Drug n Stuff 286 | Steroid Market Update: The Truth Behind the China Arrests

In this episode of It’s Just Bodybuilding, the crew breaks down the 2025 IFBB season — from the most improved athletes and biggest comebacks to shocking Olympia results and rising new stars. They also dive into coaching changes, trends in training and supplements, and what’s next for the sport heading into 2026. Big Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw & Scott McNally00:00 – 2025 IFBB Bodybuilding Season Recap02:35 – Most Improved Bodybuilders of 2025: Who Leveled Up This Year05:21 – Biggest Comebacks in Pro Bodybuilding08:16 – Best Posing Routines of the 2025 Season11:01 – Shocking Placements & Robbed Competitors: Olympia and Beyond13:43 – Breakout Stars of 2025: New Names to Watch16:19 – Most Underrated Bodybuilders in the IFBB19:17 – Coaching Changes That Shook Up the Season22:09 – Future Trends in Bodybuilding: Training, Aesthetics & Judging39:23 – The Role of Genetics in Modern Bodybuilding41:35 – Supplement & Peptide Trends in 202549:04 – Finding Success in Bodybuilding and in Life49:58 – “Mind Your Own Business” – Mental Health & Focus for Athletes55:08 – Why Organization Matters for Progress55:58 – Personality Traits That Drive Growth01:03:28 – Lessons Learned from the 2025 Bodybuilding Season 🔴 Presented By MUTANT® — Born Different. Born Hardcore!https://www.iammutant.com Codes BIGRON or DUSTY for savingsFollow the guys on Instagram : 💪 http://www.instagram.com/rep300 💪 http://www.instagram.com/dustyhanshaw08 💪 http://www.instagram.com/scottmcnally1 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 Youtube : https://youtu.be/1mBViINQwlE

In this episode of the DNS Podcast, Dave Crosland and Scott McNally dive deep into Nandrolone vs Equipoise, breaking down their anabolic-androgenic ratios, side effects, and best uses for muscle growth. The guys also discuss Tren, Retatrutide, GH, insulin, and modern PED cycles, plus why new steroids aren’t being invented anymore. Packed with insight, experience, and a few laughs along the way!0:00 Nandrolone vs Equipoise | Which Is Better?0:32 Welcome to the DNS Podcast w/ Dave Crosland & Scott McNally3:00 Equipoise vs Nandrolone for Muscle Growth & Strength6:40 Understanding the Anabolic:Androgenic Ratio of EQ and Nandrolone9:00 Is Equipoise Safe for Females?11:30 Using Nandrolone and Equipoise Together — Smart or Risky?16:00 How to Manage Nandrolone Side Effects22:45 Support the Show – True Nutrition Code: THINK24:15 Funny Stories & “Dropping Logs” Segment25:30 Should You Test Tren Before a Contest Cycle?27:50 Do You Really Need Tren to Compete?29:00 Ngenla Long-Acting Growth Hormone Explained33:20 Test / Equipoise / Primo Bulk Cycle – Estrogen Management Tips36:40 DHEA vs 7-Keto DHEA – What’s the Difference?37:50 ALT, AST & Creatinine Increases from Training – What’s Normal?43:20 Are Anti-Aromatase Compounds Being Unfairly Demonized?45:20 Why Aren’t New Steroids Being Created Anymore?47:40 Myostatin Inhibitors & Gene Doping – The Future of PEDs?51:00 Retatrutide for Contest Prep – Effective or Dangerous?55:00 Retatrutide Dosing Frequency – The Latest Research1:01:00 Generic GH vs Pharma GH – How Much Do You Need?1:03:10 Do You Need Insulin and GH to Be Competitive?1:05:10 Using Insulin During a Fat-Loss Phase1:07:20 Planning the Perfect Cut Cycle1:09:00 Dave’s Selling His Boat!1:10:10 Increased Scar Tissue from Repeated AAS Injections1:12:00 Clearance Times for Common Steroids🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 YouTube : https://youtu.be/rhe73kqZIvY

