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n°199
ZoG
Posté le 02-09-2003 à 16:20:55  profilanswer
 

piége a con ?


Message édité par ZoG le 06-05-2004 à 16:49:41
n°200
nico PA
Posté le 02-09-2003 à 16:43:52  profilanswer
 

oui  :D  Enfin pour moi.  
 
Les PH est un bon sujet à développer....

n°201
Vin diesel
Posté le 02-09-2003 à 17:02:19  profilanswer
 

Sache que c'est des hormones précurseurs des stéros. C'est exactment le même chose mais en moins efficace et en plus cher. Sérieusement... Si ton but est d'en prendre, va directos aux stéroïdes. Au point de vu moléculaire t'es tout aussi dopés avec les PH que les stéroïdes. En tout cas, je vois pas où est l'intéret d'en prendre quand il a mieux de disponible. Et si vous voulez en prendre pour des questions d'étique par apport aux stéros ou quoi que ce soit, c'est juste que votre compréhension des produits hormonaux est pas tout à fait adéquate.  
 
En passant oui ça marche les PH. et je peux vous copier un article dessus que j'ai trouvé mais qui esyt en anglais si vous voulez

n°202
nico PA
Posté le 02-09-2003 à 17:40:16  profilanswer
 

NON : pour encourager qui que ce soit à prendre des stéros
OUI : pour ton article, ça peut-être très interressant

n°203
ZoG
Posté le 02-09-2003 à 17:55:30  profilanswer
 

des stéros ? quand j'en serais a 3 ans de training peut etre bien , mais la  [:s@d]  
je regardais les pro-hormones parcque ca me parait moins dangereux , et que je veux develloper un max naturellement ( quoique le naturel et les pro-hormones je sais pas  [:sad] )
et pis c'est bien d'en discuter aprés tout.

n°204
Jul pa
Posté le 02-09-2003 à 18:31:19  profilanswer
 

Je connais très peu les PH, je crois que le stack classique c'est 1-test et 4-AD, c'est ça non ?
Vu que j'y connais rien je vais pas m'avancer mais en effet j'ai lu que ça marchait (avec de bonnes doses c'est comparable à une légère cure) mais bon comme dirait realblaz c'est du Canada Dry.. Autant prendre des trucs donc on connait les effets à long terme et donc on est sur des résultats.

n°205
Vin diesel
Posté le 03-09-2003 à 08:40:59  profilanswer
 

j'incite personne a prendre quoi que se soit!Moi j'ai jamais rien pris donc vous aventurez pas dans les PH et les anabos!
 
1. What are prohormones?  
 
Prohormones are synthetically manufactured compounds which convert to anabolic hormones via enzymes in the liver; hormone precursors. They are commonly abbreviated as PHs.  
 
2. What are they used for?  
 
Prohormones are used by athletes looking to increase size, strength, endurance, reduce recovery time or add lean body mass. They are most often used for increasing muscle mass or reducing bodyfat levels. Life extension groups are also increasingly using prohormones as a means of hormone replacement therapy, as an alternative to prescription drug use.  
 
3. Do they have side effects?  
 
Yes. Prohormones can have the same side effects as anabolic steroids, and are dependant upon the user as to which side effects one might experience. Some side effects are acne, hair loss, breast tissue enlargement, and prostate swelling. The potential for these side effects does exist, but it can be reduced if one uses proper precautionary measures (see below). Generally, if a person is genetically predisposed to a side effect it will occur (i.e.: if someone has a history of male pattern baldness in the family, it could be assumed that this could be a side effect experienced if certain prohormones are used)  
 
4. Which prohormones convert to which compounds?  
 
Here is a list  
4 androstenediol (4AD or 4diol) converts to testosterone  
19 nor-4-androstenediol (Nordiol or nordiol) converts to nortestosterone or nandrolone  
1 androstenediol (1AD) converts to 1-testosterone (dihydroboldenone)  
1,4 androstenedione and 1,4 androstenediol (1,4andro or Boldione) converts to boldenone and slightly converts to estrogen (the diol version does not convert to estrogen)  
5 alpha androstenediol (5AA) converts to DHT  
3 beta androstenediol (3 beta) converts to DHT  
3 alpha androstenediol (3 alpha) converts to DHT  
4 hydroxy androstenedione converts to 4 hydroxy testosterone which is an aromatize inhibitor (blocks formation of estrogen)  
7-KETO-DHEA does not convert to any active anabolic compounds  
1-testosterone (1-test) is already an active compound and does not need to undergo conversion  
 
Compounds you want to avoid.  
5 androstenediol (5AD or 5diol) converts to testosterone at a very low rate and is an estrogen agonist  
4 androstenedione (andro) converts to testosterone and estrone (estrogen)  
19 nor-4-androstenedione (norandro) converts to nortestosterone and estrogen  
DHEA converts to androstenedione and can be converted to all other hormones  
Pregnenolone converts to progesterone and can be converted to all other hormones  
 
5. How do prohormones work?  
 
Basically, when they are administered into the system, they are broken down in the liver and converted to their target hormone via certain enzymes. There have been a number of quotes describing how much of the hormone is converted, but there is no definitive answer as to how much of the prohormone is converted into its target active. Once a certain amount is created, the enzymes used for conversion become saturated and no more can be converted. This is true with all the compounds, except for 1-testosterone which really isn’t a prohormone.  
 
6. What do the target hormones do?  
 
Each hormone works in different ways once it is converted, but essentially it attaches to an androgen receptor in the cells of your body. This in turn increases nitrogen retention and protein synthesis, meaning that your body is in a constant anabolic state (assuming you are continuously supplying your body with the hormone). Here is a brief description of each hormone and what it does.  
 
