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Testosterone vs. NPP, HGH side effects, GLP-1 heart rate concerns, and the biggest mistakes holding back muscle growth—Big Paul breaks down the trade-offs that matter in bodybuilding. Interested in 1-on-1 physique and lifestyle coaching? Fill out the short application below to get a free discovery call and see whether coaching is the right fit for your goals: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.pro.typeform.com/to/kVhpILXi In this video, we cover the real-world decisions behind building muscle, losing fat, and improving your physique without losing sight of long-term health. Topics include: • Higher testosterone vs. NPP and Equipoise: side effects, tolerance, and sustainability • Could growth hormone (HGH) contribute to an enlarged thymus? • Why training and nutrition should come before adding more PEDs • Elevated resting heart rate when combining Vyvanse and GLP-1 drugs • Can interrupted home workouts still build muscle? • Progressive vs. static training volume for hypertrophy • Planning your first bodybuilding competition and finding the right coach • Losing 100+ pounds while preserving muscle mass • Primobolan, estradiol, anastrozole, and the importance of accurate blood work From muscle-building plateaus to contest prep and estrogen management, the focus is on practical thinking, realistic expectations, and playing the long game. What topic should I dig into next? Let me know in the comments. #Bodybuilding #MuscleGrowth #AnabolicBodybuilding 📧 For exclusive inside Information and free articles, join my mailing list: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/email-list Subscribe to my Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCjQmfhe1yyDsRjCVedA5IBA  🎓 Mentorship Group: https://www.skool.com/big-pauls-mentorship/about 📘 The Science of Anabolics E-Course: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/the-science-of-anabolics-performance-enhancing-drugs 🗺️ Get The Ultimate Cycle Cheat Sheet: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/cheatsheet 💪 Team ANABOLIC BODYBUILDING: https://www.skool.com/teamanabolicbodybuilding 💪 For Coaching or Consultations, go to: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ 📧 Contact BigPaul at: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.typeform.com/to/vqzGP4mG SOCIAL MEDIA 🤘 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulkbarnett/ 🔈 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PKOCKSDh6ZeaLmVoHF60z 🆇 Formerly Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulb3rd 🤮 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialanabolicbodybuilding/ 🎬 RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/AnabolicBodybuilding 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anabolic-bodybuilding/ 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 🧪 For Blood Panels: www.UltaLabTests.com/bigpaulmedia 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 00:00 - Intro 00:23 - Join My Members Community & My Book Is Releasing Soon! 01:38 - Importance Of Using Compounds With The Least Side-Effects 08:35 - Can HGH Enlarge The Thymus Gland? 11:14 - How Important Is Training When Compared To Food & PEDs 16:31 - Is Elevated Heart Rate Concerning If Blood Pressure & Lipids Are Controlled? 20:43 - Can You Build Muscle If A 45 Min. Workout Extends To 2 Hours Due To Long Breaks? 23:23 - Should Training Volume Increase During A 16-20 Week Offseason? 26:58 - How To Structure Phases 10 Months Before A Show 29:15 - What To Look For Before Hiring A Coach 32:36 - How To Structure A Fat Loss Phase For Someone Weighing 360 Pounds 40:49 - Thoughts On Anastrozole Dosing & How Does Primo Affect E2? 44:42 - How Long Does Primo Keep Lowering E2 After Dropping It? 45:52 - Wrapping Up! WARNING ======== The Video has been made available for entertainment and educational purposes only. I do not make any warranties to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the content.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. I hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is, and without warranties.