In this episode of Blood, Sweat and Gear, hosts Scott McNally, Skip Hill, and Andrew Berry welcome young bodybuilder Andrew Stafford. They discuss Andrew's journey into bodybuilding, the challenges he has faced with injuries, and the importance of coaching and nutrition in his training. The conversation also touches on the mental pressures of competition, the role of social media in building a brand, and Andrew's aspirations for the future.00:00 Welcome Back to Blood Sweat & Gear ft. Andrew Stafford05:30 Struggling to Make Classic Physique Weight Class07:30 Inside Andrew Stafford’s Current Cycle08:40 Coach Chris Tuttle Shares His Thoughts on Andrew11:32 What It Means to Be Coachable in Bodybuilding14:00 Supported by TrueNutrition.com – Code THINK15:00 Overcoming Injuries and Making Training Adjustments17:45 Andrew Stafford’s Training Setup and Split18:50 The Challenges of Self-Coaching in Bodybuilding19:40 Dealing with Pressure and Expectations as a Competitor21:10 Mastering Training Technique and Mind-Muscle Connection23:30 Is Tennessee a Good State for Bodybuilding?26:00 “Living the Dream” – The Reality of the Bodybuilding Lifestyle28:35 Building a Financial and Emotional Safety Net in Bodybuilding34:45 Andrew Stafford Reveals He’s a Cat Guy37:16 Andrew’s Favorite Cheat Meals and Off-Plan Treats43:45 Post-Interview Reflections and Behind-the-Scenes Chat48:45 The Evolution of Bodybuilding Advice Over the Years52:10 Smart Dietary Adjustments for Better Performance57:10 Swapping NPP for Deca – What’s the Difference?59:30 Using Dianabol on Specific Training Days Only1:00:20 Growth Hormone and Midsection Growth – Myth or Reality?1:02:12 Why Lighting and Backdrops at Bodybuilding Shows MatterReach out to the guys for coaching ! 💪 Skip Hill : http:/www.teamskip.com 💪 Andrew Berry : http://www.bodyberry.com 💪 Scott McNally : [email protected] 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 YouTube : https://youtu.be/TkSIrjCvH3Y

The guys are back with another episode of It’s Just Bodybuilding (Episode 362) ! They break down the 2025 EVLS Prague Pro results, talk Martin Fitzwater’s huge win, and ask if Keone Pearson can really make it in Open Bodybuilding. Plus—Samson Dauda’s tough season, switching coaches mid-prep, tall bodybuilders struggling for size, and Lee Priest sounding off on politics in bodybuilding.00:00 Welcome Back to It’s Just Bodybuilding Podcast 01:26 2025 EVLS Prague Pro Preview & Results03:10 Martin Fitzwater Dominates the Prague Pro — Even Beats Samson Dauda05:00 Can Keone Pearson Win in Open Bodybuilding?07:30 Joan Pradells’ Impressive Progress on the Pro Stage11:30 Michal Krizo: Freaky Muscle and Unreal Conditioning14:00 Samson Dauda’s Rough 2025 Season — What Went Wrong?18:10 Should Samson Dauda Find a New Coach?21:30 Changing Coaches During Prep — When Is It the Right Move?26:30 Scott’s Client Freaks Out Before a Show32:25 Dusty Saves a Spilled Client — Backstage Bodybuilding Story39:00 Kyle Wilks Reacts to Losing Nick Walker from the Prague Pro42:47 Think Big Tank Tops Are Here! 👉 https://think-big.printify.me/products43:25 How Do IFBB Pros Manage Gear Through Long Contest Seasons?51:40 Is It Harder for Taller Bodybuilders to Build Muscle?54:15 Gym Owner Question: Influencers Who Don’t Tag the Gym1:13:18 Lee Priest on Politics and Drama in Bodybuilding1:15:45 Martin Fitzwater Surprises Dusty with His Progress1:19:00 Big Announcements: Think Big Tank Tops, Ron’s New Gym, & Ron’s Training App🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 YouTube : https://youtu.be/7AqK7XWp-Ng

Muscle Minds 179 With Dr Scott Stevenson & Scott McNally00:00 Classic Dianabol Study Breakdown00:46 The Original Dianabol Studies Explained03:55 How Early Steroid Research Was Conducted07:50 Placebo Effects in Steroid and Muscle Studies11:32 Psychology Behind Performance Enhancement15:36 How Genetics Impact Placebo and Muscle Response23:31 Placebo Effect and “Perceived Gains” in Bodybuilding25:39 Real-World Anecdotes vs. Scientific Evidence29:41 Old-School Steroid Use: A Historical Perspective32:07 Nitrogen Balance and Its Role in Muscle Growth38:29 Protein Retention, Synthesis, and Recovery Explained42:55 How to Design Better Modern Steroid Studies47:16 The Changing Legal Landscape of Steroids48:12 Nutrition, Genetics, and Building Muscle49:53 Progressive Overload & Adjusting Nutrition for Growth50:53 Challenges of Measuring Body Composition Accurately52:28 Why Scientific Research Has Its Limits53:41 Individual Differences in Steroid Response55:46 Understanding Placebo Power in Performance Gains59:08 Outside Factors That Influence Muscle Growth01:01:45 Why Controlled Studies Matter in PED Research01:07:08 Final Thoughts and Future Directions✅ Be Your Own Bodybuilding Coach Hard Cover ( TB affiliate link)https://amzn.to/47figyT🔴 Reach out to Scott or Scott for consults or coaching : Dr Scott = http://www.byobbcoach.com Scott = [email protected] 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 YouTube : https://youtu.be/bL7PVm29vFM

