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Hi everyone! That’s my 2nd post regarding the recommended dosages for beginner stack.
Testosterone (Test) should serve as the foundation for all steroid cycles, providing essential support for muscle growth, strength, and overall balance of hormones. Below is an overview of common injectables used in bodybuilding cycles, including their dosages and typical cycle lengths.
Testosterone (Enanthate/Cypionate)
• Dosage: 500mg/week
• Cycle Length: 12 weeks
Testosterone Enanthate or Cypionate is typically the base of a beginner cycle. Due to the long ester, it’s best to administer it twice a week (e.g., Monday and Thursday) to keep blood levels more stable. Even though the ester is long-acting, splitting injections helps maintain optimal hormone levels throughout the cycle.
Testosterone Propionate (Test P)
• Dosage: 100-150mg every other day (EOD)
• Cycle Length: 8 weeks
Testosterone Propionate has a shorter ester, which means it needs to be pinned more frequently—EOD to maintain stable blood levels. It’s often used to kickstart a cycle or as a way to end a cycle for a quicker transition into Post-Cycle Therapy (PCT). Be mindful of potential post-injection pain (PIP), which is common with this ester. If running longer than 8 weeks, consider switching to a longer ester to reduce the frequency of injections.
Testosterone Phenylpropionate (TPP)
• Dosage: Similar to Test P, typically 100-150mg EOD
TPP can be an alternative to Propionate for those who experience significant PIP. It has a similar half-life but is generally milder on the injection site.
Equipoise (EQ)
• Dosage: 600mg/week
• Cycle Length: 16 weeks (up to 24 weeks for experienced users)
EQ is often used for long-term cycles due to its ability to increase red blood cell count and enhance appetite. While ideal for long cycles (up to 24 weeks), it’s only recommended for experienced users, particularly those on Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT). During EQ cycles, it’s a good practice to donate blood to manage hematocrit and RBC levels.
1-Testosterone Cypionate (Dihydroboldenone, DHB)
• Dosage: 500mg/week
• Cycle Length: 12 weeks minimum
1-Testosterone is considered a versatile compound, offering many of the benefits of Trenbolone without the intense side effects. It can be used for both cutting and bulking, providing a good balance of strength and lean muscle gains.
Primobolan (Enanthate)
• Dosage: 800mg/week
• Cycle Length: 16 weeks
Known as the “Cadillac” of cutting steroids, Primobolan is highly valued for fat loss and muscle preservation during caloric deficits. The longer you can run this compound, the better, but it’s more effective when used during longer cutting cycles.
Masteron (Enanthate)
• Dosage: 400mg/week
• Cycle Length: 12 weeks
Masteron is highly effective in cutting cycles, particularly for those with low body fat, as it helps reduce estrogenic effects and promotes a leaner physique. It can also be used in bulking cycles to help control estrogen levels, but be cautious not to crash estrogen when using low-dose testosterone with Masteron.
Masteron (Propionate)
• Dosage: 100mg every other day (EOD)
Masteron Propionate is similar in use to the Enanthate form but requires more frequent injections due to its shorter half-life. It’s highly effective in maintaining lean muscle during fat loss phases.
Deca Durabolin (Nandrolone Decanoate)
• Dosage: 400mg/week
• Cycle Length: 12 weeks minimum
Deca is known for promoting joint lubrication and significant mass gains. However, it is highly suppressive and can make PCT more difficult. It’s essential to manage prolactin levels, and the testosterone to Deca ratio should ideally be at least 1.5:1 to avoid libido issues often referred to as "Deca Dick."
Nandrolone Phenylpropionate (NPP)
• Dosage: 100mg every other day (EOD)
• Cycle Length: 8 weeks
NPP is a faster-acting alternative to Deca, with some users reporting less water retention. It can be used in both cutting and bulking phases, but just like Deca, it’s important to ensure that testosterone levels are kept higher to avoid sexual dysfunction during the cycle.
If you’ve used any of these compounds or have insights on effective cycle planning and results, feel free to share your experiences.