Does more training volume actually build more muscle? Are aromatase inhibitors unfairly criticized? Can you use anabolic steroids without losing your hair? Big Paul tackles these questions and more, breaking down the realities of bodybuilding, muscle growth, fat loss, and performance enhancement. Interested in personalized bodybuilding, muscle-building, or fat-loss coaching? Fill out the form below to get a FREE discovery call and find out if coaching is the right fit for you: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.pro.typeform.com/to/kVhpILXi In this video, Big Paul shares his experience with training volume vs. intensity, hypertrophy, progressive overload, and finding the right balance between muscle growth and recovery. He also explains why recovering from more sets doesn't necessarily mean you're building more muscle. On the PED side, Paul discusses anabolic steroids and hair loss, including testosterone, nandrolone, DHT-derived compounds, and finasteride. He also breaks down the controversy surrounding aromatase inhibitors like Arimidex, estrogen management, and the potential consequences of excessively high or low estradiol. Other topics include overcoming fat-loss plateaus, deciding whether TRT is appropriate, determining when to stop bulking and start cutting, and measuring actual muscle growth versus temporary weight gain from water and glycogen. Paul also shares practical bodybuilding nutrition advice, discusses muscle-building progress for men over 40 and 50, and explains his perspective on using nandrolone as a primary anabolic compound. Whether your goal is building muscle, losing body fat, optimizing your training, or understanding the risks and trade-offs of PED use, this video offers decades of real-world bodybuilding experience. Have a question or a topic you'd like Big Paul to cover? Leave it in the comments! Subscribe to Anabolic Bodybuilding for more discussions on bodybuilding, training, nutrition, testosterone, and performance enhancement. #Bodybuilding #MuscleGrowth #AnabolicSteroids 📧 For exclusive inside Information and free articles, join my mailing list: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/email-list Subscribe to my Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCjQmfhe1yyDsRjCVedA5IBA  🎓 Mentorship Group: https://www.skool.com/big-pauls-mentorship/about 📘 The Science of Anabolics E-Course: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/the-science-of-anabolics-performance-enhancing-drugs 🗺️ Get The Ultimate Cycle Cheat Sheet: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/cheatsheet 💪 Team ANABOLIC BODYBUILDING: https://www.skool.com/teamanabolicbodybuilding 💪 For Coaching or Consultations, go to: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ 📧 Contact BigPaul at: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.typeform.com/to/vqzGP4mG SOCIAL MEDIA 🤘 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulkbarnett/ 🔈 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PKOCKSDh6ZeaLmVoHF60z 🆇 Formerly Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulb3rd 🤮 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialanabolicbodybuilding/ 🎬 RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/AnabolicBodybuilding 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anabolic-bodybuilding/ 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 🧪 For Blood Panels: www.UltaLabTests.com/bigpaulmedia 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 00:00 - Intro 00:21 - Make Sure Yo Join My Members Community & My Coaching! 01:27 - How To Adjust Diet In A Fat Loss Plateau + Can Adding Gear Accelerate Fat Loss? 08:03 - Does Increased Recovery From PEDs Mean More Training & More Growth? 14:58 - Can You Build Muscle Without Losing Your Hair? 19:33 - Why Do Some Coaches Discourage Aromatase Inhibitors? 23:53 - Should You Periodically Change Reps, Weights & Tempo In Your Training? 29:27 - When Should You End A Bulk? 34:01 - How To Increase Food Volume To Help Manage Hunger 38:10 - Target Weekly Weight Gain During A Bulk 46:50 - Thoughts On Low-Dose Test & High Nandrolone Cycles 00:00 - Will Paul Film More Gym Videos? 00:00 - Wrapping Up! WARNING ======== The Video has been made available for entertainment and educational purposes only. I do not make any warranties to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the content.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. I hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is, and without warranties.

Can peptide injections cause dangerous reactions? What separates a winning bodybuilding physique from the competition? And how much gear does it take to maintain muscle gains? Interested in bodybuilding or lifestyle coaching? Fill out the form below to request a FREE discovery call and find out if coaching is the right fit for your goals: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.pro.typeform.com/to/kVhpILXi In this video, we discuss headlines surrounding an actor's death and alleged peptide injections, potential allergic reactions to peptides and HGH, and how media coverage can influence public perception. We also break down the Poland Pro, what judges look for in professional bodybuilding, why weaknesses become obvious in a lineup, and the controversy surrounding natural bodybuilding, banned substances, and shoulder development. The conversation dives into performance-enhancing drugs, including injectable Anadrol, guaiacol in steroid preparations, IGF-1 LR3, potential health risks, and the question of how much gear is needed to maintain muscle gains. On the nutrition and training side, we cover carb-only meals, cream of rice, meal timing, post-contest dieting, rheumatoid arthritis, and why constantly cutting can prevent you from building significant muscle. We also explore how to track body weight properly, when to stop cutting or bulking, why building muscle takes patience, and how emotions can influence bodybuilding decisions. Finally, we discuss investing, artificial