Steroid courses for power athletes nearly always are based on testosterone, which is so universal that the entire cycle can be built on testosterone solo. This is the choice of most lifters, who get ready for competitions taking testosterone only. Other anabolic drugs are administered as and when necessary (often at the end of the course) and are always combined with testosterone.

Cycles for professional athletes are characterized by extremely high testosterone dosages (more than 1000 mg per week), as well as the addition of highly androgenic drugs such as anapolon and halotestin. Most authors consider winstrol and oxandrolone solo courses to be optimal choice for beginning athletes, as they are safer and more effective. More professional athletes include short testosterone esters into the cycle.

Classic power-enhancing course

Week Testosterone Propionate Winstrol (tablets) Tamoxifen
1 50 mg/every other day 10 mg/per day -
2 50 mg/every other day 20 mg/per day -
3 50 mg/every other day 20 mg/per day -
4 50 mg/every other day 20 mg/per day -
5 50 mg/every other day 20 mg/per day -
6 50 mg/every other day 20 mg/per day -
7 - - 20 mg
8 - - 20 mg
9 - - 10 mg

 

In fact, this scheme works best for obtaining relief (during the cutting phase). There is low risk of gynecomastia (as a result of testosterone aromatization), however, estrogens contribute to better power performance. Propionate allegedly aromatizes less than long esters. To be on the safe side, one can take low doses of aromatase inhibitors during a 6-week course of testosterone. Aromatase inhibitors should be administered after checking estradiol level.

For the safety purpose, it is preferable to take anavar instead of winstrol (40 mg daily).

Tamoxifen-based post-cycle therapy starts in 3-4 days.

If the course aims not only at the strength gain, but also at the cut-muscle mass gain, one can opt for the following cycle which is commonly used:

 

Week Methandrostenolone Testosterone Enanthate Anastrozole Gonadotropin  Testosterone Propionate Winstrol (tablets) Tamoxifen
1 20 mg/per day 500 mg/per week - - - - -
2 20 mg/per day 500 mg/per week 0,5 mg/every other day - - - -
3 20 mg/per day 500 mg/per week 0,5 mg/every other day - - - -
4 20 mg/per day 500 mg/per week 0,5 mg/every other day - - - -
5 20 mg/per day 500 mg/per week 0,5 mg/every other day - - - -
6 20 mg/per day 500 mg/per week 0,5 mg/every other day 250 МЕ/twice a week - - -
7 - - 0,5 mg/every other day 250 МЕ/twice a week 100 mg/every other day 20 mg -
8 - - 0,5 mg/every other day 250 МЕ/twice a week 100 mg/every other day 20 mg -
9 - - 0,5 mg/every other day 250 МЕ/twice a week 100 mg/every other day 20 mg -
10 - - 0,5 mg/every other day 250 МЕ/twice a week 100 mg/every other day 20 mg -
11 - - - - - - 40 mg
12 - - - - - - 20 mg
13 - - - - - - 10 mg

 

Combination of methandrostenolone and testosterone significantly enhances power performance. Methandrostenolone can be replaced by turinabol (30 mg/per day).

In this course, it is advisable to take aromatase inhibitors (anastrozole or equivalents) to prevent gynecomastia and fluid retention (before starting taking aromatase inhibitors estrogens level should be checked). Gonadotropin is used for testicular atrophy prevention, since the course lasts for more than 6 weeks.

The course ending with propionate and winstrol has an optimum effect on power performance and muscle dryness. Tamoxifen-based post-cycle therapy starts in 3-4 days. It is also recommended to take hepatoprotectors to recover the liver.

Most effective combinations and drugs

Most athletes claim that the best effect is achieved by taking the following drugs:

  • Halotestin causes slight mass gain, but considerably enhances power performance and burns fat. In most cases there are short-term courses lasting for 3-4 weeks. Toxicity to the liver is observed, especially in case of high dosages.
  • Anapolon is another drug which is popular in power sports. It causes a noticeable increase in weight.
  • One of the most effective and popular combinations is the one of testosterone (propionate, enanthate, cypionate or sustanon) and trenbolone (or nandrolone) in high dosages up to 600 mg/per week. To prevent Deca Dick cabergoline can be applied. Testosterone+trenbolone+nandrolone combination is commonly used. To achieve an optimum effect (at the end with the long esters and during the entire cycle with the short ones) it is advisable to add winstrol or anavar. Most athletes recommend taking short esters (testosterone propionate and trenbolone acetate).