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post 1618619881 10-06-2020, 06:16 PM
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To all the natty lifters out there. Why are you natty?

Reasons for me.

1. I’m in it for the health aspect, i feel like steroids counteract that part of it.

2. I want to see my genetic potential.

3. Natural gains are more gratifying IMO.

4. You’ll never look too big, to where you’re no longer attractive.

5. Also, genetically prone to acne.

6. The most enjoyable part about the gym for me is the mental aspect. Pushing past those pain barriers.
post 1618620161 10-06-2020, 06:20 PM
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Risks of dat dere celltech for me are:
-in my jurisdiction celtech resellers are some sketchy people
-you don’t know if you’re gonna get 100% high quality cell tech or some adulterated version that will cause you problems
-even if legit, may have unwanted sides
-may not get consistent dosage
-can’t afford to catch a case in my line of work, might change if I retired
-don’t really have time to research how it all works
-probably not at natty limit if such a thing even exists
Mods all above comments relate to legal over-the-counter cell tech preworkout drink mix
post 1618620201 10-06-2020, 06:21 PM
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All of the above
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post 1618620381 10-06-2020, 06:24 PM
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So I can feel better than everyone else
post 1618620471 10-06-2020, 06:25 PM
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It's a hobby/passion - not worth the risk as it doesn't provide my living
Don't want to jack up my natural test levels
I will get on TRT when it is time
I'm not insecure about my physique, so I don't need help to inflate my self-worth
post 1618620511 10-06-2020, 06:26 PM
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I couldn't handle seeing myself drastically change when I got off.
post 1618620581 10-06-2020, 06:27 PM
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I dont even know anymore, Im not prone to balding or acne and Im already 24 so I know it’d be the perfect time for a nice test cycle...but I dont know, I dont really care anymore, I have other priorities rn and Im somewhat satisfied with my physique.

Will 100% jump on TRT as soon as my test starts to decline tho
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post 1618620601 10-06-2020, 06:27 PM
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There's nothing to gain.
post 1618620621 10-06-2020, 06:28 PM
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Originally Posted By MilkforBrains⏩
I couldn't handle seeing myself drastically change when I got off.
Mental aspect of being off is rough. Even though you are bigger than ever before you feel small.
50% of my posts are 100% factual
post 1618620641 10-06-2020, 06:28 PM
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I don’t need celltech to lift 12oz beers
post 1618620751 10-06-2020, 06:29 PM
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Not worth it unless you make a living out of your body (pro athlete / bodybuilder / fitness model)
post 1618620811 10-06-2020, 06:30 PM
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I’m not bald yet
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post 1618620981 10-06-2020, 06:31 PM
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Potential health consequences, not sure if I could trust myself once I started (to not keep increasing dosages), as someone mentioned - not being sure about quality, not wanting to worry about potentially having to incorporate other shyt (like AIs), not wanting to start and decide I always have to at least "cruise" all the time, etc. Also, as others mentioned it seems kind of silly if you just lift recreationally and aren't making any sort of money off your physique.

Perhaps one day I'll get my test checked and see if I can get some medically prescribed OJ. Even then I'd probably be hesitant though. Some extra gains and more libido would be nice though.
post 1618621091 10-06-2020, 06:33 PM
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Originally Posted By God_Given⏩
It's a hobby/passion - not worth the risk as it doesn't provide my living
Don't want to jack up my natural test levels
I will get on TRT when it is time
I'm not insecure about my physique, so I don't need help to inflate my self-worth
Very true. I feel like my test is naturally high and i don’t want to mess that up. My dad is 60 with test levels of a 20 y/o

He’s at 600ng/dl

Also yeah to the other poster. I would hate to see myself shrink. The good thing about being natty is it takes a while to lose your gains. So going on a vacation with a **** diet is no prob.
post 1618621151 10-06-2020, 06:34 PM
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I've never had any interest in taking anything. Even when I competed. That chit is just so bad for you. Not worth it.
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post 1618621161 10-06-2020, 06:34 PM
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Don’t wanna lose hair and don’t want my skin to age and don’t want to be on trt for life just yet and don’t wanna spend 1k on blood test

Although I’m thinking of giving up my natty card and doing a swarm soon

There’s times where I think I’m dumb af for staying natty but then I just remember my hair & skin

I wanna stay looking 23 till my 40s and 50s
post 1618621211 10-06-2020, 06:34 PM
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I have pretty good genetics already. Get pretty high level athletics without it. Don't want to deal with the health consequences. Want to see what I can do with my body on its own. Much more appealing to me. I'll never look like a jacked stage ready guy, but those guys don't last long anyways.

Mainly the health and hormonal issues I don't want to deal with. I'll pass on that. Plus don't want to affect any chance of having kids, even if it's only a small chance.
post 1618621261 10-06-2020, 06:36 PM
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Pretty much the reasons you stated. Plus I hate lying so if someone were to ever ask if I was natural or not, I don't have to lie to them and can be proud of my progress
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post 1618621421 10-06-2020, 06:37 PM
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-Satisfaction knowing I mog 90% of lifters anyways.
-Too dumb/lazy to manage a cycle on my own just to be a bit bigger/stronger
-Already mogging roidcels in strength and physique too
post 1618622731 10-06-2020, 06:53 PM
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Mostly the crime of getting it. I don't know anyone personally anymore who uses.
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post 1618623721 10-06-2020, 07:05 PM
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People that I know who have claimed to take lower doses: their gains don’t seem worth the health risk that they did experience (main thing acne and ED). They still looked natty

Guys I know who have taken higher doses: look ridiculous
post 1618623801 10-06-2020, 07:06 PM
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i always lifted for sports during HS and College, it was never for bodybuilding.

now lift for mental stress and health.

i have an addictive personality so it is prob not good for me.

plus i hate needles.
post 1618624061 10-06-2020, 07:09 PM
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Originally Posted By littlecaesars59⏩
i always lifted for sports during HS and College, it was never for bodybuilding.

now lift for mental stress and health.

i have an addictive personality so it is prob not good for me.

plus i hate needles.
Yeah I have an addictive personality too. That’s why I used to be an opiate junkie.
post 1618624411 10-06-2020, 07:14 PM
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Originally Posted By Deezenutz⏩
Pretty much the reasons you stated. Plus I hate lying so if someone were to ever ask if I was natural or not, I don't have to lie to them and can be proud of my progress
You don’t have to lie. I’ve taken gear. You’d be surprised how many do
post 1618625171 10-06-2020, 07:24 PM
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I used to be like u. Then prescribed and now on First real. It’s game changer even at therapeutic levels. Day and night difference. Trained natural for 6 years so I know. Also pekple if done right zero sides. Srs
post 1618626701 10-06-2020, 07:46 PM
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I don't want to get too big.
I want to be lean.
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I don't care about lifting that much

although I might consider hopping on in the future if I ever go bald
post 1618627941 10-06-2020, 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted By jasticus⏩
I used to be like u. Then prescribed and now on First real. It’s game changer even at therapeutic levels. Day and night difference. Trained natural for 6 years so I know. Also pekple if done right zero sides. Srs
you on that youtube influencer lifestyle? its the current trend right now to be on TRT before 40
post 1618628001 10-06-2020, 08:05 PM
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Because orals gave me terrible back pain and bloated my face to the max
post 1618628231 10-06-2020, 08:07 PM
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Why not be natty if your physique or strength is not strongly correlated to making $$$.

Why spend money for chitty side effects?
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