"They're making the frogs gay." - Alex Jones

This 72 hour effect he is talking about happened to me after my injection. I had spent the past 15 with low T, dragging ass, depressed, emotional, low energy. 15 tragic years wasted. Towards the end, I thought i was going to have to become homeless because I didn't have the energy to go to work. In an effort to save myself, I would try the testosterone. Within 3 hours of that first shot, I lit up like a damn christmas tree. I was looking at the world like I had just been born and I was 48. It lasted about 3 days until my next shot. The subsequent shots weren't as dramatic. I asked my doctor about this 72 hour thing and he didn't know what I was talking about. He said, I shouldn't feel anything for 4 weeks. Mark is the first guy, I've heard mention it.

Went to my Dr and told him I had low T symptoms at the age of 37, he said the famous “You’re fine” 6 months later he asked if I’ve ever had my Testosterone checked🤷🏻‍♂️🙄. He sent me and I had a Free Test of 1. Turns out I have a Pituitary Gland tumor that shut my system down . He put me on TRT and now at 42 I feel better than ever.

I listen to Rip. I read the book. I gained weight. I bought the shoes. And now I am on testosterone replacement therapy. Went to a great clinic near my house and it was low even for me being 59. Taking 80mg of testosterone every 4 days for 2 months. Feeling better and it's helping in the gym too.

I’m 54 yr old male. Started training NLP and hit the wall. Checked T and yup, too low. Started TRT and got my psychological “edge” back as well as training numbers going back up. Everyone around me thinks I am crazy for training with barbells and utilizing TRT therapy. What they don’t understand is how much better they would feel and perform on the other side of NLP. Thanks to Rip and Starting Strength I am looking forward to the next 30 years instead of dreading the decline. Thanks for the Friday podcasts.

Now, I’m not sad in any way, but I’m terribly depressed. This may be what I need. Thank you for this

This was one of your best episodes Mark. This answered so many questions. Nice job.

"How to optimize testosterone." Inject it.

As a 67 year old lifter I greatly appreciate the information

I've been on TRT and I will give you the best description on how it feels that I've ever heard: It makes effort feel good! Not just gym effort; any effort! Haven't read a book in awhile? You'll read one. Haven't called your mom like you know you should? You'll want to call her. Been going out to dinner because you don't feel like shopping and cooking? You'll go to the store and cook a meal. Dragging your ass in the gym and leaving early? You'll push and enjoy it! Got a garage project lagging? You'll get it done. It's not like coffee or stimulants; it doesn't work that same way. It just influences the way you view the world in front of you and your desire to engage in it.

Thankyou Mark the voice of truth I was bodybuilding for years but have moved to your way of thinking as a result of The vulnerabilities that bodybuilding left me with I really like this kinetic chain way of thinking

Great video! Lifting is my cure for depression & stress.

Just got check…156. My GP is awesome and she is helping me plan my TRT through her office!

Thanks Jay, Rip. Interesting topic.

This is a superb podcast, thank you.

From time to time I forget that behind those beady eyes, underneath that pink skin sits a very intelligent mind.

TOP SHELF EPISODE. Thank you for this info and I'd love to see more science heavy topics like this. Thank you pink lobster claw man, for who you are and all that you do!

amazing info!! thank you guys!!

I'm on trt and it's changed my life for the better. I got told I was "in range" and didn't need to do anything about this yet I had all the symptoms of low testosterone. Thankfully I wasn't silly enough to just do nothing and eventually I found a clinic that helps me

I did a cycle of test prop once and next thing I knew I was literally posting stuff on FB (when I was on there) about sentimentality being a big lie only for the weak, etc. Fear was also a big lie and the greatest enemy mankind had. I was never ever taught any of that and it just seemed to come out of nowhere. And although the crap work out program I was using didn't make very good use of that cycle, I'm glad I did it for what it made me realize about myself.

Very informative, thanks!

Good one ..jay is a specialist in this space ✅✅

Had my T levels checked as well by my GP. He said the same thing: "As long as it is in the reference range, it is OK". So ridiculous! Especially if you are in the low end AND you have symptoms...

