Much confusion exists as to which anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) should be used to achieve given goals, how they should be combined and why, and their relative advantages and disadvantages. While many individual points discussed here have been discussed in previous columns, this is the first time I have brought this information together into a single […]
Anabolic Steroid Articles
Our steroid articles provided detailed, practical information on how anabolic steroids are used to build muscle size, strength and otherwise improve physical performance. They cover topics such as the history of steroids, steroids in baseball, the medical uses of steroids including testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), the side effects of steroids and how to manage steroid side effects.
The 2-On, 4-Off Steroid Cycle: A Case Study – Week 6 of Jim’s Experiment
Week 6 of Jim’s cycle has ended, but although he is very eager to start another cycle and experience some more gains, he needs to take a week or two off. In an effort to cut up, he foolishly played basketball for a couple of hours per day every day for some time during his […]
Ask Bill Roberts #9
Is 2 On, 4 Off Best?; Sustanon Cycle; Insulin; Andro and the Bench Press; GHB and Drug Tests; Sustanon and Short Cycles?; Anti-estrogens; Difficulty with Fat Loss; Osteoporosis; Orals-only 2 on, 4 off?; Where to buy steroids?; Stacking Questions; Glycemic Index Concerns; Are Androgens the Same?; Winstrol and Women; Bovine Growth Hormone; Hepatitis and Deca?; GH and Winstrol; Androdiol Injection?; Synthesis of Steroids from DHEA?; Ephedrine and Clenbuterol; Prohormones and Psoriasis; Clomid for Older Men; Another Oral-Only Cycle; Increasing Arm Size and Overall Strength; Hormone Replacement Therapy; Looking For a Better Cycle; Dianabol and 5AR’; Clomid; Andro 6; Women and Steroids; Oxandrolone and Gyno?; High Fat, Low Carb for Competing Bodybuilder; Jim’s Experiment; Testosterone and Drug Tests; Variation on Short Cycle Plan; Primobolan/Anavar Cycle; Three Weeks On, One Week Off?; Cheaper Version of Jim’s Cycle
Ask Patrick Arnold #8
Counteracting Prednisone with Prohormones?; Difference Between Clomiphene and Tamoxifen; Aromatase Inhibitors vs. Anti-estrogens; Tribulus, LH, and Testosterone; Applying AndrosteDERM; How much Androdiol?; Cyclodextrin versus Sublingual Prohormone Administration; Cyclodextrin vs. Injectable Androdiol;
Ask Dave Palumbo #3
Maximizing Effects of GH with Insulin and Cytomel; High Dose AAS and Natural Testosterone Production; Kynoselen and Fat Loss; Diuretics and Water Loss; Bovine Growth Hormone; Using Synthol; Depression, Anxiety, and Steroids; Cytomel and Fat Loss; Testosterone, Winstrol, Clenbuterol, and Saw Palmetto
Female Bodybuilders, Fitness Competitors and the Crisis of Representation
Introduction This article is not just about female bodybuilders or fitness competitors. It is not about who is posing where and how. It is not about who is more feminine, athletic, sexy, muscular, or appropriate. It is about the creation, maintenance, and representation of a so-called crisis. Avid watchers of physical culture, or anyone who […]
The 2-On, 4-Off Steroid Cycle: A Case Study – Week 4 of Jim’s Experiment
Jim has succeeded in retaining his strength gains, and even on improving his bench press, and has lost as little weight from his peak as could be expected (5 lb) considering that he lost ¾ inch from his waist in weeks 3 and 4. Overall he is now 8 lb heavier with a waist that […]
Connective Tissue Part 1 – Tissue in Action
Athletes are mostly concerned with increasing strength or speed in specific activities. Increasing muscle size and power, endurance abilities, fuel utilization efficiency: these are often the primary concerns in training. We spend much time, effort and money in maximizing our muscle capabilities. However, an integral part of our anatomy often takes a back seat: connective […]
Ask Charles Staley #9
Q: Dear Charles, I would like information on how to develop arm strength for Little Leaguers. My son is 11 and daughter is 8. Is there a difference in the development in a girl’s arm than a boy’s arm? Also what about batting and running? What kinds of exercises can be done for strengthening for […]
The 2-On, 4-Off Steroid Cycle: A Case Study
The previous report made of results seen from the 2-on, 4-off cycle did not include any blood work, nor were there any “before” photos taken, and thus there were no “before and after” photos. Numerous readers were interested in learning more about this type of cycle, so a subject who was going to do such […]