Testosterone is the primary male hormone responsible for development of the sex organs and muscle growth. Testosterone is both anabolic and androgenic—anabolic meaning it causes muscle growth and androgenic meaning that it causes development of secondary sex characteristics. Testosterone converts to both DHT and estrogen in its parent form. Testosterone is often the primary hormone used on a cycle of steroids. It is a mass builder, and will often help with unwanted androgenic side effects of other steroids. Although conversion to estrogen can cause many unwanted side effects on its own, testosterone should generally be the base to any cycle.  
 
Nandrolone is an anabolic hormone, with not as much androgenic potential. It attaches to the androgen receptor with greater affinity than testosterone, but can cause a loss of libido and generally stays active in the system much longer than does testosterone. This is the “safest” choice for users who want to avoid most common side effects.  
 
DHT (dihydrotestosterone) is the primary androgenic hormone in the body. It is responsible for increases in strength, as well as most of the unwanted side effects common with steroids. DHT is converted from testosterone via the 5 alpha reductase enzyme. DHT receptors are high in the scale, skin and prostate; high DTH levels are the most common cause of prostate swelling, acne, and male pattern baldness.  
 
Boldenone is a veterinary hormone, which is commercially sold as Equipoise. Equipoise is known as an alternative to nandrolone when using steroids. It provides an increase in appetite, with some fat burning potential. Boldenone converts to estrogen at about half the rate of testosterone. Those who are looking to avoid some of the stronger androgenic side effects also commonly use it. 1-testosterone is the 5 alpha reduced version of Boldenone.  
 
7. How do I take prohormones?  
 
There are three common routes of administration for prohormones. These are usually based on their efficacy (i.e. how much is absorbed). Since the liver and stomach lining breaks down prohormones rather efficiently, taking them orally is the poorest route of administration. Most users prefer transdermal (topical) administration. When taken this way, you apply it to your skin and it will continue being absorbed over a period of 12 hours or so. Cyclodextrins or sublingual methods are also commonly used, which is where the prohormones are dissolved under the tongue. This also has a high level of absorption and works well. There are also some products on the market which are sold as “intraoral” or “intranasal”. These are meant to be sprayed into the nostril prior to your workout, and are generally only meant as preworkout boosts, not for a cycle of prohormones.  
 
Some manufactures have started selling prohormones in oral form with an ester attached. This, in theory, will allow it to be slowly absorbed for many hours similar to the other methods, but to my knowledge, there have been no studies demonstrating that this method increases bioavailability.  
 
8. What is a cycle? What does stacking mean?  
 
A cycle is generally used to describe a length of time and common dosage when taking prohormones. Stacking means taking more than one prohormone at a time to increase gains or reduce side effects. Common cycle lengths are 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, and 8 weeks. I recommend 4 week cycles, which seem to give the most gains with fewer sides. I would not recommend going beyond 8 weeks.  
 
Common stacks are 4AD and Nordiol, 1AD and 4AD, 1-test and 4AD, etc. You will notice most everything is stacked with 4AD. This is because testosterone gives you a bit more leverage, providing good gains and overall anabolism, with reduced androgenic side effects. Each of the prohormones can be taken alone, or taken together. The choice is yours and should be made from reading this text, and all the user feedback from this board and others. Research, research, research!  
 
. What is post cycle therapy?  
 
Post cycle therapy is a tried and true method of helping to solidify your gains by raising natural testosterone levels and lowering estrogen levels once your cycle is over. When you add external hormones to your body, your own natural production becomes suppressed. Your body attempts to compensate your endocrine system by stabilizing the other hormones, which results in an increase in estrogen. Once you quit supplying your body with external hormones, your natural testosterone will be low and estrogen will be high. Therefore, anti-estrogens are taken to halt the manufacture of estrogen in the body. This will result in higher testosterone levels, hence making it easier to keep your gains. Post cycle therapy should begin the next day after the prohormones have stopped being taken. Common post cycle therapy drugs are listed below with dosages:  
 
6OXO  
6oxo is an aromatize inhibitor sold by Ergopharm. It is the best over the counter anti-estrogen available for post cycle use.  
Week 1 – 600mg daily in two divided doses, morning and night  
Week 2-3 – 400mg daily  
Week 4 – 300mg daily  
 
Formasin/Formastat/Aromazap  
Note: 4 hydroxy androstenedione acts as a weak androgen and can cause further suppression of natural testosterone, but can be used post cycle.  
Dosages should be 250mg a day for the first two weeks, followed by anywhere from 50-250mg a day for the next two.  
 
Clomid  
Clomid is a prescription fertility drug, but is highly available and highly effective at blocking estrogen and increasing LH output.  
Day 1 – 300mg  
Day 2-11 100mg  
Day 11-21 50mg  
OR  
150mg daily for 2 weeks  
100mg daily for 2 weeks  
 
Nolvadex  
Nolvadex is also a prescription, which is highly available and blocks estrogen at the receptor.  
Week 1-2 – 40mg daily  
Week 2-4 – 20mg daily  
 
There are other prescription anti-estrogens available, but these two will be fine unless side effects arise, so we won’t discuss the other options in this FAQ.  
 
Other common post cycle favorites including high doses of flax oil, ZMA, tribulus and an ECA stack coupled with reduced training volume and increased calories (500 or so above maintenance). But, it is very important to use an anti-estrogen for post cycle. I would never recommend not using one unless the cycle length is 2 weeks or less.  
 
10. What dosages should I use?  
 
Dosages are different for the different routes of administration and for the different hormones taken. Here is a basic outline of each prohormone along with general cycles used, based on user feedback. For your first cycle, I recommend sticking to a lighter dosing schedule for 2-4 weeks. Note: This is a general guideline. Dosages for any cycle can be higher or lower, and some products may incorporate one or more of these compounds so that the below amount might not be able to be achieved. This is just a basic outline and is far from completely accurate.  
 