intelligence, retirement, sleep habits, and balancing fitness with enjoying life. #Bodybuilding #Peptides #MuscleGrowth 📧 For exclusive inside Information, join The Anabolic Mail List: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/email-list 💪TEAM ANABOLIC BODYBUILDING - Members Only Community: https://www.skool.com/teamanabolicbodybuilding/about 🎓THE SCIENCE OF ANABOLICS E-COURSE - Free Preview https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/the-science-of-anabolics-performance-enhancing-drugs 🗺️ Get The Ultimate Cycle Cheat Sheet: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/cheatsheet FOLLOW: 🤘 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulkbarnett/ 🔈 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PKOCKSDh6ZeaLmVoHF60z 🆇 Formerly Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulb3rd 0:00:00 - Intro 0:01:16 - Thoughts On An Actor Dying From “Peptide” Injections 0:08:45 - How Peptides (Including HGH) Can Cause Allergic Reactions 0:15:55 - Why Would The News Frame It A Certain Way? 0:17:29 - There Are A LOT Of Pharmaceutical Ads On TV 0:18:58 - Explaining How Shaun Clarida Won The Poland Pro 0:25:18 - Your Flaws Are Exposed In A Lineup 0:27:15 - Thoughts On Shaun Clarida’s Lats 0:31:14 - Natural Bodybuilding’s Banned Substance List Is Over 300 Substances 0:33:04 - Thoughts On The “Natural” Mens Physique Champion’s Shoulders 0:38:41 - Don’t Inject Your Shoulders! 0:39:55 - Thoughts On Injectable Anadrol Pre-Workout 0:42:24 - Having Guaiacol In Your Gear Is Very Bad 0:44:37 - Can You Have A Carb Only Meal If You Hit Your Other Macros? 0:48:02 - Thoughts On Cream Of Rice & Rice Flour 0:50:00 - What Are The Best Cream Of Rice’s Out There? 0:52:28 - How To Deal With Rheumatoid Arthritis 0:56:56 - Thoughts On A Client That Eats All Their Meals By 1 PM 1:02:23 - Dave’s Post-Contest Diet Strategy 1:03:30 - Thoughts On IGF-1 LR3 On Weak Body Part Days 1:06:53 - What Negative Health Effects Does Anadrol Have? 1:07:51 - Thoughts On Testing Injectable Anadrol 1:08:38 - Thoughts On Running Gear  1:10:36 - How Much Gear Do You Need To Maintain Your Gains? 1:13:17 - Advice For A 21 Year Old Perpetual Cutter 1:19:38 - Putting On Muscle Tissue Takes Time 1:22:34 - How To Properly Track Your Weight 1:24:33 - The Most Noticeable Changes Are At The End Of A Cut 1:25:15 - Differences In How People See You During A Cut Vs. A Bulk 1:26:41 - Emotion Affects A Lot Of People’s Decision Making 1:27:45 - Stock Market Gains Have Been Great + Thoughts On AI 1:30:47 - Thoughts On Retirement 1:31:50 - Some People Can Function On 6 Hours Of Sleep 1:33:48 - Thoughts On Sleeping Less To Experience Life 1:36:41 - Doing Cardio Really Slows Down Time 1:37:54 - Wrapping Up|! WARNING ======== The Video has been made available for entertainment and educational purposes only. I do not make any warranties to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the content.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. I hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is, and without warranties.

Are you training to failure too often, increasing steroid doses too aggressively, or overthinking blood glucose spikes during a bulk? Big Paul breaks down common bodybuilding mistakes that can hold back muscle growth, recovery, and long-term progress. Interested in 1-on-1 physique and lifestyle coaching? Fill out the application below to get a free discovery call, discuss your goals, and see if coaching is the right fit for you. https://zl3h1q0lbmt.pro.typeform.com/to/kVhpILXi In this video, Big Paul shares his experience and practical insights on some of the most debated topics in bodybuilding, including: • Anabolic Steroid Cycles: Increasing doses versus keeping them consistent, managing side effects, and getting the most from your approach. • Training to Failure & Recovery: Why combining high volume, high frequency, and maximum intensity can lead to excessive fatigue and stalled muscle growth. • Blood Glucose During Bulking: Understanding fasting glucose, post-meal spikes, and CGM readings when using HGH, insulin, and carb cycling. • Training Frequency & Muscle Growth: Should smaller muscle groups like biceps and delts be trained more frequently? • Lower Lat Development: Exercise selection, single-arm pulldowns, and technique adjustments for building back width and thickness. • Shoulder Injuries & Muscle Imbalances: Training around limitations, improving mobility, and rebuilding symmetry. • Breaking Muscle Growth Plateaus: Why Big Paul made his best gains between ages 45 and 50, and the mistakes that held him back when he was younger. • Loose Skin After Weight Loss: What to consider before skin removal surgery, realistic recovery expectations, and lessons from his own tummy tuck. From hypertrophy training and nutrition to performance-enhancing drugs and long-term bodybuilding progress, this video explores what actually matters when you're trying to build more muscle without chasing shortcuts. What's been your biggest challenge with muscle growth, training, or recovery? Share your experience in the comments! Subscribe for more videos covering bodybuilding, muscle growth, training, nutrition, and performance enhancement. #Bodybuilding #MuscleGrowth #Hypertrophy #AnabolicBodybuilding 📧 For exclusive inside Information and free articles, join my mailing list: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/email-list Subscribe to my Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCjQmfhe1yyDsRjCVedA5IBA  🎓 Mentorship Group: https://www.skool.com/big-pauls-mentorship/about 📘 The Science of Anabolics E-Course: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/the-science-of-anabolics-performance-enhancing-drugs 🗺️ Get The Ultimate Cycle Cheat Sheet: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/cheatsheet 💪 Team ANABOLIC BODYBUILDING: https://www.skool.com/teamanabolicbodybuilding 💪 For Coaching or Consultations, go to: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ 📧 Contact BigPaul