At 45 (and with 3 kids, so no more knocking up!) I’m on TRT and have been for nearly 2 years. Increased energy, clarity of thought and motivation have been the main benefits for me. I disagree with their assessment of gel, it has worked well for me. That and nearly 5 months on NLP has boosted my physical and psychological well-being no end.

I don’t see the link to the different docs?

Great stuff. I learned a lot 👍

Pro tip: Higher levels of testosterone creates hair on the face. By giving kids testosterone, you can save on heating costs and help them look good at the same time.

Ordering the book today

Rippetoe may be correct here, but the bottom line is that doctors still give out the prescriptions, so the big challenge is finding a knowledgeable doctor.

I know this is an old video but anyone had any success with back pain improving with trt ?

My BP did become elevated but improved after adjusting dosage and frequency.

I have had 6 month pellet for 5 years no issue like this. Bottom line is get a proper practice group and not just anyone. I started on sub Q inj then found the pellets more convenient . Insertions are easy, heal fast labs every 2 months. Biggest issue was settling on a right AI dose frequency which is related to your aromatizing. Over the 5 years I lost body fat and that aromatizing rate eased up. The pellet does peak at T0 and slowly taper, but with frequent labs you can get 3 data points and docs can adjust dose or bring your implant time up. Frequent labs allow you to assess estradiol and need (if at all ) for Arimidex. Used to be estradiol was seen as a threshold level that you keep it under, however its more understood now as a ratio to Test (16:1 ) I think. The E2 is essential to your mental fxn and sex drive so its important NOT to crash it when on exogenous Test.. I am not saying its the answer for ALL, but with the right practice its not as bad as it sounds. I have the advantage of being a pharmacist so I pretty much interpret my own labs and take point in my care. Having to not deal with needles, and frequent injections (especially when travelling)was such a win. I get implant once and forget about it, except for AI refills. Research your clinics..get MD run ones and ask about whats included. I think I pay ~1600 q 6 months for an implant, 3 labs, with consults and AI refills. If you are an otherwise healthy active guy, the pellets will heal fast and your aromatization and pellet release will be predictable. I have found its NOT as easy for guys who dont watch the calories,drink alot, lose sleep and dont push the workouts. The next thing I am curious about his Clomid qd. There are some studies out that demonstrate its effectiveness over long term with very little side effect. And since it works WITH your pituitary axis/feedback..aromatization due to very high Test doses does not occur. And your fertility stays=), Anyway- TRT is not talked about in our community..and it has improved my life significantly. Its a shame its still frowned upon

1:09:38 Figuring out dosage (generally 175-250mg a week)

I was told several things about why I can't get trt. But they freely gave it to my brother who is 14 years younger and a former convict. I've had to go to other sources for this

Does anyone knows how much the 10ml vial test cypionate is good for regardless of what it says in the vial?

56 with low T (287) even after dieting and exercise (6'1" 190lbs) with all the low T symptoms and my GP doctor refused TRT saying it causes prostate cancer

The "Map of Consciousness" proudly displayed in the background sets the tone for the scientific rigor of this conversation.

It's the TRT that made Rip's beard turn gray!

You are so right I am. 56 male I currently on 20 mg of Lexpro and 100mg of Sttratter and 75 mg of Wellbutrin I going to try TRT thank you for your channel

Out of curiosity how would you go about treating a young man particularly in their twenties early twenties with a chronic low testosterone

My worry is what if you start it but then the supply dries up. Then you'd be really fucked. Your natural test would be even lower than it was to start with right?

“Frydee”

A friend of ours who is stationed at fort Bragg said the reference range set by the military is 200. So the military isn't going to do anything about low T.

I needed to watch this video! I’ve recently been diagnosed with low T. I haven’t started treatment yet. It’s being shipped to me. After watching this video, I think I need to see a different Dr.

Rip has an expert on Then talks the entire time

Halfway through the video, but what I don't understand is what do you replace the reference range with? If it is so far off, what is the measuring stick for "proper" supplementation?

My father is 60. He is depressed on SSRI and desperately needs testosterone. He also has BPH, had light ischemic attack 2 years ago and has issues with cholesterol. I wanna start him on TRT to give him a some more happy years in his life, because now he doesnt enjoy living at all. The problem is there are no doctors in my country who understand how to do TRT. I have a good knowledge how to do it properly, but Im not doctor. Yes, we can consult some physicians online but Im affraid because of his health conditions. What would you advise me to do?

