I’m a 47 y/o male recently diagnosed with low T.
5’7”, 158 lbs. 12% BF
I’ve been an ‘adventure/endurance athlete’ my entire life. All of my activities/sports are powered by me so power-to-weight ratio is important. The last couple years my training has consisted of mountain biking (3 to 6 hrs week), trail running, hiking with a 40 lb. pack on (2 to 4 hrs week), weight training (mainly to keep muscle groups balanced/toned. 2 hrs week), and rock climbing (training in a climbing gym. 4 hrs. week). I know how to train and can still make my bike go and climb at a level higher than a casual weekend warrior.
I was a ski racer in my late teens. Transitioned to bicycle racing and triathlons. Surfed a bunch. MMA for a couple years. Rock, ice, and mountain climbed all over the place last 10 years.
I’m an MBA and have been an entrepreneur forever. I’m very risk tolerant in everything I do.
I’m mostly vegetarian and have eaten very clean/smart my entire life. I eat adequate protein. Elevated cholesterol is hereditary. Vit D was a bit low so have begun a supplement.
No smoking, virtually no alcohol or caffeine.
My fitness is excellent and other than totally fading in the evenings my energy has seemed OK. Libido reasonable (I think) for my age. My sleep is not great but I do manage to get 7 to 8 hrs. a night.
Recently I went to a Naturopathic doctor to check for mild food intolerances (I have virtually none). Blood panels came back Low T. Dr. prescribed 200 mg T Cyp every 7 to 10 days. I had my first injection 7 days ago and the 2nd yesterday (6 days apart because of scheduling). I’m possibly projecting but it seems I’m sleeping a bit better and have a slightly better mood.
I’m completely new to TRT/HRT and am hopeful I can get some feedback. (I’ve been reading here for a couple weeks) Dosages, other dr*gs to consider, blood panels, concerns, books, articles, etc? I understand I’m on this track for the rest of my life and I’m cool with that. I just want to get up to speed fast as possible.
Thanks and Peace
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