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Sodium does not suck water from the cell this is incorrect. The cell ie if we are talking muscle cells which we should be in BB will maintain homeostasis if it has adequate sodium and potassium. The body maintains a water hierarchy and will move water according to that hierarchy because that is essential to maintain life...the bodies number one priority. The body functions in feedback loops, including water homeostasis, much like the thermostat and the air conditioner in your house, car, etc. If you set the AC to 70 (its set point), the temp must reach some threshold (say 72) before it kicks in. It will cool until it reaches some value below its set point, say 68. There is an overshoot in the system. There must be some off-set or error to turn the AC on when the temperature reaches 72, and as a result it will cool to provide somewhat of a temperature buffer (for example 68 or 2 degree below the set point of 70). Your body works much in the same way: imagine how your inner thermostat would react if you turned a heater on near the thermometer, but on the other side of the room from the AC. The heater would blast the thermometer (sensor) and the AC would be going full blast to cool the room. If you cut the heater off, the "smart" thermostat would not just cool the room to 68 - it would cool it to some level below that, because it remembers that there's a "threat" of heat AND the thermometer still hot, even though most of the room is at or below 70. (It senses a hotter room than is actually the case!) Water homeostasis is a bit more complicated, but you can use this principle to trick the body into drying out - losing water to a level of dehydration below its normal set point. When discussing diuretics and water retention it only seems logical to dispel another pre-contest myth: Salt is a bodybuilders’ friend, not enemy, pre-contest. Many bodybuilders eliminate sodium like an ex-spouse at a honeymoon assuming the result will be the coveted ‘dry look’ on contest day. When salt intake is reduced, a series of ‘dry look’ nemesis arise. Salt contains sodium, and to a less degree potassium in the form of potassium iodide. When salt/sodium is reduced or eliminated from the diet the result is increased Aldosterone release. This makes the body excrete more potassium and hold more sodium/water. The resulting water retention gives the athlete a puffy wet look. This is due to electrolyte imbalances. Reduced slat intake also negatively affects the all important sodium-potassium pump. This is the mechanism the body used to shuttle many nutrients into cells like those that all muscle fibers are composed of. (Gee, ya think?) This would therefore inhibit creatine and some amino acid structures from adequately transporting, as well as inhibit glycogen synthesis. If the salt content is reduced in muscles so is the water content. This means catabolism, flat muscles come show time, and a lack of vascularity. (It would also inhibit erectile function, but that is another issue altogether.) The key to subcutaneous water control depends upon control of the hormone aldosterone. Obviously estrogen control is part of this hormone cascade action/reaction. But, our main focus is sodium and water control, so aldosterone is the key. While pre-contest dieting an athlete should have a relatively high sodium intake. This creates an environment in which the body does not have to release Aldosterone. This causes sodium to stay in the muscle tissue and the subsequent attraction of water stores there. Also, the all important maintaining of the sodium-potassium pump is accommodated as well. (During diet phases, this also reduces catabolism). At the same time water intake should be relatively high as well. This helps your body excrete any extra sodium, which of course it will, because Aldosterone secretion in the body has been controlled by elevated salt intake/water intake. The body will continue to dump all excess water and sodium as long as this is followed. T

Depending on individual metabolism the body will process food as required. Jaun Morel eats 10-12 meals per day on order to grow or even maintain size. The same can be said for many other BB. You will not grow on 3 meals per day...welcome to being average. T

Tell that to may pro bodybuilders that do that in order to grow. T

The test will prove there is real hgh in the vial. However it does not prove purity nor does it prove potency. T

I didn't write Chinese off some is decent ie norco however it is still a far cry from phatm. T

There is no comparison between legit pharm hgh and chinese, sorry. Dont believe me write and email to John Meadows and ask him. Much of the chinese gh has additives that incease water retention on purpose to make u think its real. T

Lets be very clear here and not vilify sodium as the enemy. Sodium does not cause bloating an increase in ADH anti diuretic hormone cause bloating which is a result of either not drinking enough water or misuse of diuretics namely aldosterone. It has never been proven that sodium causes hypertension. Large amounts of sodium will build up in the blood and reduce ADH which will lead to increased urine output. Water under the skin is not necessarily cause by sodium it can be cause by a lack of sodium as fluid cannot be pulled into the muscle without adequate sodium its called osmosis. Without adequate sodium you will also lose any chance of getting a pump npt to mention carb loading is impossible. One of the biggest mistake guys make when competing is to lower sodium intake. Table salt or NACL is also healthy for the thyroid as most lack sufficient iodine intake. Sodium has been vilified for decades mainly due to misinformed medical community and misleading articles put out in fitness publications or by the media. Unless you have an existing kidney condition there is no need to avoid sodium. What is really important is drinking plenty of fresh water. If this is dont the body will regulate its electrolyte levels and maintain homeostasis. The trouble is people dont drink enough water they drink soda, coffee, alcohol etc. T

Bodybuilders have eaten a cetain way to optimize or maintain muscle while dieting for over 80 years and it works. There are a multitude of article based on misinformation and are a dime a dozen. Eating for total health and longevity is completely different from eating to maximize BB purposes. In BB eating multiple smaller meals through the day is a proven strategy and works. For some its 4-5 meals for some -ts 6 and for some its 8 or more. One thing for certain eating three meals per plus a snack here or there will never lead to hitting your BB goals. T

Albuterol is a 2nd generation beta-agonist (it stimulates B1 and B2 receptors) whereas, Clenbuterol is a 3rd Generation beta-agonist (theoretically, it stimulates only B2 receptors, thus it is not a stimulant Also, Albuterol does not mobilize fat from the fat cells, nor does it act anti-catabolically in the muscle. It is a very pooer substitute for clenbuterol. T