1AD  
 
1AD is by far the most popular prohormone. It is considered to be the most effective taken orally, and has resounding user feedback. It is best stacked with 4AD to reduce side effects, the most common of which include lethargy and reduced libido. 1AD should not be used transdermally, and could be used sublingually, although there are few products with this delivery system used. 1AD is commonly stacked with 4AD and shouldn’t be stacked with nordiol, or the DHT precursors.  
 
4-6 week cycles are best taken at anywhere from 300-900mg daily. Take in divided doses throughout the day to keep blood levels elevated.  
 
4AD  
 
4AD is the next best. It is almost always used with other hormones due also to its resounding user feedback and adding large amounts of mass from increases in testosterone and estrogen. 4AD can be taken orally, transdermally, or sublingually.  
2-6 week cycles are generally used. 4AD can be stacked with just about anything.  
 
Oral:  
300-1500mg daily. Oral is probably the worst way to take this, but if you are simply looking to reduce sides of 1AD, etc – it works. Take in divided doses to ensure elevated blood levels.  
 
Transdermal:  
400-600mg daily with two applications in morning at night.  
 
Sublingual:  
Probably 15-50mg at a time, 3 times or more daily in divided doses.  
 
Nordiol  
 
Nordiol is the best prohormone for use by people who want to avoid the common androgenic sides associated with the other hormones. Can be taken orally, transdermally or sublingually. 2-4 week cycles recommended. Heavily suppressive, despite what literature says. Nordiol is commonly stacked with 4ad for mass, or 1,4andro for cutting or users wanting reduced sides effects.  
 
Oral:  
500-800mg daily in divided doses  
 
Transdermal:  
500-800mg daily in split doses morning and night  
 
Sublingual:  
15-50mg in divided doses  
 
1,4andro  
 
1,4andro is renowned for causing appetite stimulation. It’s low in estrogenic sides and good for cutting or bulking. Some people claim that transdermal administration works well, but the feedback I’ve seen has been poor. Oral seems to be the route of administration, and the dione version appears to work better than the diol. 1,4andro can be stacked with just about anything. Taking 1,4andro for less than 4 weeks is generally a waste because it takes quite a while for the effects to kick in.  
 
Oral:  
300-600mg daily in divided doses.  
 
Transdermal:  
N/A  
 
 
Sublingual:  
N/A  
 
1-testosterone  
 
1-test is the active form of 1AD and is best taken transdermally or sublingually, although oral products suspended in oil with an ether attached also have very good feedback. 1-test is best stacked with 4AD for mass or 1,4andro for cutting.  
 
Oral:  
150-300mg when taken in ethergel product in divided doses  
 
Transdermal:  
200-500mg daily or more in split doses  
 
Sublingual:  
Not sure  
 
 
5AA/3 beta/3 alpha  
 
These all convert to DHT at different rates and have slightly different properties. I’m a little hazy on all of them, except that 5 alpha can compete with estrogen for receptor activity when converted to DHT. Some people have used 5AA in an oral product as a preworkout boost, while others have used 3 alpha for a “hardening” agent.  
 
Thanks to roobear for the below info on DHT precursors  
quote:  
 
3-Alpha/Beta  
3-alpha/beta will illicit exactly the same anabolic/androgenic responses, differing only in their conversion rates - 3-alpha 43% / 3-beta 9% respectively. The bioavailability of 3-alpha/beta is purported to be relatively low (by Bill himself) and thus would serve well to be administered transdermally. These compounds are best used in conjunction with other compounds, preferably of an anabolic nature (ie Nordiol, 1,4 Andro and 4-AD) - inducing drastic increases in strength, vascularity and muscle hardness.  
 
3-Alpha  
Oral:  
100-300mg (lower dosage being more of a "stacking" quantity)  
 
Transdermal:  
50-150mg (lower dosage being more of a "stacking" quantity)  
 
3-Beta  
Oral:  
Outdated - use 3-alpha  
 
Transdermal:  
200-500mg(lower dosage being more of a "stacking" quantity)  
 
 
 
7-Keto-DHEA  
 
This is slightly out of the scope of this FAQ, but is generally used for cutting. This has been shown to increase thyroid output and lower cortisol levels, without converting to target hormones. Used for cutting stacked with other thermogenic compounds for 4-6 weeks.  
 
Oral:  
200mg in two divided doses  
 
Transdermal:  
100mg daily  
 
11. Are prohormones legal?  
 
Yes, currently they are legal in the US and some other countries. Please visit www.usfa.biz and write your politicians to ensure they stay that way. Prohormones are not tested for in job drug tests, but they are probably banned and can potentially show up on a drug test for athletics. Check your local laws for specific information.  
 
12. Who should use prohormones?  
 
Mature adults above the age of 21 looking for increases in lean muscle mass or decreases in bodyfat levels. Most veterans will advise using prohormones after several years of training, to ensure you have a good feel for proper diet, nutrition and supplementation. Using prohormones under the age of 18 is a very bad idea; it can result in the closure of growth plates, thus resulting in permanently stunted growth; it can also result in potentially serious endocrine system problems. Those with potential for or already enlarged prostate or those susceptible to male pattern baldness should not use prohormones; nor should prohormones be used by people with heart conditions, who currently have gynocomastia, or have liver or kidney problems. If you have any doubts, see a doctor before using these compounds.  
 
