Halo question!

[magic32]

I especially like reading the more obscure steroid threads, because they are often misunderstood. One should always consider the reliability of source info.

No, it isn't. It is purely an AAS, not a CNS stimulant (which would be something like speed).

You're getting confused because of its ability to increase CNS efficiency (improving your brain's ability to send signals to skeletal muscle fibers), which is a property of androgens. The increase in aggression is largely due to it's lowering of cortisol, as well as its androgenic value.

CNS adaptation is better explained here: Bodybuilding.com - The New Approach To Instinctual Training!

Thank you for making that plain Bona.

Plus, due to its strong affinity for the androgen receptors Halo increases lipolytic activity, i.e., the metabolism of stored fat, and its conversion into ready to use energy. This effect of Halo assiduously benefits restrictive dieting and is largely responsible for its improved lean muscle density. The other contributing factors are, as a non-aromatizing steroid users don't have to contend with the traditionally associated estrogenic side effects, and as mentioned by Bona it reduces cortisol. Actually, Halo substantially inhibits glucocorticoid hormones – any of a group of corticosteroids with major involvement in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, as well as in other processes like the: promotion of fat cell storage, i.e., body fat gain; destruction of muscle cells which weakens muscular fibers, tissues, and ultimately the muscle itself; and alteration of connective tissue response to injury and inhibition of inflammatory and allergic reactions. The primary glucocorticoid hormones within the human body are cortisone and cortisol (hydrocortisone), both of which are instrumental in muscle catabolism (especially during times of intense dieting), and both of which are substantially inhibited by Halo. And yes it is harsh, but not as much as people think. It can be, and is quite often safely run at 10-30 mg ED for 6-8 wks. Many real powerlifters tend to take 40 mg ED, at 4-5 wks.

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No joke, I was probably doing 4.5mg a day! At least my liver would still love me if that was the case.

The first cycle of halo I did, gave me crazy crazy headaches at 30mg, and actually leaned up a couple pounds while adding strength. I didn't get a single headache on this 45mg/day cycle of IP. Nor did I feel much aggression, strength gain. If anything, all I had was a "placebo" affect.

Yeah, you might want to reconsider your source not only due to the extreme lack of results, but also the reputation.