 times a week and do cardio 3x a week as well. However i am frequently limited by injuries. I have had 5 tendon/muscle related...
- nEEdsHelP
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- Jun 15, 2023
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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I have several small doubts...

Hi Excelmale friends, I am on my first week of TRT treatment using a gel everyday. I don't know if this is possible but I have noticed an improvement on this first days of treatment, I am less tired, I feel if I had recovered something of my lost libido, and with a clearer mind. Is that...
- Joe56s
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- Jun 28, 2022
- trt and excercise
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Starting TRT Again.

Is it ok to start TRT again after bein off for 6 months? Is there anything I should be doing besides blood work before getting started and is it safe?
- Rock Crusher
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- Aug 20, 2021
- trt and excercise trt and hcg
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Weight Gain on TRT?

I have gained 8 pounds since starting Testosterone 1% GEL 3 weeks ago. Has anyone else experienced this?
- Arturo
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- Dec 26, 2020
- trt and excercise
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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TRT and exercise-- does it use your T faster?

I am TRT on a once weekly protocol right now. I go to the gym to work out--- usually weight lifting, but super heavy lifting. Question--- I know that exercise is supposed to help increase your body's natural T level. But if you are on TRT which meas your body is no longer producing its on...
- DDD
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- Jun 6, 2019
- trt and excercise
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions

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