13. Can I take prohormones along with steroids?  
 
This is a hotly debated subject. Yes, you can – but why? If you have access to steroids, why would you bother with prohormones? Anabolic steroids are already hormones in their current form and require no conversion – hence, they are more powerful, albeit illegal.  
The only compound I would say that you could take with any other steroid would be  
1-testosterone, which would be an equivalent of Primobolan or Equipose. The only other thing I can think of would be taking 4AD with Fina to reduce side effects. There is more information about this on boards like Anabolicminds or Animal’s board.  
 
14. How can I avoid some of the potential side effects associated with prohormones?  
 
There are certain ancillary compounds available to treat potential side effects of prohormones. Below is a list I compiled which is pretty basic and should help clarify some of the issues of side effects.  
 
Prostate Issues  
 
The prostate is an organ at the neck of the bladder where it joins the urethra. It is responsible for controlling urination and ejaculation. Common symptoms of prostate problems are frequent or difficult urination, dribbling when urinating, erection difficulty, and pain in that general area. Either a rise in estrogen or DHT levels from increased testosterone, etc., probably causes this. If you have ongoing prostate issues, it’s best not to use prohormones, though potentially the use of nordiol might be acceptable.  
 
Herbal treatments:  
Saw Palmetto Extract – Usual dosage is 160mg several times daily  
Beta sisterol or plant phytosterols – 300mg several times daily  
Flax seed oil – anywhere from 5-20 tblspoons daily  
 
Prescription Treatments:  
Proscar/Propecia – blocks the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Ineffective with DHT derived hormones (1-test, 1ad, 5aa, etc)  
Spironolactone – an anti androgen. Best not used for this, but used topically (more below)  
 
Acne  
 
Acne is very common on prohormone cycles, and can range from mild to moderate. It will go away once post cycle treatment concludes, or within a few weeks of cession of the product. The best way to treat acne is with the soaps available at your local grocery store or pharmacy. Just pick up some Neutrogena or whatever and scrub your face twice a day or use the body wash.  
 
Hair Loss  
 
Hair loss is caused by increased levels of DHT. Since DHT receptors are heavy on the top of the scalp, some people will notice a lot of shedding or a receding hairline on some cycles. There are various treatments for this; the most common is topical Spironolactone available from Nizoralman or Dr. Lee. The 2% will work as a preventative measure, while the 5% will attempt to help grow some hair back. There are also other methods, such as azelaic acid or Nizoral shampoo, but they are not proven to be effective as spiro is.  
If you are concerned you are losing your hair and are currently taking something to help prevent it, prohormones are probably not the best idea. If still interested in using prohormones, Nordiol might be the best option available to you.  
 
Gyno  
 
Gynocomastia, or development of the breast tissue, is sometimes common among aromatizing (converting to estrogen) prohormones. The first symptoms are puffy and itchy or swollen nipples. If you start to notice this while on a cycle, you need to start taking Nolvadex immediately. Formasin/Aromazap/Formastat might work, but 6oxo is not going to help this in most cases, so Nolvadex should ALWAYS be on hand for this situation. It is highly available, not very expensive, and not illegal to posses, so there is no reason not to have it. Don’t wait and order some when you start to get the first signs of gyno, because Nolvadex needs to be taken as soon as symptoms of gyno appear. Start taking 40mg a day until the symptoms subside, and you may want to continue to take 10mg the rest of your cycle as precaution.  
 
Liver/Kidney  
 
Prohormones have to pass through your liver in order to convert, no matter what the route of administration, so higher levels of liver enzymes in the blood is common during a cycle. Many steroid users take Milk Thistle and ALA at high doses to combat this, and if you are concerned it would be a good idea to take one or both of these to help that. Problems with kidneys have not been an issue to my knowledge, but steroid users will often also take cranberry juice extract to help with that.  
 
Depression  
 
Some people report mild or moderate depression, especially post cycle when using 6oxo. This can be cured with prescription drugs such as Zoloft, Prozac, Paxil, etc. It can also be fought with herbal supplements such as St Johns Wort, 5-HTP or Sam-E. If you go with the herbal route, St Johns Wort should be 300mg 2-3 times daily, 5-HTP at 100mg several times daily, or 100-200mg of Sam-E once daily. You can combine all three if depression is extreme, otherwise my pick would be St. Johns Wort.  
 
Testicular Atrophy  
 
Many users report testicular shrinkage during a cycle. The testes will come back to full size once you start post cycle. If they do not, then it’s recommended you take Clomid and possibly even HCG to help restore them.  
 
Sleeplessness  
 
Some people report having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep on a cycle. My recommendation is to take 1mg to 3mg of melatonin 30 minutes before bed time. Some other options are Valerian root, GABA, Tylenol PM or Kava Kava (potentially stressful on the liver).  
 
15. What kind of training should I use when using prohormones?  
 
Everyone has their own opinion on this, and you should use whatever works for use. Most people put an emphasis on higher volume while using prohormones, and you can add more isolation sets and workout more frequently due to increased recovery time. But don’t overtrain. Just because you’re using prohormones doesn’t mean you need to train daily or twice daily. Also, doing cardio on prohormones is fine. I recommend 2-3 times weekly of 20 minutes, if at all.  
 
16. How should I eat when on prohormones?  
 
Try and eat 1-2g of protein per pound of body weight. Try and eat 500-1000 calories above maintenance, or more if bulking. Generally, standard nutrition guidelines should be followed. If cutting, try and eat 10-12 calories per pound of bodyweight, while keeping protein high.  
 
17. Should I take any other supplements while using prohormones?  
 
Take whatever you normally take. If you take creatine, it’s fine to continue taking it while using prohormones. Some people prefer to save it for post cycle to help retain some of the water weight. Otherwise, the usual stuff like a multivitamin, a good protein powder and flax seed oil should be standard issue for any athlete.  
 