DNS Podcast Dave Crosland & Scott McNally00:00 Solidifying Your Cycle Gains: How to Keep Muscle After a Cycle01:20 Welcome Back Dave Crosland & Scott McNally | Sponsors + Today’s Topics03:15 The First 5 Steroid Cycles: Key Considerations for Beginners10:30 When to Get Bloodwork & Monitor Health on Cycle11:20 How Long to Stay Off Between Steroid Cycles15:00 Primobolan Year-Round Use — Safe or Not Worth It?16:10 Is 5iu of Growth Hormone Worth It in Your Early 20s?17:10 Chase Irons on High-Dose GH and His Experience19:30 Why Chase Irons Is Downsizing — His Next Chapter21:40 How to Maintain Gains After Coming Off Cycle25:30 Does Equipoise Increase Hunger from Higher Caloric Demand?28:00 Is Expired Gear Still Safe? Steroid Shelf Life Explained30:50 Tracking How Much Equipoise Lowers Estrogen32:30 Can You Inhibit CYP3A4 to Boost Steroid Blood Levels?38:00 China Raw Powder Update — What’s Really Happening44:00 How to Manage Naturally High Estrogen Levels47:00 Masteron vs Nandrolone for Joint Support — Which Works Better?49:00 Coaching Advice for Powerlifters Using PEDs52:40 Old School Test/Deca/Dbol vs Modern Test/EQ/Anadrol Cycles57:30 Uncle Dave’s Wisdom🔴 Reach out to the guys for Coaching!💪 Dave : https://www.instagram.com/davecrosland_/💪 Scott McNally : [email protected]🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ 🇬🇧 STROM SPORTS UK : tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54 US : https://stromsportsus.com✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 Youtube : https://youtu.be/CyInPT2gFs4

In this episode of It’s Just Bodybuilding, the crew dives into the Mexico Pro results, Clarida’s performance, and how judging politics continue to shape the sport. They share training tips for older lifters, break down protein myths, and compare old-school vs. modern conditioning. Plus, physique critiques, prep insights, and strategies for super heavyweights aiming to dominate the stage.00:00 Intro & Product Spotlight – MindFK03:11 Best Pre-Workouts for Pumps and Focus07:21 Mexico Pro Show Breakdown – Surprising Results09:20 Shaun Clarida’s Performance Compared to the Competition16:02 Training Tips for Older Bodybuilders – Staying Strong with Age21:36 Politics in Bodybuilding Judging – Is It Getting Worse?26:57 Conditioning in Bodybuilding: Old School vs Modern Era39:17 Super Heavyweight Class Strategies – Building a Winning Look44:50 Protein Powder Myths During Contest Prep56:57 Pro Bodybuilding Competition Insights & Lessons Learned01:01:46 Physique Critique – How to Improve Symmetry and Presentatio

Coaches Skip Hill, Andrew Berry, Scott McNally0:00 Welcome back to Blood Sweat & Gear Bodybuilding Coaching QA2:25 Exploring DHB (Dihydroboldenone) — Why It’s Becoming a Game Changer in Bodybuilding5:00 How Strong is DHB compared to other compounds?7:00 DHB Average Dosing 8:00 DHB Injection Tips & Frequency — Best Practices for Safe and Effective Use13:40 Scott’s DHB Experience 15:50 L-Carnitine for Muscle Growth & Fat Loss — Benefits, Dosage, and Timing Explained19:15 L-Carnitine for Mitochondrial Dysfunction & Fullness In a Calorie Deficit22:25 True Nutrition Cold Filtered Whey Iso - Code THINK23:40 Smaller Bilateral Shots 26:00 Mixing L-Car with AAS? 27:00 Mixing Peptides? 28:11 Blood Thinners & PEDs — Managing Health Risks While Using Performance Enhancers32:40 Benefits of a CPAP as a Bodybuilder 34:30 Top Health Supplements for Bodybuilders — A Coach’s Perspective on Longevity39:00 Vitamin D — The Underrated Key to Performance & Immune Health 47:15 Controlling Calcium Storage from Vitamin D with Vitamin K2 MK748:15  Magnesium for Sleep & Recovery — How It Improves Rest and Muscle Repair19:15 Listener Q&A — Answering Common PED and Supplement Questions🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 Video : https://youtu.be/LN2M63P4FEo#anabolicsteroids #testosterone