Estrogen issues are very individualistic. I would wait and maybe test estradiol after 5-6 weeks as well as watching for any significant sides. T

Cialis and viagra actually lower blood pressure it doesnt increase it. A secondary treatment for viagra is pulmonary hypertension. Also if taken with nitrates ir can cause severe drop in BP. T

I would keep in mind a few things about the above... Clen is not a stimulant, it is a beta 2 agonist which means it does not exert its effects on beta 1 receptors ie heart, brain etc. Clen works well past the point of feeling jittery thus the two week on two week off protocol is not optimal, It is wise to start clen low and slowly increase however adding 20-30mcg in only a few days is much too fast. The body does not attenuate that fast and you are adding when unnecessary. That is the entire problem with 2 weeks on 2 weeks off. No need to take it immediately before training or cardio as it becomes systemic quickly and will exert its effects through the day. Typically splitting dosages seems to work better and you will see less sides however that is individualistic. If running correc;tly there is absolutely no need to take benadryl. Clen and T3 combined work great and if running T3 it is always wise to use clen or HGH as they both exert anti catabolic effects as T3 burns calories indiscriminately. T

Tapering up over time is ideal. Depending on the final dosage stopping cold Turkey is not a good idea. It would makes more sense to drop the dosage and taper off for a few weeks. T

There is no issue using clen and T3 concurrently. Both should be started at a low dose and gradually increased over time. You do not need to take time off you can run both safely for 12-16 weeks however as with most fat burning products you should add them gradually into your prep and not both at the same time. When you diet you dont start cardio at 1 hour a day you start at the minimum amount in order to illicit fat loss at around 2lbs per week. When you hit a plateau you increase by 10min daily and maintain until fat loss halts. The same goes with clen or T3 you dont start day one you add it in when you are maximizing cardio and still not seeing fat loss. T3 and clen are just tools to use however they need to be used correctly in order to gain the most benefit. If you are running a 16 week diet then you should be able to drop significant fat the first 8 weeks with just diet and shouldnt need clen or T3. These compounds should be added the last 8 weeks ie clen first and then 2 weeks later some T3.

DHEA is used in older men to try to raise T levels typically before going on TRT. If DHEA levels are low than adding it may have health benefits but it definitely can cause estrogen issues. T

Thats a whole other debate id rather not tackle at this point LOL. T

Where you go may be run like a business which is the same model that many clinics in the US use however in Canada you do not need to go that route as it is fairly easy for a GP to prescribe testosterone. (i can refer u if required) I have clients that are GP's and they have no issues with this. Secondly 300mg weekly is typically alot higher than most TRT dosages, this is not my opinion its what I have been told my more than one DR. Is it out of bounds for responsible TRT that is a question for whomever is prescribing it as they will be responsible for the patient. The other question is does 300mg weekly make sense from an ethical perspective. Again, many Dr.'s would have issues with that...not all but many. Keep in mind the higher the dose the more the AR receptor is being stimulated and that will become the new norm. This is the very reason that guys who are high does cycles and come off and are fully recovered HPTA wise still have extremely low libido. That takes a long time to change and typically the best way is to reduce T as much as possible to reduce stimulation. This is the very reason why starting low is ideal. Estrogen is an individual thing many need no AI some need a bit its hard to say until you are in the midst of it. There are many things to look within blood work, cholesterol , hematocrit, platelets, blood pressure, DHT, thyroid (aas can suppress) etc. T

The entire point of TRT is to improve quality of life. That being said its also about improving quality of life without adding additional risk. No 300mg weekly wont cause many issues in a few months however TRT is never for a few months. The idea is to get the most out of the least thus limiting sides etc in the long term. T

Many life extension clinics in the USA will prescribe higher dosages...its a business as opposed to Canada. 300/week is not TRT is basically on which I would not recommend for long term. T

100 to 150mg weekly is typical TRT. 300mg weekly is NOT TRT that is on cycle. The maximum TRT i would ever recommend is 200mg per week but preferably 10 days. You will need to check your hematocrit levels regularly as well as blood pressure. At least once per quarter I would do full blood work to be sure. T

So just to be clear there is misinformation in the above article which should be cleared up. Insulin, best use is preworkout 8-10 iu humalog with a preworkout and intra workour drink. Eliminates the high fat gain and should only be used on training days to reduce reduce insulin resistance. HGH does not reduce thyroid output it actually increases it. HGH reduces TSH which is a thyroid marker that lowers when thyroid conversion of T4 to T3 increases. There is no reason to take T3 if taking HGH except to increase metabolism if you are dieting. IGF1 LR3 is pretty much useless when it comes to muscle building. Real IGF as some pros used to get works well but is expensive and difficult to get and can cause serious sides. T

Looking good MB!

Thank everyone, much appreciated!

Thanks to NorthernLifters for this opportunity.I have over 33 years of training experience in BB and Powerlifting. I have trained many hundreds of clients from BB, Fitness, Figure, Mens Physique, Olympic athletes, MMA fighters, hockey players, etc I have also worked and consulted with many smart people in the industry namely Ken Skip Hill, Dave Palumbo, Dr Udo Erasmus, Dr Mauro Di Pasquale, Dr Joe Kottoor etc My goal is to provide straight up uncensored no nonsense answers to questions around training, nutrition, supplements, aas, competition prep, etc As many know there is much misinformation in this industry and sifting through that can be a laborious task...I hope I can change that. Thanks, Ted