18. What are some good manufacturers of prohormone products?  
 
My personal picks would be Molecular Nutrition, Ergopharm, Avant Labs, BDC Nutrition, San, Syntrax or 1 fast 400. These are stand up companies that generally pump out quality products.  
 
19. Can I make my own prohormone transdermal/oral/sublingual?  
 
Yes, there are several companies that offer prohormone powders in bulk such as Kilosports, Beyond a Century and 1 fast 400. You can buy powders from them and make your own capsules, cyclodextrins or transdermals easily. Visit Anabolicminds or Avant Labs message boards for a wealth of how-to information.  
 
20. Can I inject prohormones?  
 
This is out of the scope of this FAQ, but yes you can. The results have been mixed, there have been some questions of products purity used in injectables, and there is a question of whether or not using them for this purpose is legal.  
 
21. Is there anything I should know about transdermal delivery?  
 
Transdermals should be applied twelve hours apart. It is a good idea to apply them after showering and to rotate application spots daily. Apply lotion to application spots not in use. This is a good way to avoid a rash from the topical, which is a common side effect reported by users. Some prefer to scrub themselves with a luffa or sponge before applying them to remove the first layer of dead skin cells for optimal delivery. It is also a good idea to wear latex gloves when applying, and wash your hands when you are finished to avoid getting the solution into your eyes or other sensitive areas. Keep in mind that high amounts of sweating or getting the area wet too soon after application will wash it off, so it might have to be reapplied if this occurs.  
 
22. Is there anything I should know about oral/liquid delivery?  
 
There are many products on the market with liquid delivery systems. You will need to drink these, and most of them taste badly. Just try and get them down as quickly as possible, or mix with another flavored liquid to help the taste. Also keep in mind that liquid and oral delivery methods are generally less effective. Even if the product is esterfied, it is still a good idea to take it several times daily in small divided doses to ensure saturated blood levels at all times.  
 
23. Is there anything I should know about sublingual delivery?  
 
Try and let the product dissolve under your tongue and do not eat or drink anything for around 10-20 minutes after you take the product. As with orals, you will need to take it several times daily to maintain blood levels.  
 
24. Which prohormones are best used in a bulking cycle and what kind of gains can I expect?  
 
Most people prefer the combination of 1-test and 4ad. This is a tried and true stack combination and most people seem to gain the best from it. Adding 1,4andro is also common to increase appetite and may help gains. How much one will gain off a cycle depends on your diet and training but gaining 10lbs in 4 weeks is quite common.  
 
25. Which prohormones are best for a cutting cycle?  
 
Most commonly, people will use non-aromatizing hormones such as 1-test or DHT precursors to act as an anti-catabolic and increase hardness. However, low doses of 4ad may help, and adding 1,4andro can also be beneficial.  
 
26. Is it okay to drink alcohol while taking prohormones?  
 
No, it is a really poor idea to drink while doing bodybuilding/weight lifting in general, but taking them while using prohormones is even worse. Taking large amounts of prohormones, especially orally, can cause increased liver stress. When you add alcohol into the equation it is a potential for disaster. If you have to drink, try to do it moderately and take milk thistle and/or ALA to help combat potential problems. Although, it would be best to avoid it completely.  
 
27. Are there any other good documents I can read about prohormones or related topics?  
 
Yes, there are several, but they are slightly dated.  
 
Prohormones  
 
4AD Information and conversion rates by Patrick Arnold  
 
Prohormone breakdown by Big Cat  
 
Post Cycle Therapy  
 
Understanding Post Cycle “T” Recovery by William Llewellyn  
 
Clomid, Nolvadex and Testosterone Stimulation by William Llewellyn  
 
Coming Off a Cycle by Marcus Haidam  
 
If you have any other good links, please let me know and I will add them.  
 
28. Can I overdose on prohormones?  
 
Possibly, if you are taking over a gram to two grams a day orally then it could cause some liver strain or stomach discomfort – it will also probably increase the side effects of the hormone. You should never go over 2 grams daily for prohormones, you will not see anymore gains, the side effects will probably be unbearable and most likely the enzymes will be saturated for them to be effective.  
 
29. I can’t grow! Should I use prohormones?  
No. Anyone should be able to grow naturally without the use of prohormones; prohormones merely speed up the process. If you can’t grow naturally, please post your diet, training and supplement routine for review. Most likely, you are making some errors—so please try and correct these basic issues before you resort to using prohormones. They are not magic and will not work without proper diet and training.  
 
30. Can women use prohormones?  
 
Yes, they can – but the doses shouldn’t be as high as using it for men. Using less androgenic hormones like Nordiol or 1,4andro is recommended above the others and no anti-estrogen is needed post cycle. I would recommend using nordiol at 300mg daily or 1,4andro 300mg daily for 2-4 weeks and tapering off the dosages slowly towards the end and possibly using tribulus extract post cycle.  
 
31. When's the best time to take oral prohormones and should I take them with food?  
 
You want to take them in divided doses through the day, the standard is 3 doses 3 times daily. Taking them with food is optional, but if you take them with a high fat meal they can help absorption. Also keep hydrated (you should be doing this anyway) so as to avoid a burning sensation when urinating, as experienced with some prohormones. Most prefer to take them preworkout to give them a little extra boost.  
On 3-alpha/beta:  
(I'm not certain if your recommended dosages are for the standalone ph/ps or for stacking purposes or a combination of both) but  
 
3-Alpha/Beta  
3-alpha/beta will illicit exactly the same anabolic/androgenic responses, differing only in their conversion rates - 3-alpha 43% / 3-beta 9% respectively. The bioavailability of 3-alpha/beta is purported to be relatively low (by Bill himself) and thus would serve well to be administered transdermally. These compounds are best used in conjunction with other compounds, preferably of an anabolic nature (ie Nordiol, 1,4 Andro and 4-AD) - inducing drastic increases in strength, vascularity and muscle hardness.  
 
