EPISODE · Aug 18, 2024 · 25 MIN
Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids in Power & Strength Sports—Risks, Benefits, and Female Use Explored
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Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids in Power & Strength Sports—Risks, Benefits, and Female Use Explored Runtime 25:44 Synopsis I. AAS & Nonhypertrophy Objectives ("Making Weight") for Untested Powerlifters: (i) Increased Strength/Power; (ii) Anticatabolism & Antiadipogenic Effects; (iii) Enhanced Bone & Soft Tissue Metabolism; & (iv) Increased Glycogen Synthetase Activity II. Curated Biological Harms of AAS: (i) Cardiovascular; (ii) Psychological III. Female Considerations: GH Secretagogues vs. RhGH, Enhanced Efficacy/Tolerability IV. Thyroid Function a la (a) AAS and (b) RhGH Features Type-IIx Topics AAS, androgens, neural drive, central motor command, rate coding, GHRH, GHRP, Ipamorelin, Ibutamoren, MK-677, Mod GRF (1-29), RhGH, growth hormone, testosterone, oxandrolone, Dianabol, metandienone, methenolone, Primobolan, thyroid, T3, T4, TBG References How Steroids & Growth Hormone Affect the Tendons, Ligaments, and Sinews (Connective Tissues) Estrogen Functions in Men | Meso-Rx Article by Type-IIx Newsletter Subscribe to Type-IIx's Gear, Growth, and Gains Insider Substack Newsletter Type-IIx's Gear, Growth, and Gains Insider Substack Newsletter | Archives Communities Communities ❯ Telegram › Gear, Growth, and Gains | Team Ampouletude | Type-IIx
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In this episode of ’Gear Growth and Gains,’ Type-IIx dives deep into the science of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) and their impact on power sports and strength sports. Discover how AAS enhance strength and power beyond muscle hypertrophy, their anti-catabolic and fat-reducing properties, and the positive effects on bone and connective tissue health. We also tackle the cardiovascular and psychological harms linked to AAS use, plus unique insights into female responses to GH secretagogues versus recombinant GH. Explore how these substances affect thyroid function, the clinical risks involved, and why medical monitoring is crucial for athletes. Tune in for an evidence-based look at the physiological mechanisms and real-world considerations every power and strength athlete should know.
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