Started test injections today for Low test levels

**manonfire** · 03-29-2012, 10:22 AM

I was tested for low testoserone levels. My levels were at 176. My doc put me on test cyponate 200 mg every 2 weeks. My question is what can I do
to enhance the current test to gain more muscle while I cut some fat weight? I am 45 6'4 280 lbs and had my body fat measured at 19%
My current diet is fairly clean but am going to change it to be as clean as I can. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

**gixxerboy1** · 03-29-2012, 10:41 AM

diet and exercise,

**gats0101** · 03-29-2012, 10:47 AM

I would definately look into a basic weightlifting program and check out the nutrtion forum on the site. You might think that you are eating clean but in reality you might not be. Knowledge is power bro, start reading.

**manonfire** · 03-29-2012, 01:50 PM

I appreciate the responses I recieved so far.. However I am looking for advice for stacking something with the current test I am on... I lift in am and cardio in Pm.
thanks

**BigGuy90** · 03-29-2012, 01:55 PM

I would first get that bf% lowered. more bf=more chance of sides. Try getting it down to at least 15% then think about doing a cycle.

**manonfire** · 03-29-2012, 02:10 PM

Thanks big guy... I will work on the bodyfat... What would you recomend to use when that happens.. I would like to start
finding what I will need. I will want to do my research.

**gixxerboy1** · 03-29-2012, 02:14 PM

do not even think of stacking anything yet. Your going to need follow up blood work to make sure the dose you are on is correct. Also checking estrogen levels. Getting yourself normal should be your first priority.

**manonfire** · 03-29-2012, 02:16 PM

Gixxer, do you think It would be ok to up the dose of test c by itself?

**gixxerboy1** · 03-29-2012, 02:23 PM

Originally Posted by manonfire

Gixxer, do you think It would be ok to up the dose of test c by itself?

not now. Your going to have to go for more bloodwork. so if your levels are high he will cut the dose of your script. Ot if your levels are normal on a higher dose you will not get an increase you would need because he thinks everything is perfect. Also taking more will mess with your estrogen levels too. So that could mess up a script for an ai you may need.

**manonfire** · 03-29-2012, 02:28 PM

Gixxer, I get my test from the military as I am a Vet... I was told I would be on the same dose.
I was not scheduled for another test and I get my scripts in the mail. Why do you think they did
not schedule or mention a follow up? Not sure what an AI is? Why did they pick this dose do you think?
Thanks for your help

**gixxerboy1** · 03-29-2012, 02:33 PM

Originally Posted by manonfire

Gixxer, I get my test from the military as I am a Vet... I was told I would be on the same dose.
I was not scheduled for another test and I get my scripts in the mail. Why do you think they did
not schedule or mention a follow up? Not sure what an AI is? Why did they pick this dose do you think?
Thanks for your help

i know nothing on how the military healthcare works. But not everyone on trt takes the same dose. Everyone reacts different so some people require more or less test then others.
I know people who take twice as much test as me and their blood levels dont come back as high as mine. So most dr's do bloodwork to see where you are at after being on a few months and adjsut the dose if its needed.

an ai is aromatase inhibitor. Taking extra test can raise your estrogen levels. You want to keep them in the normal range. High estrogen can cause other health issues.

**manonfire** · 03-29-2012, 02:44 PM

Gixxer do you take test for theraphy as well? My level was at 176 they said normal is 225 to 900 I would like to be in the middle somewhere
at least... I also would like to avoid the crash before the next shot that is one reason for wanting to take extra.. Was thinking of upping it to 300-400 mg every two weeks