3-Alpha  
Oral:  
100-300mg (lower dosage being more of a "stacking" quantity)  
 
Transdermal:  
50-150mg (lower dosage being more of a "stacking" quantity)  
 
3-Beta  
Oral:  
Outdated - use 3-alpha  
 
Transdermal:  
200-500mg(lower dosage being more of a "stacking" quantity

n°206
nico PA
Posté le 03-09-2003 à 10:11:21  profilanswer
 

Bon post, mérites un FAQ pour moi. Par contre, j'ai essayé les PH il y a qq temps, très déçu  :sweat:

n°207
Alex Wheel​er
Posté le 03-09-2003 à 10:28:35  profilanswer
 

NICO PA a écrit :

Bon post, mérites un FAQ pour moi. Par contre, j'ai essayé les PH il y a qq temps, très déçu  :sweat:  


 
t'avais utilisé quoi nico?

n°208
nico PA
Posté le 03-09-2003 à 10:54:26  profilanswer
 

animal stack et DHEA

n°209
ZoG
Posté le 03-09-2003 à 14:18:20  profilanswer
 

Jul PA a écrit :

... je crois que le stack classique c'est 1-test et 4-AD, c'est ça non ? ...


non spas celui la.
MET-AD17-diol "ferait" prendre genre 6-8Kg en 6semaine , bon moi ca me fait ENORME d'ou ca sent l'arnaque a la cybergenics.
c'est un site europeen qui fais que ca , ya meme du primobolan oral , que des trucs du genre.

n°210
nico PA
Posté le 03-09-2003 à 16:43:18  profilanswer
 

ZoG a écrit :


non spas celui la.
MET-AD17-diol "ferait" prendre genre 6-8Kg en 6semaine , bon moi ca me fait ENORME d'ou ca sent l'arnaque a la cybergenics.
c'est un site europeen qui fais que ca , ya meme du primobolan oral , que des trucs du genre.


 
oui le primobolan acetate  :lol: c'est aussi de la PH !!
6-8 kilos en 6 semaines, c'est plutôt avec de la testo que t'auras ça...

n°211
JMPower
Posté le 03-09-2003 à 19:18:16  profilanswer
 

Nico, je voudrais pas dire de connerie (même si je vais sûrement en dire une...), mais il me semble que le MET-AD-17 Diol augmente la testo, car en fin de cure je l'ai salement roté niveau libido... Et j'avais pris 6kg (mais j'étais une crevette lol)...
 
En tout cas j'en reprendrai certainement pas, tant que je progresse naturellement je continue clean et après on verra... :heink:  

n°212
Vin diesel
Posté le 04-09-2003 à 11:05:13  profilanswer
 

JM t'avais pris du clomid, du tribulus ou voir du ZMA a la la fin de ta cure?

n°213
nico PA
Posté le 04-09-2003 à 11:31:57  profilanswer
 

Y a quand même une différence entre un produit qui booste la production endogène de testo et de la testo  :heink:  
il me semblait que les PH qui se termine par DIOL était plus des précurseurs d'oestrogènes...

n°214
Vin diesel
Posté le 04-09-2003 à 12:00:38  profilanswer
 

Ben en fait je mi connais pas trop sur ce produit le meth 17 diol mais le 1-AD par exemple c'est du androstenediol en résumé de la 1-Testo qui ne se transforme pas en oestrogène.  
 
Le 4-AD lui est comparé au produi NOR-STACK qui contient 19-nor-4-androstenediol qi lui aussi te fais monter en flèche la testo et qui n'est pas oestrogène  
le NOR-STACK contient egalement le 19-nor-4-androstenedione qui elle peut aromatiser, mais il faut déjà en prendre à haute dose pour avoir les effets secondaire...  
 
En résumé le 1-AD augmente progressivement ton taux de testo, le 4-ad te la fait monter en flèche mais ensuite redescent, donc c'est bien de le prendre avant l'entraînement! Regarde ce qui suit!  
 
19 NorAndrostendione - propriétés anaboliques fortes d'objets exposés avec des caractéristiques androgènes minimales. 19 NorAndrostendione est convertis en ni-testostérone (nandrolone) dans le foie. Nandrolone a une affinité élevée pour les récepteurs stéroïdes et reste actif à l'emplacement de récepteur plus longtemps que la testostérone.  
 
19 NorAndrostendiol - en outre converti en Nandrolone dans le foie quoique par l'intermédiaire d'une voie enzymatique séparée en tant que celui de 19-NorAndrostenedione. 19-NorAndrostenediol ne montre aucune conversion dans DHT ou oestrogène et est extrêmement anabolique.  
Androstenedione - est converti en testostérone dans le foie. Androstenedione a la capacité d'augmenter rigoureusement la testostérone de sérum de sang (par pas moins de 300%) dedans aussi peu qu'une période 60 minute après l'ingestion.  
 
4-Androstenediol - est converti en testostérone dans le foie quoique par l'intermédiaire d'un processus enzymatique séparé qu'Androstenedione et peut être converti pas moins trois fois de plus efficacement.
 

n°215
JMPower
Posté le 04-09-2003 à 12:38:53  profilanswer
 

Vin Diesel a écrit :

JM t'avais pris du clomid, du tribulus ou voir du ZMA a la la fin de ta cure?


