Tags : Blood Pressure

Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) in bodybuilding

Left Ventricular Hypertrophy (LVH) is one of the most overlooked and potentially dangerous side effects in the world of enhanced bodybuilding. While gaining mass and strength is the primary goal, few athletes consider the stress high-intensity training and performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) place on the heart. LVH can develop silently over time, raising the risk of […]Read More

Kidneys: why you should pay attention to them while on PEDs

When lifters talk about health risks of PEDs, the conversation almost always revolves around the liver, heart, or natural hormone production. But there’s one critical organ that quietly takes massive damage in the background: the kidneys. Why the Kidneys Matter So Much for Enhanced Athletes Kidneys are extremely important for the body to function, even […]Read More

Cholesterol Medications in Bodybuilding

Managing cholesterol is one of the most important yet overlooked aspects of bodybuilding, particularly for enhanced athletes using anabolic steroids. Many compounds, especially oral steroids, significantly lower HDL (the “good” cholesterol) and raise LDL (the “bad” cholesterol), creating an unfavorable lipid profile that increases long-term risk of heart attack, stroke, and vascular disease. For athletes […]Read More

The bodybuilder’s guide to perfect sleep (Part 2)

In part 1 of this series, we went over the different causes of bad sleep in bodybuilders and the main ways to deal with them in order to improve recovery and quality of life. Unfortunately, not everybody will respond well to the solutions covered in part 1. Some people require a more aggressive approach, especially […]Read More

The bodybuilder’s guide to perfect sleep (Part 1)

Difficulty falling asleep, insomnia and sleep apnea are becoming incredibly common among the general population, but especially among enhanced bodybuilders. It’s high time we address these issues and provide proper solutions. In this article, we will be taking a look at the different solutions you can implement to fix your sleep quality as a bodybuilder […]Read More

Understanding cholesterol on AAS

Anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) can significantly impact cholesterol levels, increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. If you are an athlete who values health, longevity and being your best self, you must understand what cholesterol is and keep track of it… Total cholesterol This parameter measures the total amount of cholesterol in your blood. It is NOT […]Read More

Unlocking the hidden powers of Tadalafil: Beyond ED treatment

Tadalafil, commonly known by the brand name Cialis, is primarily known as a treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). However, this versatile medication has several lesser-known benefits that extend beyond these primary uses. From enhancing athletic performance to controlling blood pressure and even influencing estrogen levels, tadalafil offers a range of […]Read More

Nattokinase: a supplement you should be taking

The use of Anabolic Steroids and other PEDs leads to an increase in blood thickness. This is extremely dangerous, as it causes an increase in blood pressure that can cause dizziness, headaches, nosebleeds and other annoying side-effects short-term, but also cardiac hypertrophy and even deadly cardiovascular events in the long run. Donating blood during and/or […]Read More

Nebivolol 101

Nebivolol is a medication that belongs to the class of beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. Nebivolol works by reducing the workload on the heart and lowering the heart rate, which in turn lowers blood pressure. This has made it incredibly useful not only as a medication, but […]Read More