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Introduction
While the striking results of steroids are being discussed in hushed tones, you are likely to hear one name above all others – “Trenbolone”.
Those who have used it swear that there is nothing like it in the fitness space.
In fact, despite never gaining legitimacy for human use, for several decades, it has continued its run as the most popular of anabolic steroids.
If you are curious about Trenbolone and what it can and cannot do, here is the lowdown on the substance that is touted as one of the most powerful bodybuilding drugs in the world.
What exactly is Trenbolone?
An anabolic androgenic steroid (AAS), trenbolone acetate blasted onto the scene in the 1960’s.
A type of nandrolone compound, trenbolone was and continues to be produced for veterinary use. In livestock, the steroid was meant to increase muscle mass through androgenic gains, and that is precisely what it does in humans as well, among other things.
The problem is that the substance was never approved for human consumption in any form, so there are no guidelines for human use of the steroid.
Yet, for decades, it has been used as a performance and physique enhancing drug. Like all anabolics, trenbolone is a Schedule III substance in the US and a banned/illegal drug.
But, there is certainly no dearth of shady sources of the steroid both offline and online. However, the fact that the substance is unregulated means that it is made in dodgy laboratories, so there is no telling how dangerous the product you are buying can be.
Different forms of trenbolone
The steroid is available in 3 esterified forms; each has its own side effects and half life cycle.
Trenbolone acetate: This is, by far, the most popular of the three despite the shortest half life cycle of just 3 days. It gets absorbed fast and is purged out of the system just as quickly.
But, rapid absorption also means quick results. Users often go for daily injections because this ester has the most manageable side effects of the three versions.
Trenbolone Enanthate: With a lifespan of 19 days, this is one of the slow acting esters and many attribute its more intense side effects to the fact that it lingers in the system for longer.
But, there are no scientific studies to back this claim. That said, Tren E is the go-to anabolic for many experienced bodybuilders.
Trenbolone hexahydrobenzylcarbonate: Another long-lasting ester, you can get about 14 days from this form of trenbolone.
This form of the steroid failed to garner as much popularity as Tren A because it acts slower and is slightly less potent.
These Trenb esters are marketed under a variety of brand names such as Parabolan, Trenoid, Acetren, Tren 75, Trenabolic and others.
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Is Trenbolone truly as powerful as they say it is?
As far as anabolics go, no other substance out there can hold a candle to Tren.
Although the molecular structure of the drug is almost the same as nandrolone, a crucial difference in the atomic bonds set Tren apart from other anabolics.
Unlike testosterone and nandrolone (sold as Deca Durabolin), Tren boasts of two double bonds in the nucleus. This gives it an extraordinary ability to bind with androgenic receptors, giving it several times the potency of both testosterone and nandrolone.
How does Trenbolone work?
Hailed as the perfect anabolic, Tren begins to act in multiple ways as soon as it enters the blood stream after it is introduced through an intramuscular injection.
Enhances protein synthesis: When you work out, muscle tissue is broken down for energy, subsequently your protein-intake provides the amino acids needed to rebuild these muscles.
However, dietary protein has to be synthesized for use in muscle building. Tren greatly boosts this anabolic process due to its androgenic abilities.
At the same time, it also slows down the catabolic process of muscle breakdown.
Boosts nitrogen retention in the muscles: Nitrogen is vital for protein synthesis and hence, for muscle growth.
Unfortunately, you rapidly spend nitrogen as you exercise. Tren helps to keep the nitrogen in the muscles, creating a positive nitrogen balance which helps to build stronger and bigger muscles.
Stimulates IGF-1 secretion: Insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1) is a peptide hormone that is responsible for promoting the growth of existing muscle tissue and the production of new muscle cells.
Because Tren has a direct bearing on the levels of IGF-1 in the body, it helps to speed up the muscle-healing process by rapidly replacing damaged cells with new ones.
Increases the number of red blood cells: Because Tren impacts the RBC count in the blood, it aids in improving blood circulation and consequently the availability of oxygen to the muscle cells.
This lowers the need for anaerobic energy production, which is responsible for the build-up of lactic acid in the muscle tissue.
With lactic acid levels in check, you will experience less discomfort and fatigue, which means you can work out harder and for longer.
Improves nutrient absorption: Tren helps you to get more from your food by boosting metabolism and improving your body’s ability to soak up the nutrients from what you eat.
More nutrition equates to more strength and better muscle growth.
Works against glucocorticoids: Because glucocorticoids, like cortisol, have the exact opposite effect of androgens on the body, they cause you to lose muscle and gain fat.
Tren can stop these hormones in their tracks, thus aiding in both fat loss and muscle retention.
In a nutshell, Tren basically has you covered on all fronts when it comes to muscle-building and even fat loss. This is one of the reasons for its use in both the bulking and the cutting phases.
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Trenbolone Benefits
1.Tren, regardless of the ester you choose, offers the fastest muscle reconstruction rate of all currently available anabolics.
2.Because it helps to build new muscle cells while keeping muscle loss in check, the results of Tren are the largest among all AAS.
3.Unlike many other steroids, Tren does not cause fluid retention, so you get a more chiseled physique with it and all your weight gain comes from muscle tissue and not from the water stored in the body.