 
Non, j'avais fait le con, j'ai rien pris du tout... Et popol a roupillé pendant 3 semaines... :(

n°216
ZoG
Posté le 04-09-2003 à 13:44:41  profilanswer
 

on a pas le droit a un liens quand c'est des produits du genre ?

n°217
Fenix83
Posté le 04-09-2003 à 13:46:46  profilanswer
 

Du moment que c'est pas un shop online...

n°218
ZoG
Posté le 04-09-2003 à 14:00:26  profilanswer
 

 
 
MET-AD17-diol
 
La prohormone, le prostéroïde et les substances chimiquement ou pharmacologiquement apparentées contenus dans ce produit, sont considérés par le CIO comme des substances de dopage illicites, car ils procurent un effet durable d’augmentation des performances. La prise de ce produit peut donner un résultat positif lors des tests, et est interdite aux compétiteurs sportifs ou aux athlètes dépendant du CIO.
 
Ce n’est pas un secret que la TESTOSTÉRONE, puissante hormone anabolisante, est la clÉ d’une croissance musculaire rapide et impressionnante. Le problÉme Était jusqu’à  prÉsent que seule l’Élite des culturistes Était gÉnÉtiquement pourvue de grandes quantitÉs de ce puissant anabolisant. Pour la plupart des athlÉtes qui ambitionnaient d’avoir un corps musclÉ, il n’y avait jusqu’à  prÉsent qu’une seule possibilitÉ pour atteindre ce but : dÉvelopper leur potentiel anabolisant grAce à  des produits pharmaceutiques chimiques. Du fait qu’ils peuvent Étre soit illÉgaux soit associÉs à  de dangereux effets secondaires, ils ne seront jamais qu’un « second choix ». Ainsi, le dÉveloppement musculaire est devenu un combat constant et frustrant pour de nombreux athlÉtes. Le but Était de crÉer une hormone qui soit mÉtabolisÉe par le corps humain de faCon à  avoir le mÉme mode d’action qu’un stÉroIde anabolisant, sans toutefois en avoir les effets secondaires car elle doit Étre classifiÉe comme substance ayant le caractÉre de prohormone. En vertu d’une recherche et d’un dÉveloppement sans pareils, Pharm-Tec est finalement parvenue aprÉs la mise sur le marchÉ rÉussie de la stanozolone et de la parabolone à  prÉsenter un autre produit exceptionnel, conCu pour Étre utilisÉ entre les cures de stanozolone/parabolone. MET-AD17-DIOL reprÉsente un dÉrivÉ de la testostÉrone qui surmonte le « First-Pass » par le foie sans inactivation, grAce à  l’alkylation alpha (c.-à -d. l’ajout d’un groupe mÉthyle en position 17 Alpha). Il en rÉsulte un taux ÉlevÉ de principes actifs. Cette prohormone se diffÉrencie des hormones dÉjà  connues par sa demi-vie ÉlevÉe qui entraIne à  son tour une conversion constamment ÉlevÉe en la substance proprement dite. La modification chimique a permis de crÉer un produit qui est un prÉcurseur du dianabol, produit connu. En raison de la 3beta-hydroxystÉroIde-dÉhydrogÉnase corporelle, le MET-AD17-DIOL est converti en dianabol. Le mode d’action du dianabol est bien connu. MET-AD17-DIOL dispose en outre de la capacitÉ Ã  s’ancrer directement aux rÉcepteurs des OEstrogÉnes. Comme avec l’hormone appelÉe cyclofÉnil, l’activation associÉe des rÉcepteurs des OEstrogÉnes est pourtant minime. Les rÉcepteurs sont toutefois bloquÉs pour des variantes oestrogÉniques plus puissantes. Il en rÉsulte que le MET-AD17-DIOL a un effet anti-OEstrogÉne. GrAce à  cette propriÉtÉ aussi, MET-AD17-DIOL convient particuliÉrement pour obtenir une duretÉ musculaire exceptionnelle et un trÉs faible pourcentage de graisse corporelle. Ce produit incomparable rÉvolutionnera et transformera pour toujours la philosophie du culturisme. MET-AD17-DIOL fournit de la mÉme faCon la clÉ anabolique pour une augmentation aussi rapide qu’impressionnante de la force et de la masse musculaire. MET-AD17-diol est le premier produit sous forme de gÉlule qui, en dehors du composant 1-TestostÉrone, garantit le plus grand apport possible en une substance hyperanabolisante cliniquement prouvÉe : MET-AD17-diol. MET-AD17-DIOL exerce un puissant effet sur le mÉtabolisme des protÉines. Sous l’influence du MET-AD17-DIOL, la synthÉse des protÉines est activÉe, ce qui favorise la formation musculaire. Cet effet s’exprime par un bilan azotÉ positif et une amÉlioration de l’État gÉnÉral. Le bilan calcique est lui aussi influencÉ positivement, ce qui favorise l’assimilation du calcium par les os. MET-AD17-DIOL dispose de puissants composants anaboliques et androgÉniques ; il est donc remarquablement appropriÉ pour crÉer de la force et de la masse musculaire. Son effet est comparable à  celui d’une combinaison de Deca-Durabolin et de propionate de testostÉrone. Comme la testostÉrone, il produit une excellente croissance de la force et des muscles mais entraIne une plus faible rÉtention sodique, ce qui implique que la rÉtention d’eau sous-cutanÉe est bien moindre qu’avec le Deca-Durabolin. Comment est-ce possible ? Les rÉcepteurs des androgÉnes des cellules musculaires sont sensibilisÉs, ce qui permet aux rÉcepteurs d’assimiler un plus grand nombre de molÉcules stÉroIdiennes. Une prise de poids de l’ordre de 1 à  2 kg par semaine pendant les 6 premiÉres semaines est normale aprÉs la prise de MET-AD17-DIOL. Pour rÉsumer : cette technologie rÉvolutionnaire, basÉe sur des recherches trÉs rÉcentes, a ÉtÉ dÉveloppÉe scientifiquement pour dÉclencher une production de testostÉrone immÉdiate et significative, suivie d’une libÉration en continu. MET-AD17-DIOL procure une augmentation considÉrable de la force et du dÉveloppement musculaire, en association avec une amÉlioration notable de l’intensitÉ de l’entraInement, un accroissement de l’agressivitÉ et de l’endurance. Quels sont les effets du MET-AD17-DIOL ? - formation maximale de masse musculaire maigre - hypertrophie musculaire accrue - gain de force massif Sous la dÉnomination de 1-TestostÉrone, on dÉsigne la double liaison chimique de la TestostÉrone. Quoique du point de vue chimique, la seule diffÉrence entre la TestostÉrone et la 1-TestostÉrone rÉside dans la position de la double liaison, les substances doivent, du point de vue pharmacologique, Étre considÉrÉes comme Étant complÉtement diffÉrentes l'une de l'autre. Les rÉsultats de recherches sur l'effet anabolisant myotrophisant de la 1- TestostÉrone atteignent 700%, par rapport à  la testostÉrone traditionnelle dont l'effet est de 100%. Cette particularitÉ fait de la 1-TestostÉrone un composant d'une puissance extraordinaire, dont l'efficacitÉ est supÉrieure à  tous les stÉroIdes anabolisants de synthÉse existants. La 1-TestostÉrone se diffÉrencie encore sur un autre point de la testostÉrone. De par ses caractÉristiques, un androgÉne porteur d'une rÉduction en 5 alpha (une des formes dÉrivÉes de la DHT) ne peut absolument pas Étre transformÉ par aromatisation en OEstrogÉnes. Il en est de mÉme pour Stanozolon II qui ne subit aucune transformation en OEstrogÉnes. Cette particularitÉ rend Stanozolon II et Parabolon tout à  fait uniques et les diffÉrencie des autres prohormones qui, soit seront directement transformÉes par aromatisation ou transformÉes en un dÉrivÉ, soit subiront les deux processus à  la fois. En clair, cela signifie que le danger de voir survenir une gynÉcomastie (les seins qui poussent chez l'homme !) est quasiment nul, et que le risque de rÉtention hydrique est largement diminuÉ par rapport aux autres prohormones.
Recommandation de prise:
Prendre 1-2 gÉlules rÉparties dans la journÉe, de prÉfÉrence pendant les repas (n’augmenter en aucun cas la dose recommandÉe, car sinon de graves effets secondaires pourraient se produire). Veiller impÉrativement à  avoir une alimentation riche en protÉines et en vitamines et boire suffisamment.  
   
