TRT

[BadDogPSD]

Anyone used Pellets instead of Injections for TRT? I like that they are bio-identical to your normal body created test, instead of synthetic like injections...also last 4-6 months. Nurse practitioner im working with is suggesting i go that route instead of injections for where Im at with my blood etc. But ultimately its up to me which one i go with. Just figured id see if anyone on here has used them vs injections and has an opinion.

My doc said the pellets were for guys that couldn't/wouldn't handle the injections, that injections were superior.

 

[mntnguide]

My doc said the pellets were for guys that couldn't/wouldn't handle the injections, that injections were superior.

Why are they superior? Thats my questioning...Ive done them before. I have no issues with needles. But the pellets are more steady release where you dont get the high/lows that can occur between injections along with being bio-identical so they adhere to your naturally released hormones whereas injections are synthetic and do not. Im not looking to "juice" up, I lift 5 days a week and am strong and healthy, Im looking to get my levels back to normal range and feel better overall with consistency.

 

[ManyBullets]

Why are they superior? Thats my questioning...Ive done them before. I have no issues with needles. But the pellets are more steady release where you dont get the high/lows that can occur between injections along with being bio-identical so they adhere to your naturally released hormones whereas injections are synthetic and do not. Im not looking to "juice" up, I lift 5 days a week and am strong and healthy, Im looking to get my levels back to normal range and feel better overall with consistency.

One of my buddies is on the pellets. He said he went from sub 300 to 1000 range and dropped 20 pounds pretty quick without any major lifestyle changes. No issues but he said they wear off a little faster than 6 months. He said he just did pellets for convenience vs having to pin regularly. Overall he sounded happy with them.

 

[Mike Islander]

Are you riding moto at vet pro level or just single tracking?

YZ250. Fast single track, 20 - 50 miles (1-2 hours). Lots of whoop-de-dos, so hundreds (thousands?) of mini-squats per ride. Peak heart rate 185. 155-165 average. Top 10 on my local trail systems. I'm a fast local on my own trails, away from home maybe a fast C or slow B rider. No tracks. Never did MX.

 

[Titan_Bow]

I'll be 51 in March, I have seriously considered it, but have been apprehensive due to the idea of replacing my bodies own natural production. I have been doing 2 workouts a day during the work-week (1 weight training workout and 1 cardio workout), eating clean, no alcohol. I had a full bloodwork panel back in October and T was in the mid 500s. The doctor I was working with suggested supplements - Tongak Ali, Maca, Zinc, boron, Dim 200, magnesium, L-Citrulline. I also take a daily 5mg cialis. I've been doing this for the last 6 months or so, and I feel like I'm in my mid-20s, early 30s. I'm planning on a follow up blood panel in March and will be interested to see what/if the supplements and continued workout and lifestyle has improved.

 

[Jmort1754]

Anyone regret starting TRt?

 

[gostovp]

I'm 52 this year and have read almost all 19 pages of this thread trying to see if TRT is something I need to consider. My last blood work was in mid 2025, and my Total T number was 328, and my free T number was 52. I'm borderline low I think. I'm just apprehensive starting something like this. There are times I feel anxiety, depression, and low energy, but I don't know if that's a lifestyle think or not (I can stand to lose 25 to 30 lbs, and probably could lay off the beer and could definitely eat cleaner). I"m wondering if a combination of better eating, getting back to the some heavier lifting, and better lifestyle management would help.

I did have my right hip replaced last year, so that limits me from any jogging/running/sprinting/jumping. I can still do Olympic lifts but I'm not gonna be pushing a ton of weight anymore.

 

[gostovp]

I'll be 51 in March, I have seriously considered it, but have been apprehensive due to the idea of replacing my bodies own natural production. I have been doing 2 workouts a day during the work-week (1 weight training workout and 1 cardio workout), eating clean, no alcohol. I had a full bloodwork panel back in October and T was in the mid 500s. The doctor I was working with suggested supplements - Tongak Ali, Maca, Zinc, boron, Dim 200, magnesium, L-Citrulline. I also take a daily 5mg cialis. I've been doing this for the last 6 months or so, and I feel like I'm in my mid-20s, early 30s. I'm planning on a follow up blood panel in March and will be interested to see what/if the supplements and continued workout and lifestyle has improved.

do you take all those supplements still? if so, what dosages?

 

[Manwitaplan]

i would say the majority of my buddies are on TRT! lots of fitness guys and every single one of them said they feel much better in general. I just turned 51 and have also been thinking about trying it. First i need to get all my bloodwork done butr definitely feel ity may help in terms of energy! My friend said instead of doing the weekly shots and having the highs and lows he saked for smaller dose shots and does it twice a week.