Is “agency” another appropriate term to use over “aggression”?

I am trying to download the PDF and it is asking for payment of $15 USD.

Great to see someone calling out the bullshit reference range . . . subscribed.

One of better episodes. Glad you made it. Sadly some of us EU citizens can choose Androgel or Sustanon every 12 weeks. Better then nothing, for sure, but FAR from great. On the upside it is covered by insurance.

very much looking forward to the podcast about psa

Does anyone know of a good Dr in Arizona, or a good clinic? Having a hard time finding a qualified competent TRT doc.

I'm 26 and first blood test told me my testosterone was 219. Getting my second blood test tomorrow but sick of feeling like shit all the time.

Being on TRT myself, microdosing subcutaneously every day is definitely effective.

Fabulous conversation. Thank you so much, the pair of you. But two major issues not addressed: 1. (around 33:00 ) if so many of us are suffering from modern living, sedentary lifestyle, not enough lifting heavy weights, too much oestrogen in our drinking water, phyto-oestrogens in our food, blue light, obesity etc. - why not fix those things and the T with it? 2. I have heard that once you start the supplementation, your body's ability to produce its own T atrophies and cannot be resuscitated. So, if someone is on it for a year, then can no longer afford it or loses interest, or if the supply of T is disrupted - are they trapped into very low T for the rest of a miserable life?

If I didn't adore Rip before I damn sure do now that he's mentioned the pussification of people. Because damn, yeah, pussification is exactly what it has been.

At 1:13:03. Is, "vibrant" the word you're looking for in lieu of aggression. Like when my dog walks up and he's feeling good he wags his tail.

I have to pay out of pocket for my hrt because my dr and urologist happen to be idiots. But feel great after 12 weeks so far. I had free test of 5.6

I worked in the waste water field for awhile and it’s true about women’s birth control polluting the water, same with coffee.

One other group that is seeing huge benefits from TRT is veterans (with and without TBIs, but *especially* those with TBIs). If you’re a vet, you owe it to yourself and your family to spend the money to at least get bloodwork and see where you’re at. If your T and Free T levels are out of whack (and they probably are), find a reputable company and get yourself squared away. PS: The VA is useless for TRT and Rip’s point at the end about doing this stuff independently is fantastic advice that I hadn’t previously considered.

I'd really love to hear Campbell and Georgie Dinkov debate on estrogen and aromatisation, very different perspectives

My gastro prescribed Creon,which is a replacement for pancreatic function. The bottle on the medication reads continued use leads to decreased pancreatic function.Why are doctors so against test replacement ,yet prescribe every other hormonal replacement?

Lets be honest. Testosterone is maybe the only solution if you want to add weight to the bar but you are over 45 with a stressful job and life , and with sleep issues

Question if on trt and your esterdiol increases to an above normal value than wouldn’t taking a small dose of an ai like anastrozole be beneficial?

What are my options if my doctor won’t prescribe a higher dose of T to get to my optimal dose? My urologist is great and she is slowly bringing up my dose but I’m concerned that once I get into the “reference level” , if it’s not my optimal dose, it may be difficult to convince her to continue to increase the dose. Currently, I’m injecting 75mg subcutaneously once per week. She will be retesting my levels and two more weeks.

When Mark was talking about TRT clinics “running up the bill,” I get what he’s saying, but it begs the question that what if your Pregnenolone and/or DHEA levels are low? What if your blood work shows you have thyroid issues or metabolic syndrome? There are things that Testosterone alone cannot fix. Although I agree it is at the top.

Can someone please take all the videos regarding this subject and put them in a separate folder on the payed website? It would help a lot to stop searching on the web and KZfaq.

Is sesame seed oil a good Carrier?

Listening to this in the car… the dude Mark is interviewing sounds like Pat Macafee

Rip, what ya think about Natasha AUGHEY?

What does Rip think of the "guaranteed shredded" poster on the wall behind Jay? He's showing great self-restraint not commenting on those abs.

