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Is testosterone better for building muscle than using steroids?

Is testosterone better for building muscle than using steroids?

Yes

Last updated on 06 Jun 2023

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Do testosterone levels change when you stop lifting weights?

Yes, they might change.

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How can women build muscle if they have low testosterone?

They can exercise and eat well if they have low testosterone levels.

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What is the use of testosterone in muscle building?

During muscle building, testosterone stimulates protein synthesis (anabolic effect) and inhibits protein degradation (anti-catabolic effect) and this in turn results in muscle hypertrophy.

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How much muscle can you gain in a month on testosterone?

On an average, a man's body produces 7 mg of testosterone per day. However, not all of that testosterone floating in our bloodstream can be used by our bodies. One can gain upto 3 kgs in a month.

Last updated on 06 Jun 2023

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Why does 'heavy' weight training increase testosterone?

Research hints that heavy and endurance training can increase testosterone levels as they work on metabolism which in turn helps in boosting testosterone levels.

Last updated on 07 Jun 2023

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