at: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.typeform.com/to/vqzGP4mG SOCIAL MEDIA 🤘 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulkbarnett/ 🔈 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PKOCKSDh6ZeaLmVoHF60z 🆇 Formerly Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulb3rd 🤮 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialanabolicbodybuilding/ 🎬 RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/AnabolicBodybuilding 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anabolic-bodybuilding/ 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 🧪 For Blood Panels: www.UltaLabTests.com/bigpaulmedia 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 00:00 - Intro 00:22 - I’m Working On A Carb Cycling Book! Launching Soon! 02:10 - Pros & Cons Of Gradually Increasing Doses Vs. Keeping Them Constant 07:31 - Symptoms Of CNS Fatigue & How To Prevent It 12:40 - What Fasting Glucose Levels Should You Have Around Training? 19:50 - How To Adjust Training Volume For Smaller Muscle Groups 22:27 - How To Grow Your Lower Lats 28:01 - How To Fix Shoulder Asymmetry Due To Injury 31:00 - How To Work Through Fatigue & Plateaus During An Offseason 38:31 - Considerations Before Having A Tummy Tuck Surgery 43:23 - Wrapping Up! WARNING ======== The Video has been made available for entertainment and educational purposes only. I do not make any warranties to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the content.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. I hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is, and without warranties.

Can you keep muscle and strength gains after Anadrol? Do peptides like BPC-157 and TB-500 actually work? Is training to failure necessary for hypertrophy, or can reps in reserve deliver the same results? Interested in 1-on-1 bodybuilding or lifestyle coaching? Fill out the form below to get a free discovery call and see whether coaching is the right fit for your goals: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.pro.typeform.com/to/kVhpILXi In this video, IFBB Pro Big Paul dives into real-world bodybuilding questions about muscle growth, training intensity, recovery, nutrition, anabolic steroids, and performance-enhancing peptides. We cover: - Training to failure vs. reps in reserve (RIR), progressive overload, and building muscle without unnecessary injury risk. - Which peptides have meaningful effects: HGH, IGF-1, GLP-1s, BPC-157, TB-500, and more. - How to build bigger biceps and triceps without aggravating elbow pain. - Why bulking and aggressive gaining phases can leave you exhausted, and what health markers are worth checking. - Drop sets, rest-pause training, and whether intensity techniques are worth the recovery cost. - Anadrol, temporary strength increases, and the difference between short-term size and lasting muscle growth. - High-carb days, glycogen, and smarter nutrition during a growth phase. - Recovering shoulder symmetry after injury and preserving muscle while cutting. - Push-pull-legs splits, rest days, and how to train smarter after 40 or 50. Whether you're focused on bodybuilding after 40, improving hypertrophy, or understanding the tradeoffs of PED use, this video is about making better long-term decisions, not just lifting heavier. What topic do you want Big Paul to tackle next? Share your question in the comments and subscribe for more training, nutrition, and bodybuilding videos. #Bodybuilding #MuscleGrowth #TrainingAfter40 📧 For exclusive inside Information and free articles, join my mailing list: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/email-list Subscribe to my Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCjQmfhe1yyDsRjCVedA5IBA  🎓 Mentorship Group: https://www.skool.com/big-pauls-mentorship/about 📘 The Science of Anabolics E-Course: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/the-science-of-anabolics-performance-enhancing-drugs 🗺️ Get The Ultimate Cycle Cheat Sheet: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/cheatsheet 💪 Team ANABOLIC BODYBUILDING: https://www.skool.com/teamanabolicbodybuilding 💪 For Coaching or Consultations, go to: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ 📧 Contact BigPaul at: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.typeform.com/to/vqzGP4mG SOCIAL MEDIA 🤘 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulkbarnett/ 🔈 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PKOCKSDh6ZeaLmVoHF60z 🆇 Formerly Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulb3rd 🤮 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialanabolicbodybuilding/ 🎬 RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/AnabolicBodybuilding 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anabolic-bodybuilding/ 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 🧪 For Blood Panels: www.UltaLabTests.com/bigpaulmedia 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 00:00 - Intro 00:23 - Make Sure To Join My Community & Master Mind Group + Strategy For A Beard 02:08 - Difference Between Reps In Reserve Vs. Perceived Reps In Reserve 10:58 - Which Peptides Produce Meaningful Results? 13:48 - How To Grow Arms Without Aggravating Elbow Problems 18:55 - Is Feeling Fatigued Normal During A Gaining Phase? 23:01 - How To Incorporate Drop Sets, Rest-Pause Sets & Assisted Reps In The Offseason 27:80 - Do You Keep Gains After Breaking A Strength Plateau With Anadrol? 31:21 - How Should Someone Run Their High Carb Days? 33:20 - How To Fix Muscle Asymmetry 36:29 - How Hard Is It To Really Lose Muscle During A Cut 40:56 - When Is The Best Time To Place Your Rest Day In A 6-Day Training Split? 44:43 - How Should A Man Over 50 Train To Keep Making Progress? 53:32 - Wrapping Up! WARNING ======== The Video has been made available for entertainment and educational purposes only. I do not make any warranties to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the content.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. I hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is, and without warranties.