Avertissements:
Consultez votre mÉdecin avant de prendre ce produit. En cas de problÉmes de santÉ connus, il ne faut pas utiliser ce produit. N’utilisez pas ce produit en cas de grossesse et d’allaitement, de tension ÉlevÉe, de problÉmes cardiaques, de diabÉte, d’hypertrophie de la prostate ou pendant la prise simultanÉe de substances inhibitrices de la MAO ou d’autres mÉdicaments sous ordonnance. Il ne faut pas prendre MET-AD17-DIOL en cas de maladies chroniques du systÉme circulatoire, d’angine de poitrine, de valvulopathie cardiaque, de thrombose, sclÉrose, stÉnose coronarienne et de palpitations, ainsi que de prise simultanÉe de stimulants et de bÉta-bloquants et sympathico-mimÉtiques tels que les amphÉtamines. Ne jamais laisser à  la portÉe des enfants ! L’utilisation par les femmes doit rester limitÉe en raison des risques de masculinisation. RÉduisez la prise en cas de nervositÉ, de palpitations cardiaques, d’insomnie, de perte d’appÉtit ou de nausÉes. Strictement rÉservÉ aux adultes plus AgÉ que 25 ans.
 
Attention : 1 gÉlule à  300 mg de MET-AD17-DIOL correspond au mode d’action de 10 mg de dianabol : ainsi, une prise avant la compÉtition donne des rÉsultats positifs aux tests.
Effets secondaires possibles en cas de surdosage : gynÉcomastie, surtension, impuretÉs de la peau, formation d’acnÉ, pilositÉ (barbe), transaminases ÉlevÉe.
 
 

n°219
nico PA
Posté le 04-09-2003 à 14:20:08  profilanswer
 

J'arrive pas à m'y faire avec ses PH. Une personne qui utilise ça a l'air de prendre autant de risque qu'un cycle light (genre primo ou déca). D'ou l'intérêt surtout que je crois difficilement à ces gains. Pour booster la testo, rien ne vaut la testo. ou alors pour stimuler la production endogène, 1,5 gr de tribulus me semble tt aussi efficace.

n°220
paykoman02
Posté le 04-09-2003 à 22:24:24  profilanswer
 

rto la tester et a ue de bon resultat:
7klg en 2mois et 20% en plus sur c perf

n°221
nico PA
Posté le 05-09-2003 à 09:26:22  profilanswer
 

paykoman02 a écrit :

rto la tester et a ue de bon resultat:
7klg en 2mois et 20% en plus sur c perf


 
Tiens le témoignage de son expérience m'interresse ! RTP t'es OU ??

n°222
ZoG
Posté le 06-09-2003 à 16:01:27  profilanswer
 

ahhh je viens d'aller voir BI la , ben le meme jour ou j'ai posté cette question , RTO a poster les resultats d'une cure qu'il a fait.
 
ses resultats :

Citation :

en 3 mois, je suis passé de 70kg/6% à 77.5kg/8.5%

n°223
Thatdamnso​good
Posté le 29-09-2003 à 15:24:11  profilanswer
 

Prendre 8 Kg en 6 semaines, y'a 80 % de flotte ...
 
je préfère encore ne prendre que 4 bon Kg de masse sèche et durable.


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