6:33 "I haven't had "blue steel" in a number of years" I looked up blue steel, and the entire internet is telling me that it's a modeling move from Zoolander. 🤷‍♂️

Can TRT cause Hair Loss?

What about the increased risk of prostate cancer

I have been lifting for about year. Im obsessed with the gym. I got good results. I have not focused on strength tho so not very strong. 100kg squat for reps and 80kg bench for reps, deadlift 125kg for reps. My question is should I still do novice program and use little bit ligther loads and see if I can Milk some More linear progress that way? I have seen programs that say that you should lift fairly light when starting. I never did that. Never been on program, always learned on my own and did what I thought was right. I have been lifting to failure a lot. Like rpe 9 on almost all the time I lift. To increased strength should I use lower rpe to start with?

Just go off the phone with my doctor,my Testosterone was 254 when I 1st started seeing him he put me on 100 mg of test cyp every 2 weeks my lab results just came in After 2 and a 1/2 months now there 133 He's making me wait another month and wants me to do an injection the day before blood work... Tell me if this is crazy or not... Do I need to start looking for another doctor?

I don't know why I'm even watching this at 21yrs and in the 700's ng/dl.

Can you do a clip-it on TRT Costs and how to save money?

I'm 47 years old, ask my doctor to give me a Testosterone test because I wasn't feeling normal.. she said it came back super low so went to the endocriologist For a another test it was 254 he gave me a load up shot of 200 mg and now I'm on 100 mg every 2 weeks is this too little or should I just give it time.. It's only been 3 and a 1/2 weeks

How many sets of testosterone should I do, Rip?

And what do people in europe do my dad could really need this help But great video as always

Be careful since the prostrate throbes on T. In older men this can increase the risk of cancer growth. Not to mention it can increase the size of the prostrate.

Have him back on the show!

I love Fridee

Maybe it was too early but I was in my early twenties and had a level of 338 and was told I was good despite the fact that I was experiencing many of these symptoms

I love how Mark injects little references to current events within the show. It's very amusing. "It's just like talking to Democrats. They ACCUSE us what they're actually guilty of."

1:12:00 Optimal T levels

If frequency matters and more frequency is better, then how are pellets "absolutely horrible"?

Before I fired my urologist and got a sports medicine doc to manage my HRT, The urologist's Nurse Practitioner stated she wouldn't do this and wouldn't do that and that taking T was like throwing fuel on the fire. I've heard that over and over again from these people throwing fuel on the fire. I replied You're talking about my man juice that I've had all my life and I do not have prostate cancer and I do not have problems with my prostate. So where's the fire? Stop yelling fire in a theater! They get indignant. They got fired.

GP PPO doctors just don't want to say they don't know... it seems to be something they teach them in med school. "you have to act and talk like you know EVERYTHING or the patient will not respect you or will doubt what you tell them to do...." Something like that. I have a 19 year old nephew (2 years into med school) who USED TO BE a super pleasant boy/man, then he got into med school and now he is insufferable, he knows everything... So I stopped dealing with him. We both lose, his mom is super proud though!! LOL

The information you gave about insurance and TOT was wrong. If you follow a couple things first. I know both Medicare and Medicaid will cover it. I'm disabled and have both. I'm currently on 120 a week for about three years paid.

"The pussification of popular culture with respect to male behaviour"....😂😂. Brilliant you tell 'em RIP 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Rip is way smarter than he looks

Let's gooooooooo

Only managed to get 14 min in. This was a monologue not a interview

I always hear these smart guys saying u don't want to use an AI bc all of the benefits of e2, but there has to be a limit. How high is too high? Mine shoots up to over 100 on only 125mgs a week

They erred in not addressing the real concern that the body reacts to exogenous testosterone (supplements) by cutting back its natural (endogenous) testosterone production. TRT is a last resort after lifestyle factors (nutrition, sleep, resistance training, sex) have been optimized over several months without satisfactory results. Unfortunately, but not surprisingly, Rip’s guest did not promote non pharmaceutical interventions, such as a program of heavy lifting, as a prerequisite to TRT.

What is a good doctor/clinic in the Denver Colorado area?

Doesn't TRT raise Hemocratic level?