Can shorter steroid cycles really build more muscle? How should bodybuilders manage high hematocrit? And what does it take to compete in back-to-back bodybuilding shows? Interested in 1-on-1 physique and lifestyle coaching? Fill out the form below to schedule a FREE discovery call, discuss your goals, and see if coaching is the right fit for you: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.pro.typeform.com/to/kVhpILXi In this video, we dive into competitive bodybuilding, anabolic steroids, PED management, contest preparation, and the health challenges that come with enhanced bodybuilding. We discuss how to manage training, nutrition, and PEDs between competitions, how long to wait between bodybuilding shows, and why the final stages of a cutting phase can leave you feeling terrible. On the anabolic steroid side, we explore whether 6-week cycles are effective for muscle growth, Halotestin and liver health, how androgens may affect the brain, and the decision to downsize instead of continuing to blast. We also take a closer look at elevated hematocrit (HCT), including common causes and symptoms, the potential drawbacks of donating blood, hematocrit rebound, and discussions around pentoxifylline, cardio, hydration, and telmisartan. Other topics include GLP-1 medications and their potential effects on motivation and enjoyment of life (anhedonia), alternatives to GLP-1s, the Olympia's Fit Model division, Masters Olympia, and why bodybuilding fundamentals still matter more than overcomplicating the science. There's also plenty of personal experience, bodybuilding stories, and unfiltered discussion along the way. What are your thoughts on these topics? Share your experiences and questions in the comments! Subscribe for more videos covering bodybuilding, anabolic steroids, muscle growth, contest prep, PEDs, and health optimization. #Bodybuilding #AnabolicSteroids #ContestPrep

How lean should you be before starting an anabolic steroid cycle? Does HGH timing around meals affect blood sugar? And how do you know when hard training has become too much? Interested in 1-on-1 coaching for muscle growth, fat loss, or improving your physique and health? Fill out the application below to request a FREE discovery call and find out if coaching is the right fit for you: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.pro.typeform.com/to/kVhpILXi In this video, Big Paul tackles some of the toughest questions about bodybuilding, TRT, HGH, anabolic steroids, and performance enhancement, focusing on muscle growth, recovery, and long-term health. We cover how lean you should be before starting a cycle, transitioning from fat loss to a lean gaining phase, reverse dieting, and managing estrogen with testosterone, Primobolan, Equipoise, Proviron, and aromatase inhibitors. Paul also discusses recovering from rhabdomyolysis, HGH timing and its effects on blood glucose and insulin resistance, and whether growth hormone can worsen hand numbness and carpal tunnel symptoms. Other topics include injectable Anavar propionate, managing hematocrit, cholesterol, and kidney and liver markers while using PEDs, and maintaining muscle, strength, and training intensity during a cruise or health phase. Finally, we tackle a serious question: Is returning to anabolic steroids worth the cardiovascular risk after three heart attacks, even when your latest bloodwork and heart tests look good? Whether you're focused on building muscle, optimizing TRT, improving body composition, or understanding the health risks of performance-enhancing drugs, this video covers important considerations for making more informed decisions. Have a question or a topic you'd like covered in a future video? Drop it in the comments! #Bodybuilding #AnabolicSteroids #TRT #HGH #MuscleGrowth 📧 For exclusive inside Information and free articles, join my mailing list: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/email-list Subscribe to my Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCjQmfhe1yyDsRjCVedA5IBA  🎓 Mentorship Group: https://www.skool.com/big-pauls-mentorship/about 📘 The Science of Anabolics E-Course: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/the-science-of-anabolics-performance-enhancing-drugs 🗺️ Get The Ultimate Cycle Cheat Sheet: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/cheatsheet 💪 Team ANABOLIC BODYBUILDING: https://www.skool.com/teamanabolicbodybuilding 💪 For Coaching or Consultations, go to: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ 📧 Contact BigPaul at: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.typeform.com/to/vqzGP4mG SOCIAL MEDIA 🤘 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulkbarnett/ 🔈 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PKOCKSDh6ZeaLmVoHF60z 🆇 Formerly Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulb3rd 🤮 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialanabolicbodybuilding/ 🎬 RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/AnabolicBodybuilding 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anabolic-bodybuilding/ 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 🧪 For Blood Panels: www.UltaLabTests.com/bigpaulmedia 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Quick Correction From The Previous Q&A 01:41 - How To Determine If Someone’s Ready For A Cycle 04:48 - Comparing AIs Vs. Primo Vs. EQ 07:56 - How To Manage Training Finishing A Cut To Prevent Rhabdo & Muscle Loss 11:59 - Can Proviron Help Control Estrogen? 