
Originally Posted by
BASK8KACE
BLT,
To put your mind at ease, you can think of this as two back-to-back cycles: A short 7- or 8-week cycle, a 2-week break, and a long cycle of 13 or more weeks.
You really do not have to worry about the brief testosterone fluctuation. It won't be problematic.
You can try raising the dose. It might help a bit, but it's unnecessary. If you're worried about losing muscle mass, don't--just make sure you eat well. You'll have more than 13 weeks of your cycle left when you return. This is barely a bump in the road, but I understand why you're concerned.
I'm not sure whether you are planning to hit the gym while you're gone. If you're not, that's fine. You're body and your joints are going to love the rest period. You'll probably find that you'll come back refreshed and a bit stronger in a few days after getting back in the gym (if you were working intensely for the last few weeks). Just make sure you keep eating well--don't starve yourself.