29 марта 2021
Anabolic steroids
According to statistics, 70% of men who have been in the gym for a long time have tried anabolic steroids.
But not everyone wants to risk their health in order to achieve athletic performance. The question then becomes, are there any safe anabolic steroids for gaining muscle mass? We will talk about this in today`s article.
Are there anabolic steroids without side effects
Artificial anabolic steroids are a separate class of drugs with their indications for use, contraindications, and possible side effects. All this is indicated in the instructions.
Remember: there is no such thing as completely safe steroids! We can only talk about drugs with minimal risk of unpleasant consequences.
The best anabolic steroids for muscle gain:
The most famous and commonly used steroids in bodybuilding, with a low level of side effects, are:
- Primobolan
- Boldenone
- Anavar
- Turinabol
- Winstrol
Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages.
Primobolan
Definitely the safest steroid for gaining muscle mass. But far from the most effective.
Many professional bodybuilders use it while taking a break from hard drugs.
This period is called "bridge", when in between cycles of taking powerful androgenic steroids (testosterone, nandrolone, methane), a mild anabolic is used to maintain the gained muscle mass.
At the same time, bodybuilders do not even consider the use of Primobolan as a course. For them, it`s just a break from heavy drugs.
There are two forms of Primobolan release:
Injection
The period of action is 4-6 days (one injection per week is enough). This type is popular, as it contains the more active substance, has a long period of action and costs an order of magnitude less than the tablet form.
In tablets
Primobolan tablets have a short duration of action - about 5 hours. It is consumed 2-3 times a day. Due to the higher price, it is in much less demand.
Primobolan has “childish” side effects:
- dizziness
- excitation
- slight aggression possible
The load on the liver is absent in injections but may be mild in the tablet form.
The suppression of the production of its own testosterone is minimal. But only on the condition of small and medium dosages!
With regard to gaining muscle mass with the use of Primobolan, how safe it is, and so ineffective for a significant increase in muscle volume.
It is only suitable for those who are trying steroids for the first time.
The first course on Primobolan usually gives an increase in weight of 2-4 kg for 6 weeks of admission. Sports nutritional supplements also achieve similar results.
Boldenone (boldenone undecylenate)
Among bodybuilders, Boldenone is considered a mild alternative to Deca (nandrolone decanoate). In terms of their effectiveness, they are very similar (appetite is greatly increased, gives a good increase in mass and strength). But at the same time, there are no side effects standards for strong androgens.
Boldenone is available in injectable form only. This can be a limiting factor for its application.
Beginners and intermediate athletes use Boldenone to gain muscle mass quickly. True, working dosages should be at average and above-average levels - 400-800 mg per week. The generally accepted frequency of injections is once a week.
Another feature of the drug is that it “turns on” for a long time. The first shifts in muscle growth begin two weeks after the first injection.
But on the other hand, the anabolic effect of the intake continues for about 3-4 weeks after the last injection.
And now for the side effects.
This is a veterinary drug for animals. Hence the quality of the medicine, which is poorly controlled.
Allergic reactions are possible:
- itching at the injection site
- redness of the skin
- increased body temperature
Otherwise, there are no more negative reactions of the body, except for acne, which can develop in the middle or at the end of the steroid cycle.
Suppression of the production of own testosterone is minimal, there is no load on the liver.
The gains in muscle mass are not as bright as with powerful androgens, but they persist longer.
Unfortunately, after several courses, Boldenone stops working solo - this is when only one steroid is used in a cycle. But you can continue to take it “on the pad, using two or more steroids at once.
Anavar (oxandrolone)
The “mildest” and safest of the oral (tablet) anabolic steroids.
Its safety is evidenced by the fact that in medicine it is prescribed for medicinal purposes to women and adolescents.
Advantages of the drug:
- side effects are rare and mild
- not toxic to the liver (even hepatitis can be treated with it)
- practically does not suppress the production of its own testosterone (except at high dosages).
However, for muscle growth, it is suitable only for beginners, and then for the first 1-2 courses. The weight gain on oxandrolone is minimal.
Turinabol (Chlordehydromethyltestosterone)
Anabolic steroids, which for a long time was the secret weapon of athletes from the GDR, who won the most powerful sports states at the Olympic Games - the USA and the USSR.
It is often used in various strength sports.
In terms of its effectiveness, it is similar to Dianabol (methandienone):
- increases strength
- muscle mass grows at an average rate (Turinabol does not hold water, unlike Methane).
It is considered two times weaker than Methane, so its dosages are doubled, respectively.
Turinabol is the most effective mild anabolic for muscle mass and strength.
But you have to pay for this with the risk of a number of side effects:
- loads the liver
- suppresses the production of its own testosterone
These phenomena increase with increasing dosage of the drug. Of course, the manifestation of these "side effects" is not as powerful as that of hard steroids, but it is still there.
Winstrol (Stanozolol)
Winstrol was also actively used in professional sports in various disciplines (athletics, martial arts, weightlifting, and others) until anti-doping laboratories learned to detect it.
Now the drug is widely used in bodybuilding, mainly during the "drying" period, and in strength sports.
Such a spread in sports indicates high performance.
However, Winstrol is definitely not a mass-gaining drug. It gives a good increase in strength, but without increasing its own body weight.
Available in injectable and tablet form. The injections have a more pronounced anabolic effect, but they need to be injected every other day, which is not very convenient.
It is better to use pills, but the lower dosage that they contain reduces the result.
Although Winstrol is considered a mild anabolic, it also has side effects:
- toxic to the liver (both in tablets and in injections)
- reduces the level of production of its own testosterone
- the injections are quite painful and often provoke abscesses
As usual, the risks of negative effects from taking Winstrol increase with increasing dosage.
What should be a safe course of steroids
In summary, the best steroid courses to gain muscle mass with minimal side effects are as follows:
Course duration - no more than 6-8 weeks
Rest from admission - at least 5-6 weeks
Ideally, use only one type of steroid
In our case, this is Boldenone. Those who do not accept injections can opt for Turinabol.
The optimal dosage of Boldenone is 400-800 mg per week, Turinabol is 20-40 mg (2-4 tablets) per day.
Dosages of steroids depend on body weight. If your weight is less than 80 kg, focus on the lower values. If 80 kg and more - at the maximum recommended.
Conclusion
Whether or not to take anabolic steroids is a personal choice for everyone in the gym.
In any case, remember that the foundation of muscle growth is regular strength training, a properly balanced diet, and adequate recovery.
Without these three ingredients, even steroids will be powerless to help you build muscle.