In this episode of Muscle Minds, Scott Stevenson and Scott McNally are joined by Chris Barakat, MS, ATC, CISSN to dive deep into the science of body recomposition—building muscle while losing fat. They break down training, nutrition, and contest prep strategies backed by research and real-world experience. Learn how to apply evidence-based methods to achieve your best physique yet.0:00 Intro – Understanding Body Recomposition and How to Build Muscle While Losing Fat5:42 The Science of Muscle Growth & Fat Loss – Evidence-Based Breakdown with Chris Barakat10:13 Nutrition Strategies for Body Recomp – Protein, Calories, and Timing Explained15:05 Training Techniques That Maximize Muscle Gain and Fat Loss20:10 How Training Experience Impacts Body Recomposition Results24:58 Setting Realistic Goals for Your Body Transformation Journey29:58 Contest Prep Challenges – Managing Fatigue, Recovery, and Expectations35:01 Auto-Regulation in Training – Listening to Your Body for Better Progress41:17 Lessons from Competing – What Bodybuilding Teaches About Adaptation46:25 Future of Bodybuilding Research and Evidence-Based Training Insights✅ Study : https://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/fulltext/2020/10000/body_recomposition__can_trained_individuals_build.3.aspx✅ Follow Chris : https://www.instagram.com/christopher.barakat/✅ Be Your Own Bodybuilding Coach Hard Cover ( TB affiliate link)https://amzn.to/47figyT🔴 Reach out to Scott or Scott for consults or coaching : Dr Scott = http://www.byobbcoach.com Scott = [email protected] 🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 YouTube : https://youtu.be/xb9tSilOz5k

DNS 286 Dave Crosland & Scott McNally0:00 Intro & Teaser | Steroid Market Collapse Follow-Up2:00 Janoshik Interview Follow-Up | What We’ve Learned Since the Market Shutdown4:00 Inside the Raw Powder Busts in China | The Real Story11:00 Masteron and Primobolan Quality Issues in Late 202513:00 What Underground Sources Are Saying About Steroid Supply15:15 Cycle Critique: Test / Deca / Mast with Anadrol20:15 Appetite Problems on Test, Equipoise, and Trenbolone25:30 Using NPP Long-Term on TRT Plus – Safe or Not?27:30 How to Create GH-Like Fullness Without Growth Hormone28:40 Do You Really Need Tren? | Honest Discussion31:40 If You Could Only Pick 4 Compounds for Contest Prep34:00 Can Steroids Cause Hiccups? | Surprising Side Effects37:00 Low Estrogen on Equipoise | How to Fix It40:45 Minimizing Muscle Loss After a Bicep Tear45:50 Enclomiphene for Natural Lifters | Can It Raise Testosterone?47:15 Does HCG Improve Gains on TRT? | Real-World Results49:50 Dropping Tren and Adding Anavar – Smart Move or Mistake?51:40 UCtheFreak Joins the Discussion53:45 Understanding Prolactin and Progesterone on Nandrolone58:00 How Body Fat Levels Affect Steroid Effectiveness1:00:00 Uncle Dave’s Wisdom | PEDs and Mental Health🔴 Reach out to the guys for Coaching!💪 Dave : https://www.instagram.com/davecrosland_/💪 Scott McNally : [email protected]✅ ✅ Modern Aminos :https://tinyurl.com/y4nts94n✅ ✅Code THINKBIG✅ Parabolic Pepshttps://tinyurl.com/ycpnbjzd✅ ✅Code THINK✅ ✅SomaChemshttps://somachems.com✅ ✅Code THINK🙏 Support us on Patreon. Every $5 helps!https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding👕 Think BIG T Shirts! https://think-big.printify.me/products✅ Presented by TRUE NUTRITION. Code : THINKhttps://www.truenutrition.com/THINK 3rd Party Tested, Discover the source that bodybuilders trust !✅ 🇬🇧 STROM SPORTS UK : tinyurl.com/ydmbfa54 US : https://stromsportsus.com🇨🇦 For our Canadians, get blow out deals on top brand name supplements!http://www.supplementsource.ca 🔴 YouTube : https://youtu.be/ep7yDb2rIY8