16:27 - Does GH Need To Be Taken Fasted? 22:12 - Thoughts On “Anavar Propionate” 25:17 - How To Manage Hematocrit, LDL & Creatinine While On Gear 31:47 - How To Differentiate GH-Related Nerve Compression Vs. An Injury 35:13 - How To Determine If Someone Can Transition From A Cut To A Surplus 38:17 - Does Aromatization Increase Proportionally With Test Dose? 40:45 - How To Adjust Training & Diet During A Cruise 44:11 - Is Normal Heart Health Assurance To Use Gear Again After 3 Heart Attacks? 50:53 - Wrapping Up! WARNING ======== The Video has been made available for entertainment and educational purposes only. I do not make any warranties to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the content.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. I hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is, and without warranties.

Does taking Anavar sublingually actually reduce liver toxicity? Can electrolytes and hydration lower high hematocrit on testosterone? And how much muscle can you realistically gain during a bulk? Interested in 1-on-1 bodybuilding, physique, or lifestyle coaching? Fill out the application below to schedule a free discovery call and see if coaching is the right fit for you: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.pro.typeform.com/to/kVhpILXi In this video, Big Paul breaks down some of the most debated topics in bodybuilding, anabolic steroids, hormone management, muscle growth, and performance enhancement. We explore whether sublingual Anavar is easier on the liver, aromatase inhibitors vs. Primobolan and Equipoise for estrogen management, and why growth hormone (GH) doesn't automatically require insulin. We also examine elevated hematocrit on testosterone, red blood cell production, hydration, electrolytes, and strategies for managing bloodwork. On the nutrition and training side, we discuss carb cycling, dietary fat intake during cutting and bulking phases, realistic muscle gain expectations for natural and enhanced lifters, and how to minimize unnecessary fat gain. Other topics include testosterone-related acne, the psychological side effects of Trenbolone and Nandrolone, and whether FLGR242 and myostatin inhibitors actually deliver on their muscle-building claims. Finally, we examine Nick Walker's improved waist appearance, the benefits of vacuum training, weighted ab exercises, and how to bring up lagging muscle groups while improving overall physique balance. Whether you're a natural bodybuilder, on TRT, or interested in understanding performance-enhancing drugs, this video offers practical insights into building muscle, improving body composition, and managing health risks. Subscribe for more bodybuilding education, and share your thoughts in the comments! #Bodybuilding #AnabolicSteroids #MuscleGrowth 📧 For exclusive inside Information and free articles, join my mailing list: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/email-list Subscribe to my Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCjQmfhe1yyDsRjCVedA5IBA  🎓 Mentorship Group: https://www.skool.com/big-pauls-mentorship/about 📘 The Science of Anabolics E-Course: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/the-science-of-anabolics-performance-enhancing-drugs 🗺️ Get The Ultimate Cycle Cheat Sheet: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/cheatsheet 💪 Team ANABOLIC BODYBUILDING: https://www.skool.com/teamanabolicbodybuilding 💪 For Coaching or Consultations, go to: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ 📧 Contact BigPaul at: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.typeform.com/to/vqzGP4mG SOCIAL MEDIA 🤘 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulkbarnett/ 🔈 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PKOCKSDh6ZeaLmVoHF60z 🆇 Formerly Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulb3rd 🤮 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialanabolicbodybuilding/ 🎬 RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/AnabolicBodybuilding 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anabolic-bodybuilding/ 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 🧪 For Blood Panels: www.UltaLabTests.com/bigpaulmedia 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Make Sure To Join My Community 01:08 - Is There Evidence Sublingual Orals Reduce Liver Toxicity? 04:49 - Why Are AIs Sometimes Frowned Upon In Bodybuilding? 08:03 - Is There A GH Dose Where Insulin Is Needed? 12:38 - How Does Consuming Electrolytes Keep Hematocrit Below 51? 17:49 - How To Manage Low-Day Macros 21:52 - How To Reduce Acne From Testosterone 24:19 - How To Manage Mental Side-Effects From 19-Nors 29:16 - Thoughts On FLGR-242 (Myostatin Inhibitor) 33:39 - How Did Nick Have A Tighter Midsection At The Olympia? 36:22 - Thoughts On Dealing With Strong Vs. Week Body Parts 38:31 - How Much Weight Should You Gain Weekly During A Bulk? 43:42 - How To Control Hematocrit 47:40 - Should You Train Abs Year-Round? 50:31 - Wrapping Up! WARNING ======== The Video has been made available for entertainment and educational purposes only. I do not make any warranties to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the content.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. I hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is, and without warranties.

