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Thread: Got Test results, how does this look guys? (srs)

post 1644112203 08-02-2021, 11:10 AM
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Got Test results, how does this look guys? (srs)

Was thinking I might be finally jumping on the TRT wagon, but looks like no. Anyway, how does this measure up for an almost 42yo lifetime natty?

Test, total, MS = 668ng/dL

Test, Free = 113.6pg/mL
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for 41 that total ng/dl is pretty good srs.

Mine was like 330 ng/dl 4 months ago
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I wouldn't mess with that. Do your thyroid labs look good?

Also, don't put much faith in free test results. The test is flawed and not very accurate.

This is better to use for comparison.

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It's really good.

Mine was 127 6 years ago.
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post 1644112823 08-02-2021, 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted By keyboardworkout⏩
I wouldn't mess with that. Do your thyroid labs look good?

Also, don't put much faith in free test results. The test is flawed and not very accurate.

This is better to use for comparison.

http://www.issam.ch/freetesto.htm
Yeah, all my other labs are good. I have high cholesterol and triglycerides but that's the only thing out of normal range for me.
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post 1644112903 08-02-2021, 11:23 AM
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seems solid and good
as a 40 year old you
need to check your cholestreol profile with Liver and kidney and glucose H1abc
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Mirin

I for sure plan to get a script for trt when I’m in my forties but if my levels are like that I won’t bother
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post 1644113343 08-02-2021, 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted By DimTriad⏩
Mirin

I for sure plan to get a script for trt when I’m in my forties but if my levels are like that I won’t bother
Thanks brah. Want to rep you but mirin that aesthetic rep power.
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if you are a lifelong lifter and very into it i dont see what the rational fear is with just having to jab your ass/leg once a week to have extremely optimal performance level hormone functioning.

I mean you could have twice that level by taking 2 minutes out of your day 1 time a week and have increased recovery, increase libido, increased sleep, increased mood, increased fat loss. Theres practically no downsides to TRT levels except the jab. IDK why guys even question it TBH.
guys will spend more time mowing their lawn, making coffee, cleaning their vehicle, than it would take to optimize sex hormone function.
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Looking absolutely stellar, especially for 41.

Mine were ~320 and free was below reference at 38 years old. LH/FSH were in the gutter. Decided to hop on the TRT train. Avoid if you can. Being married to the needle sucks.

At those levels, you'll probably avoid the needle for life. Lucky man/10.
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post 1644113623 08-02-2021, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted By Drew23⏩
Yeah, all my other labs are good. I have high cholesterol and triglycerides but that's the only thing out of normal range for me.
I started TRT at 44 after numerous tests showing ~300ng/dl for total test. My thyroid levels were also low. Test cyp alone fixed my thyroid as well as my test levels.

Don't mess with test until you are consistently at 300 ng/dl or below.
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post 1644113773 08-02-2021, 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted By lockdev⏩
Looking absolutely stellar, especially for 41.

Mine were ~320 and free was below reference at 38 years old. LH/FSH were in the gutter. Decided to hop on the TRT train. Avoid if you can. Being married to the needle sucks.

At those levels, you'll probably avoid the needle for life. Lucky man/10.
how does this happen at age 38?
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post 1644113823 08-02-2021, 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted By Jestbrah⏩
if you are a lifelong lifter and very into it i dont see what the rational fear is with just having to jab your ass/leg once a week to have extremely optimal performance level hormone functioning.

I mean you could have twice that level by taking 2 minutes out of your day 1 time a week and have increased recovery, increase libido, increased sleep, increased mood, increased fat loss. Theres practically no downsides to TRT levels except the jab. IDK why guys even question it TBH.
guys will spend more time mowing their lawn, making coffee, cleaning their vehicle, than it would take to optimize sex hormone function.
This
Id way rather see you around 1400-1500 total and 220-250 free. But if your feeling Good, sleeping good and fn your wife at least three times a week then your Ok.
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Originally Posted By Jestbrah⏩
if you are a lifelong lifter and very into it i dont see what the rational fear is with just having to jab your ass/leg once a week to have extremely optimal performance level hormone functioning.

I mean you could have twice that level by taking 2 minutes out of your day 1 time a week and have increased recovery, increase libido, increased sleep, increased mood, increased fat loss. Theres practically no downsides to TRT levels except the jab. IDK why guys even question it TBH.
guys will spend more time mowing their lawn, making coffee, cleaning their vehicle, than it would take to optimize sex hormone function.
p.s avoiding talking too directly on this one, I defo have seen the evidence on this one


two Qs


Is doubling Vitamin T levels when you are 20s for lifelong use OK?



How much is too much? Surely side effects are correlated if you triple - quadruple; where do most go wrong?



cuz most brahs who take vitamins make it out it is no-brainer as u get life quality benefits at the expense of nothing





Assuming you lift 3-5x a week and care about your health in terms of consuming whole foods, no alcohol/smoking etc
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Originally Posted By chaunce54⏩
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Congrats brah!
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Originally Posted By atgbrahsrs⏩
how does this happen at age 38?
Have always had borderline low T brah. I have secondary hypogonadism caused by a pituitary disorder. My LH and FSH are really low and in turn, my body produces test irregularly and in low amounts.

The sad thing is, most docs didn't want to help because my levels were all in "reference range". Most didn't want to even touch the subject. Finally got a good doctor who helped.
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Originally Posted By Jestbrah⏩
if you are a lifelong lifter and very into it i dont see what the rational fear is with just having to jab your ass/leg once a week to have extremely optimal performance level hormone functioning.

I mean you could have twice that level by taking 2 minutes out of your day 1 time a week and have increased recovery, increase libido, increased sleep, increased mood, increased fat loss. Theres practically no downsides to TRT levels except the jab. IDK why guys even question it TBH.
guys will spend more time mowing their lawn, making coffee, cleaning their vehicle, than it would take to optimize sex hormone function.
Personally I’m always prepared to just disappear off into the world at any moment. 100% comfortable figuring out how to live life from some remote wilderness to third world chit hole etc.. no matter what life throws at me. I’m settling down with a family etc.. and it’s not like I am full prepper mode. But I don’t want to be unable to function 100% if I’m ever in a situation where I can’t get some prescription for months on end.
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Originally Posted By Drew23⏩
Was thinking I might be finally jumping on the TRT wagon, but looks like no. Anyway, how does this measure up for an almost 42yo lifetime natty?

Test, total, MS = 668ng/dL

Test, Free = 113.6pg/mL
Was there something going on that made you curious or concerned, or did you just want to know your current numbers?
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Originally Posted By x-trainer
Was there something going on that made you curious or concerned, or did you just want to know your current numbers?
Just noticing certain things starting to break down more often. More joint pain, etc. And a buddy told me I should just get tested and see where I'm at. In his words "you would be insane not to at least get tested".

So now I know.
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Originally Posted By Drew23⏩
Just noticing certain things starting to break down more often. More joint pain, etc. And a buddy told me I should just get tested and see where I'm at. In his words "you would be insane not to at least get tested".

So now I know.
So at 41, more joint pain after years of heavy lifting is "normal" and nothing is out of wack.
I assumed "break down" more often just came with the territory.
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