
Originally Posted by
Theatrix
Now I understand!.........As I was reading all of this, it brought back memories of my Pre-trt days. Classic symptom of low test is achy joints. I agree that at our age (51), it is part of the territory. However it can be managed to a point where it is just a nuisance and not a hindrance. Afterall, the point is to improve quality of life, right?
I have been on TRT since early 07' and will never look back. I can build mass and recover with the best of them (well almost). I lift with my 18 and 20 y/o sons and THEY complain to ME about pain. Haha.
Its worth having your panel done to see what your test is. Mine was 105, now I keep it between 800-1000.
I also take 4 caps a day of Glucosamine which almost eliminates any aches I may have. I have had both knees done within the last 10 years (ACL/MCL) from sports injuries and they will act up occasionally during and after heavy squats, but I can still put up 450lbs. Nothing that 1000mg of Ibuprofen won't handle.
At the end of the day, after a tough workout, I still wouldn't have it any other way. Makes me feel alive to feel a little pain.