Testosterone suspension: features of use in strength sports

Author: Yuri Klimishin - an iron enthusiast and veteran of the "chemical" front.
2015-03-20

Important! We do not advocate for the use of steroids and other potent substances. All information is provided so that those who still decide to take them can do so with minimal health risks.

I decided to pay tribute to the oldest testosterone-based drug that is manufactured industrially. In fact, testosterone suspension is a highly interesting substance, but due to the lack of information about it, it is often overlooked in people's first aid kits. Which is a shame. This androgen is practically ideal for short cycles, and short cycles are a priority for most cautious iron enthusiasts.

Initially, testosterone suspension was created solely for use in veterinary practice. At one time, this substance was often used to increase sexual activity in stallions. Folk craftsmen quickly adapted this drug for making money. The suspension was administered to the horses just before race day. Additionally, it was given to bulls before rodeos to enhance the spectacle of such entertainment. And then… someone decided to inject this potion into their own glute. And thus began the era of testosterone suspension in professional sports.

Drug Description

It is important to understand that once in the blood plasma, any testosterone preparation turns into ordinary testosterone, which differs from the testosterone produced by our bodies only in quantity. However, each specific variant of testosterone has differences in pharmacokinetics.

So, testosterone suspension is a suspension of dry powder in water. This means that apart from pure testosterone, there is nothing else in the suspension. The distinguishing feature of this particular testosterone variant is its extremely short half-life. It ranges from 60 to 100 minutes after the drug enters the bloodstream. This has both pros and cons.

Advantages of Use

1. The primary advantage for athletes undergoing doping control is that, with proper use of the suspension, it is practically impossible to test positive.

2. It is worth noting the extremely active response of the body to this androgen. The suspension is felt from the first to the last milligram that we inject. In this regard, the suspension even falls short compared to the beloved testosterone propionate.

3. The short half-life significantly reduces the risk of major issues related to virilization. This means the risk of prostate adenoma when using the suspension is significantly lower than with testosterone enanthate. Overall, no other substance compares to the suspension in terms of effectiveness in a cycle. If we're talking about rapid and massive increases in volume, strength, and recovery abilities – the suspension is number one, no contest.

Cons of Use

1. The extremely short half-life means that the peak of testosterone decreases very quickly. If the suspension is used as the foundation of a cycle, it must be administered at least twice a day. More than that is reserved for professionals.

2. Injecting aqueous solutions is MUCH more painful than oil. This is especially true for underground production. Often, the size of the suspension crystals is not finely ground, so you have to use a needle from a ten-cubic syringe. Not everyone will go for that.

3. The suspension has an extremely high rate of aromatization. This is both a plus and a minus simultaneously. Naturally, those who are prone to gynecomastia and significant water retention are unlikely to be thrilled about testosterone suspension.

4. Finally, today it is not easy to acquire a working product containing the suspension. Unfortunately, often the options available are either completely ineffective or do not contain the sufficient active substance.

I should note immediately that we are talking about AMATEURS from all types of sports. Athletes competing in competitions usually know what to do. Or they utilize the services of specialists.

Application in Bodybuilding

Well, if you are a desperate masochist and decide to use testosterone suspension as the foundation of your cycle – that is, injecting twice daily, it should be combined with something short-acting. Ideally with turinabol, methandrostenolone, oxymetholone, or trenbolone acetate.

However, it would be wiser to use this substance periodically, as a supplement to the main cycle. For example, inject right after your workout. Especially if it was a leg or back workout, and you have a tough day scheduled for tomorrow. Additionally, the suspension is ideal as a local injection. In simple terms, injecting directly into lagging muscle groups significantly increases the likelihood of their growth.

But NEVER perform suspension injections (this also applies to any stanozolol) into the calf muscles. This is just my advice. You can inject an hour to an hour and a half before training. It serves as a working pre-workout. Naturally, this option is more suitable for working with compound exercises.

Typically, in bodybuilding, a dosage of 50 mg per injection and 100 mg per day is more than sufficient.

Application in Powerlifting

It is an ideal substance for pre-workout and post-workout injections in lifting. Besides the fact that the suspension significantly boosts performance and speeds up recovery, it also lubricates the joints and enhances safety. However, to feel the noticeable effect of the suspension, you need a full 100 mg for one injection. Naturally, for those who suffer from aromatization, the same 50 mg will suffice. That’s about all regarding powerlifting.

Conclusions

1. Most likely, people with heightened sensitivity to estradiol should avoid testosterone suspension. The rest should make it a rule to keep aromatase inhibitors on hand. And have tamoxifen/toremifene ready, just in case gynecomastia develops.

2. Leaving aside individual cases, the suspension is completely unsuitable for cutting cycles. Once you decide to become acquainted with this drug, make sure to inject with a needle from a five cubic syringe. Perhaps this diameter will be sufficient, but if not, then prepare for a thicker needle.

3. As for the manufacturers that satisfy me today, I would definitely say Moldovan Pharmacom. I trust others less.

4. Overall, having a bottle of suspension in your first aid kit will certainly not hurt. Even if you don't use this substance regularly, it will definitely come in handy when you need to intensify recovery processes in your body. Anything can happen in life. Especially in the life of an athlete.