After a month away, Big Paul is back to break down the 2026 Mr. Olympia, Nick Walker’s win, Samson Dauda, bodybuilding injuries, steroid cycles, contest prep, and how to maximize muscle growth. Interested in bodybuilding coaching? Fill out this form for a FREE discovery call to see if coaching is the right fit for you: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.pro.typeform.com/to/kVhpILXi Big Paul shares his thoughts on why Nick Walker gets so much criticism and what the Olympia judges wanted. He gives updates on his cycle and shoulder recovery, with discussions on tendon injuries, cortisone injections, testosterone, Masteron, Deca, gynecomastia, injectable Anavar, and PMMA. The group discusses the realities of bodybuilding prep, peak week adjustments, and the challenges of competing. They also cover productive offseasons, structuring a two-year growth phase, avoiding overtraining, and the importance of communication with your bodybuilding coach. What did you think of Nick Walker’s 2026 Olympia win? Share your thoughts below, and like and subscribe for more bodybuilding content! #Bodybuilding #MrOlympia2026 #NickWalker 📧 For exclusive inside Information, join The Anabolic Mail List: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/email-list 💪TEAM ANABOLIC BODYBUILDING - Members Only Community: https://www.skool.com/teamanabolicbodybuilding/about 🎓THE SCIENCE OF ANABOLICS E-COURSE - Free Preview https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/the-science-of-anabolics-performance-enhancing-drugs 🗺️ Get The Ultimate Cycle Cheat Sheet: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/cheatsheet FOLLOW: 🤘 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulkbarnett/ 🔈 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PKOCKSDh6ZeaLmVoHF60z 🆇 Formerly Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulb3rd 0:00:00 - Intro 0:01:15 - A Lot Has Happened Since The Last Livestream 0:01:46 - Thoughts On The 2026 Mr. Olympia 0:05:13 - Why Do People Complain About Nick Walker’s Physique? 0:07:09 - Samson Dauda Has A Strong Fanbase 0:08:14 - Nick Did Exactly What The Judges Asked For & Won 0:12:33 - Nick Living With His Parents & Taking Care Of Them Is A Virtue 0:14:52 - Haters Are Only Projecting 0:15:56 - There’s Injectable Oxandrolone Propionate? 0:17:52 - Thoughts On PMMA Site Enhancement 0:20:04 - Big Paul Loves Football 0:21:29 - Philly Football Fans Are The Worst 0:26:10 - Updates On Paul’s Cycle & Shoulder 0:28:19 - Strength Increases At The End Of Prep & On TRT? 0:29:39 - Post-Shoulder Surgery Looks Better Than The Healthy One? 0:31:26 - How To Know If You Have Tendon Or Muscle Issues 0:33:05 - How To Manage Pain & Healing With Cortisone Injections 0:34:20 - Why Do Repaired Muscles Look Better Post-Surgery? 0:35:52 - The New Bodybuilding Fans Don’t Look Like They Lift 0:37:47 - Stories On Wrong Number Calls 0:39:37 - Thoughts On A Test, Mast & Deca Cycle 0:43:42 - How Does Masteron Help Shrink Gyno? 0:45:28 - Joel Just Competed – Thoughts On His Prep Experience 0:47:31 - Joel Discusses His Peak Week 0:49:54 - Thoughts On Roman Fritz 0:50:50 - What’s Your Biggest Difficulty? 0:52:09 - Thoughts On Living With A Pro Bodybuilder & A Normie 0:54:20 - Paul Is A Victim Of Pushing Too Hard – Living With A Ruptured ACL 0:55:40 - Thoughts On Football Players Playing With Injuries 0:57:40 - How Did Marv Get Injured During His Prep? 0:58:35 - Pain & Injuries Are Multi-Factorial 1:00:12 - Importance Of Treating Yourself As A Client & Not Going Too Hard 1:08:01 - Most People Can’t Progress With A 2 Year Offseason 1:13:52 - Paul Explains How To Make The Best Progress 1:16:04 - How Dave Would Structure A 2 Year Growth Phase 1:17:57 - Looking Through Joel’s First Show Pics 1:20:09 - Joel’s Thoughts On How He Felt After Competing 1:23:38 - How Was Joel’s Experience Competing? 1:25:48 - Peak Weeks Don’t Always Follow A Plan 1:28:05 - What Does Paul Like The Most In Coaching Bodybuilders? 1:31:21 - Importance Of Having A Coach From The Beginning Of An Offseason 1:36:17 - You Need To Have Good Communication With Your Coach 1:37:26 - Will Paul Go To Maryland’s Night Of Champions? 1:38:09 - Wrapping Up! WARNING ======== The Video has been made available for entertainment and educational purposes only. I do not make any warranties to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the content.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. I hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is, and without warranties.

