ANAVAR?? Read this... All Quesitons ANSWERED!
Ok, so I have been using this site for research for about 3 months now and a member now for just over a month. I too am already sick of the same question over and over again. I am only experienced enough in Anavar to give an educated opinion so this thread is only about Anavar, how and what to do with it.... After reading this, you should be well informed.
I am just going to quickly say this is not a scientific in-depth look at what Anavar will do to your body, this is the "dumb" version. If you want the more in-depth info please read this thread: http://forums.steroid.com/members-cycle-results/403234-anavar-cycle-those-interested.html *EDIT* also check this out for blood work: http://forums.steroid.com/anabolic-steroids-questions-answers/417969-blood-work-spermatic-cytoanalysis-after-oxandrolone-cycle-63-mg-ed-averaged.html
by far the most in-depth threads about anavar results I've ever seen... nice work on it BJJ and thanks! The only reason I am doing this is because most of the question regarding anavar come from the "noobs" and they don't want that version... they want the "dumb" version:)
What is Anavar??? click here: http://forums.steroid.com/steroid-profiles/199816-anabolic-review-steroid-profile-anavar-oxandrolone.html
I am 26 years old 6'1 208lbs and at 16% BF. I have worked physical labour jobs my whole life and trained on and off since I was 16. I have been seriously training for just over a year now. I suffered a shoulder injury in October of 2009 and fell off the wagon for 2.5 months and have been working hard to get back on it. As for my experience with Anavar I have 2 cycles under my belt one in the summer of 2009 and the other just recent. I also have hundreds of hours of personal research regarding Anavar whether it be scientific or personal results of others, I think I've heard it all. I am however no expert on the field and do welcome any educated criticism regarding this post. I'll be the first to admit I shouldn't have done the last cycle of Anavar until I got in a little better shape but I was depressed and knew the strength gains would cheer me up! :)
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Down to business
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I am going to start off with the age old debate of; Should I do an Anavar only cycle? Well.... If you have the money and have never experimented with AAS, I say yes. This is a good way to warm you up to AAS in a whole. I was a strong believer in this cycle only and said I would never pin myself, not because I hate needles but a personal thing. After 2 Var only cycles I have decided I will probably never do a Var only cycle again. Take it from me, my research and experience.... There are much better cycles, oral only is not the answer. Learn this for yourself though.... give var only a try.
What kind of people should do a Var only cycle?
Well... you should be at least 24 years old, have a great diet and be under 17% BF. This is not a miracle drug that will just make you burn fat. You must remember if doing var only you're obviously looking to cut. So DIET is Number 1!! Do you know what your BMR is? If you don't, don't start this cycle. Figure out your BMR and cater to it based on your workout. 6 to 8 meals and yes, a protein shake alone is considered a meal in my eyes.
What results can I expect from Var only?
Before I answer this I want you to understand, everyones body reacts different to AAS so this is a general guidline for results, please do not debate the results I suggest based on your personal experience. You will see a huge increase in strength and vascularity. You will see some fat loss. You will see anywhere between 4 and 10 lbs lean muscle mass increase. When lifting, your muslces will get so hard, you'll think they are about to explode. This is a great feeling, you feel like you can conquer the whole rack! Please don't try :). Your weights will increase about 20%.
What side effects can I expect?
With any sort of AAS there can be a long list of sides, but that goes for anything, even tylenol. I am not going to go into all the little "uncommon" sides of Var, just the few major ones. Your testosterone levels will drop... significantly. Your liver will spike even though Var is very mild on the liver it still effects it. Take milk thistle or something for the liver.... This is a must! DO NOT drink alchohol while on your Anavar cycle.... this is just stupid and I see it all the time. If you don't have the discipline to do that, you aren't ready for AAS! Get blood tests done before, during and after the cycle. This way you can monitor and gauge your recovery. I also feel this is a must.
What dose should I take and for how long?
Anything under 60mg everyday (ed) is a waste of money.... I don't care what anybody says! If you're doing var only nothing under 60mg/ed. You should do between 60mg to 100mg/ed depending on how your body responds. 80mg/ed is such a nice marker for most, I personally take 90mg/ed. Length of cycle should be no less than 8 weeks, I prefer 10 weeks and feel I get the best results at that length, but its up to you. I also wouldn't recommend anything more than 12 weeks but it can be done.
Wow.... you may be thinking.... "Shit this is going to be expensive" YES! it is... and that is why most people do these ridiculous cycles of 40 and 50mg/ed for 6 weeks because they try to save money and think they don't need that much var. You want to talk about expensive? If you do that cycle you just threw your money away and got very little results. If you can't afford the cycle I suggested above then Anavar is not for you. Lets say you can afford it but want the 40mg/ed for 6 weeks just to see how your body reacts because you're a noob and are nervous.... then your not ready for AAS. Its that simple.... that would be like doing 200mg a week of test E for 4 weeks... pointless.
Should I take it all in ony shot or spread it throughout the day?
You can do it either way.... I think it makes more since to break it up between 2 or 3 scheduled dosings. With having an 8-12 hour half life just spread it and keep it constant in your body. I do 30mg first thing in the morning, 30mg around noon and 30mg at about 5pm.
Do I need PCT? What Should I use? Why do I need it?
YES! Always! I know a lot of guys who say you can take just clomid or nolva. I like to take them both, better to be safe. I suggest Clomid 50mg/ed for 4 weeks and Nolva at 40mg/ed for 2 weeks then 20mg/ed for 2 more weeks. If you have a tought time reading this means 4 weeks of PCT and yes you take both Clomid and Nolva in the same day. I like to spread them out, one in the morning and the other at noon. You need it to help restore your testosterone levels as fast as possible so you do not lose what you've gained.
I have been slowly writing this over the day while I am working and I know I am forgetting something just can't think what.... I am sure an edit will be coming when I get a chance to read it tonight, but this is what I am posting. I hope I have helped, now please stop asking the same questions.
Thanks