4.This is one of the few substances that can be used for both bulking and cutting
5.Users report gaining as much as 4 kg of pure muscle mass on an 8-week Tren cycle.
6.In terms of cost, Tren (particularly the long lasting esters) offers more benefits on a dollar-to-dollar basis.
7.Because it improves blood oxygenation, it enhances endurance and stamina, allowing you to reach for and achieve higher weight and workout goals.
8.The steroid impacts the entire circulatory network, so it will make your veins pop out, an effect that many lifters and bodybuilders want.
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The Side Effects of Trenbolone
For all its power and potency, Tren does come with a series of brutal and dangerous side effects.
In fact, even those who stand in awe of its muscle-building effects don’t dare dispute the dangers of this steroid, which include:
Pituitary suppression: Known as the master gland for its control over all other glands in the body, the pea-sized glands at the brain stem control the secretion of almost all important hormones in the body, including testosterone and the thyroid hormones.
Tren suppresses the pituitary glands, which means even when you go off the steroid, your testosterone levels will continue to suffer and your hormone levels will be out of whack for quite some time. And that is certainly not a good physical state to be in.
It will trash your pecker: You may have the bod that will get women/men into your bed, but your performance will send them running out faster than they came in.
Not only does Tren reduce your libido but also it makes erections a thing of the past. With Tren, you will not want it, and even if you do want it, you won’t be able to get it up and even if you do get it up, you won’t be able to keep it up.
So, goodbye relationships!
Two messed up heads: If the malfunction of the head down south is not bad enough, the head in the north will fare just as badly on Tren.
Because of its significant impact on hormone levels, even at low doses, expect yourself to be the man on PMS.
Everything from anxiety and aggression, to paranoia and suspicion, have been reported by users. So, you need to be very sure that you are up for all of that in your pursuit for a bulked up bod!
It’s just as bad for the ticker: Tren has a disastrous impact on lipid levels in the body because it reduces good cholesterol from your system, while increasing bad cholesterol.
To add to your woes, the metabolic boost may cause increase in blood pressure and heart rate. So, think of it this way, you will have an overworked pump and clogged pipes, how long do you think before a system crash?
Fries your liver: Yes, there are those who say that the injectable form of the steroid is not really hard on the liver and that only if you take Tren orally, would you have to worry about its ill-effects on the liver.
That’s loads of crap! All substances, regardless of how they enter your body, will eventually get to the liver for processing. Tren does cause hepatotoxicity- no two ways about it.
In fact, at a dose of above 300 mg, the steroid can lead to irreversible liver damage in as little as 12 weeks.
So, you will have to take liver-protective supplements when using it, however, even they cannot guarantee complete protection.
Not for the gals: It is an androgenic drug, meaning it can bring out masculine physical traits in women, including hirsutism, even at low doses.
A bald head to go with the bulky bod: Don’t know how many men out there want huge muscles, but I do know that more than half the guys on this planet would give up sex for life to stop baldness in its tracks.
So, if your hair flip has the gals doing a double take and you’re mighty proud of it, Tren isn’t the product for you. If you were losing just a few hair before, the steroid will make them fall off like autumn leaves.
And, even if you never had a hair fall problem, you will be leaving a lot of your crowning glory on your pillow and in the drain once you go on Tren.
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As if baldness wasn’t enough you will also have breakouts: With all that androgenic activity in your body, you may just have to consider oil mining off of your face. The venture may never turn profitable, but all that oil will leave you with a perpetual breakout.
The cough that won’t go away: Tren leads to the hyper secretion of prostaglandins.
These are pro-inflammatory substances and once they make it into the lungs, they cause the small blood vessels in there to constrict.
So, there is a possibility that you will start coughing up a storm within hours of taking Tren.
The flu: You may also have a slight fever, general sense of malaise, nausea and soreness to go with the cough. Imagine working out hard while the flu takes its toll on you.
Man boobs anybody?: And last but not the least, there is the part where you may need a bra! Too bad Victoria’s Secret does not make anything for bodybuilders!
Jokes aside, this is possibly one of worst side effects of Tren. But, nobody wants to talk about it. Worst yet, there are many out there who refuse to believe that Tren can do anything of the sort.
Here is the problem: their belief is based on the fact that Tren does not aromatize or does not lead to the secretion of estrogen in the body.
Yes, it’s true that Tren does not exert estrogenic effects but it does have potent progestogenic activity. In other words, it simply allows progesterone to take up the place of estrogen.
Progesterone can also cause gynecomastia, which is also known as man boobs. And guess what? Depending on how bad the testosterone-progesterone imbalance is, some men may even start lactating.
After all of that, these other symptoms may seem trivial but in the interest of providing complete information, they have to be mentioned. In addition, you may also experience insomnia, dehydration, visible testicular atrophy and excessive sweating.
The Verdict…
Whether the benefits of Tren outweigh its risks is a subjective matter. So, it’s up to you to decide which way you want to go with this.
But, from where we stand, all those pics flaunting godly bods that go with Tren advertisements, don’t overshadow the very real risks of this steroid.
Does Tren work? Hell yes! It works beyond your imagination, but it could also burn you beyond your nightmares.
Also, let’s get one thing straight- nobody actually uses a steroid with the intention of committing suicide. And, if a substance poses a real threat to your well-being, you have to ponder if the goods are worth the gamble.
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