Testosterone (Test) should serve as the foundation for all steroid cycles, providing essential support for muscle growth, strength, and overall balance of hormones. Below is an overview of common injectables used in bodybuilding cycles, including their dosages and typical cycle lengths.
Testosterone (Enanthate/Cypionate)
• Dosage: 500mg/week
• Cycle Length: 12 weeks
Testosterone Enanthate or Cypionate is typically the base of a beginner cycle. Due to the long ester, it’s best to administer it twice a week (e.g., Monday and Thursday) to keep blood levels more stable. Even though the ester is long-acting, splitting injections helps maintain optimal hormone levels throughout the cycle.
Testosterone Propionate (Test P)
• Dosage: 100-150mg every other day (EOD)
• Cycle Length: 8 weeks
Testosterone Propionate has a shorter ester, which means it needs to be pinned more frequently—EOD to maintain stable blood levels. It’s often used to kickstart a cycle or as a way to end a cycle for a quicker transition into Post-Cycle Therapy (PCT). Be mindful of potential post-injection pain (PIP), which is common with this ester. If running longer than 8 weeks, consider switching to a longer ester to reduce the frequency of injections.
Testosterone Phenylpropionate (TPP)
• Dosage: Similar to Test P, typically 100-150mg EOD
TPP can be an alternative to Propionate for those who experience significant PIP. It has a similar half-life but is generally milder on the injection site.
Equipoise (EQ)
• Dosage: 600mg/week
• Cycle Length: 16 weeks (up to 24 weeks for experienced users)
EQ is often used for long-term cycles due to its ability to increase red blood cell count and enhance appetite. While ideal for long cycles (up to 24 weeks), it’s only recommended for experienced users, particularly those on Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT). During EQ cycles, it’s a good practice to donate blood to manage hematocrit and RBC levels.
1-Testosterone Cypionate (Dihydroboldenone, DHB)
• Dosage: 500mg/week
• Cycle Length: 12 weeks minimum
1-Testosterone is considered a versatile compound, offering many of the benefits of Trenbolone without the intense side effects. It can be used for both cutting and bulking, providing a good balance of strength and lean muscle gains.
Primobolan (Enanthate)
• Dosage: 800mg/week
• Cycle Length: 16 weeks
Known as the “Cadillac” of cutting steroids, Primobolan is highly valued for fat loss and muscle preservation during caloric deficits. The longer you can run this compound, the better, but it’s more effective when used during longer cutting cycles.
Masteron (Enanthate)
• Dosage: 400mg/week
• Cycle Length: 12 weeks
Masteron is highly effective in cutting cycles, particularly for those with low body fat, as it helps reduce estrogenic effects and promotes a leaner physique. It can also be used in bulking cycles to help control estrogen levels, but be cautious not to crash estrogen when using low-dose testosterone with Masteron.
Masteron (Propionate)
• Dosage: 100mg every other day (EOD)
Masteron Propionate is similar in use to the Enanthate form but requires more frequent injections due to its shorter half-life. It’s highly effective in maintaining lean muscle during fat loss phases.
Deca Durabolin (Nandrolone Decanoate)
• Dosage: 400mg/week
• Cycle Length: 12 weeks minimum
Deca is known for promoting joint lubrication and significant mass gains. However, it is highly suppressive and can make PCT more difficult. It’s essential to manage prolactin levels, and the testosterone to Deca ratio should ideally be at least 1.5:1 to avoid libido issues often referred to as "Deca Dick."
Nandrolone Phenylpropionate (NPP)
• Dosage: 100mg every other day (EOD)
• Cycle Length: 8 weeks
NPP is a faster-acting alternative to Deca, with some users reporting less water retention. It can be used in both cutting and bulking phases, but just like Deca, it’s important to ensure that testosterone levels are kept higher to avoid sexual dysfunction during the cycle.
If you’ve used any of these compounds or have insights on effective cycle planning and results, feel free to share your experiences.
! Definitely agree it works best with low body fat.