Testosterone Enanthate Base Cycle (Beginner-Friendly)
Cycle Goal:
This is a foundational testosterone-only cycle ideal for first-time users. It focuses on promoting lean muscle growth, improved strength, and hormonal balance while minimizing side effects through the inclusion of a proper aromatase inhibitor and post-cycle therapy (PCT). Simple, effective, and widely recommended as a beginner’s first cycle.
Cycle Components:
1. Testosterone Enanthate
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Total volume: 20 ml (typically dosed at 250 mg/ml)
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Weekly dosage: 500 mg/week
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Duration: 10 weeks
Purpose:
Base anabolic compound used to elevate testosterone levels, enhance muscle protein synthesis, and increase recovery and performance.
2. Anastrozole (Arimidex)
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Total quantity: 28 tabs (1 mg/tab)
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Recommended dose: 0.5 mg EOD (every other day)
Purpose:
Aromatase inhibitor used to control estrogen conversion from testosterone, reducing risks of gynecomastia, water retention, and other estrogen-related side effects.
Post-Cycle Therapy (PCT):
3. hCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin)
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Total: 1 vial (5000 IU)
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Usage: 500 IU every 3 days during weeks 11–12 (after last test injection)
Purpose:
Stimulates LH production and testicular function to jumpstart natural testosterone recovery before beginning Clomid.
4. Clomid (Clomiphene Citrate)
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Total quantity: 50 tabs (50 mg/tab)
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Typical PCT protocol:
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Week 13: 100 mg/day
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Weeks 14–16: 50 mg/day
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Purpose:
Promotes natural testosterone production by stimulating the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, supporting long-term hormonal recovery after the cycle.