Can you still build bigger arms after 60? How do you manage rising blood pressure during a lean bulk? And does taking HGH daily versus every other day actually make a difference? In this video, Paul dives into these questions and more, covering muscle growth, bodybuilding, anabolic steroids, hormone optimization, and smarter training strategies. Interested in personalized coaching? Fill out the form below to schedule a FREE discovery call and find out if coaching is the right fit for you and your goals! https://zl3h1q0lbmt.pro.typeform.com/to/kVhpILXi We explore the importance of changing your beliefs when new scientific evidence emerges, considerations surrounding cutting cycles with testosterone, Primobolan (Primo), and Anavar, and when to resume normal training after discontinuing Winstrol. Paul also discusses electrolyte management through the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS), potential anabolic pathways beyond traditional approaches, HGH dosing frequency, and the role of HCG beyond fertility. On the training and nutrition side, we cover strategies for building bigger arms after age 60, managing blood pressure while lean bulking, and adjusting your calorie surplus when body fat starts increasing too quickly. You'll also learn what to look for when evaluating a bodybuilding coach, how to recognize whether a coach is worth hiring, and Paul's perspective on the annual January influx of new gym members. Whether you're focused on hypertrophy, building muscle after 40 or 60, optimizing your bodybuilding training, or better understanding performance-enhancing drugs and their health implications, this video offers practical insights to help you make more informed decisions. Drop your thoughts and questions in the comments, and subscribe for more evidence-based bodybuilding, training, nutrition, and performance-enhancement discussions! #Bodybuilding #MuscleGrowth #BodybuildingScience 📧 For exclusive inside Information and free articles, join my mailing list: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/email-list Subscribe to my Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCjQmfhe1yyDsRjCVedA5IBA  🎓 Mentorship Group: https://www.skool.com/big-pauls-mentorship/about 📘 The Science of Anabolics E-Course: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/the-science-of-anabolics-performance-enhancing-drugs 🗺️ Get The Ultimate Cycle Cheat Sheet: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/cheatsheet 💪 Team ANABOLIC BODYBUILDING: https://www.skool.com/teamanabolicbodybuilding 💪 For Coaching or Consultations, go to: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ 📧 Contact BigPaul at: https://zl3h1q0lbmt.typeform.com/to/vqzGP4mG SOCIAL MEDIA 🤘 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulkbarnett/ 🔈 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PKOCKSDh6ZeaLmVoHF60z 🆇 Formerly Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulb3rd 🤮 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialanabolicbodybuilding/ 🎬 RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/AnabolicBodybuilding 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anabolic-bodybuilding/ 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 🧪 For Blood Panels: www.UltaLabTests.com/bigpaulmedia 📘 E-Books: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/ebooks 💪 FREE Training Programs: https://www.anabolicbodybuilding.com/free_stuff 00:00 - Intro 00:26 - Changing Your Stance When There’s New Evidence Is A Sign Of Intelligence 04:06 - Thoughts On A Second Cutting Cycle Of 400 Test, 300 Primo & Anavar 07:58 - How To Manage Electrolyte Intake Based On The RAAS 17:07 - When Can You Train Normally After Dropping Winstrol? 19:43 - Are There Additional Anabolic Pathways Worth Pursuing? 26:56 - Thoughts On HGH Daily Vs. Double The Dose EOD 29:47 - How To Manage Rising Blood Pressure During A Lean Bulk 33:41 - How To Grow Your Arms For Guys Over 60 39:17 - Does HCG Have Other Function Other Than Fertility? 41:06 - How To Adjust A Bulk If Fat Gain Starts Increasing 46:16 - How Can You Evaluate A Coach Before Hiring Them? 1:00:46 - How Does Paul Handle January’s Influx Of Gym Newcomers? 1:06:39 - Wrapping Up! WARNING ======== The Video has been made available for entertainment and educational purposes only. I do not make any warranties to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the content.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. I hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the content, which is provided as is, and without warranties.