Changing my protocol to daily T

Nashtide · Jan 20, 2018

Systemlord said:
I don't know at what rate SHBG will change over time or if it will at all, we're all different. It's a good idea to check SHBG over time, this way you can spot changes in FT over time as well. When SHBG rises FT decreases, when this happens you can make decisions based off your numbers by either increasing dosage and making lifestyle choices to keep yourself optimised. Your body will change over time and as this happens you'll have the data to base an informed decision.

I'm planning on full labs once or twice a year.

Thanks. I'll add SHBG to my next labs.

Nashtide · Jan 23, 2018

So the last two trips to the gym have been a little lackluster. Not as much energy as usual and not feeling as strong. Problem is, I don't know if it has to do with switching to daily injections or because I'm trying to drop about 5 lbs of body fat. I'm cutting calories and carbs.

CoastWatcher · Jan 24, 2018

Nashtide said:
So the last two trips to the gym have been a little lackluster. Not as much energy as usual and not feeling as strong. Problem is, I don't know if it has to do with switching to daily injections or because I'm trying to drop about 5 lbs of body fat. I'm cutting calories and carbs.

A protocol change can take up to six weeks before the objective response, lab results, is noticed, and the same is true for the subjective aspect, how you feel, your libido, workout issues. I know when I went to daily injecting it was a bit of a bumpy ride for a time, feeling slightly hypogonadal. My doctor had warned me this could happen, and Dr. Saya has commented on this same point.

Nashtide · Jan 24, 2018

CoastWatcher said:
A protocol change can take up to six weeks before the objective response, lab results, is noticed, and the same is true for the subjective aspect, how you feel, your libido, workout issues. I know when I went to daily injecting it was a bit of a bumpy ride for a time, feeling slightly hypogonadal. My doctor had warned me this could happen, and Dr. Saya has commented on this same point.

Thanks. I knew there would be different issues. This thread is more of a journal. I was just updating my status. Also wondering if anyone thought the gym issues could be from diet/lower carb intake.

madman · Jan 24, 2018

Nashtide said:
So the last two trips to the gym have been a little lackluster. Not as much energy as usual and not feeling as strong. Problem is, I don't know if it has to do with switching to daily injections or because I'm trying to drop about 5 lbs of body fat. I'm cutting calories and carbs.

I would say "I'm cutting calories and carbs" which would definitely effect energy/strength!

madman · Jan 24, 2018

Nashtide said:
Thanks. I knew there would be different issues. This thread is more of a journal. I was just updating my status. Also wondering if anyone thought the gym issues could be from diet/lower carb intake.

Absolutely!

TheDude · Jan 24, 2018

CoastWatcher said:
Having adopted a daily protocol two and a half years ago, to avoid an AI and deal with low SHBG, I can say I am fully satisfied with the results. Will this work for you? I hope so, but there is no way to know until you've tried it. As for when to test, this is a significant protocol change - I would give it six weeks before you draw labs.

What type of protocol were you on before?