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Winstrol

Winstrol is one of the most popular anabolic androgenic steroids of all time, and a lot of its popularity rest on the massive amount of media attention this hormone has garnered. Winstrol is one of the few anabolic steroids that have over the years increased in fame due to many high profile athletes being caught supplementing; of course, "fame" may be better phrased as infamy due to the negative light that so often shines. From football to baseball, track and field and every athletic endeavor in-between, numerous athletes have supplemented with Winstrol, and continue to do so today. When most people think of anabolic steroids they almost always think of competitive bodybuilders and power lifters, and rest assured they supplement with this hormone too, but it remains an immensely popular steroid in all walks of life, from all competitive sports to the gym rat alike. At any rate, regardless of the goal at hand, regardless of your feelings towards anabolic steroids, it is the powerful Winstrol steroid we want to discuss.

Winstrol Basics:

Brought to us by Sterling-Winthrop Laboratories in the 1960's shortly after the arrival of Dianabol, Winstrol is the common trade name given to the powerful anabolic steroidal hormone Stanozolol. A Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) derived anabolic steroid; Winstrol carries a massive anabolic rating of 320 with an androgenic rating of only 30. It must be noted; all anabolic androgenic steroid ratings are measured against testosterone which carries anabolic and androgenic ratings of 100 in both categories. Available in an oral and injectable form, what can be said of one can largely be said of the other; they truly are interchangeable with a few slight exceptions. Oral Winstrol carries an active half-life of only 9 hours, whereas its injectable counterpart carries an active half-life of 24 hours. Further, the injectable form, often referred to as Winstrol Depot is slightly more potent, but the difference is negligible.

In either case, oral or injectable, Winstrol belongs to the C17-alpha alkylated (C17-aa) steroidal family. The C17-aa label refers to the hormone being structurally altered at the 17th carbon position, thereby allowing it to survive the first pass through the liver; without such a change, the hormone would be rendered useless. Unfortunately, this makes Winny as it's sometimes called quit hepatotoxic; in-fact, it's one of the most liver toxic steroids of all, and this holds true regardless of it being in an oral or injectable form. Most who supplement with this steroid will necessarily limit use to 6 week stints due to the toxic nature, with 8 weeks generally being our maximum duration of use.

Like the majority of DHT anabolic steroids, Winstrol thrives off of its anabolic nature providing little to no androgenic traits. An anabolic steroid that significantly promotes protein synthesis with a dramatic ability to increase nitrogen retention, where this steroid truly shines is in its ability to lower Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG). By lowering SHBG, this allows for more free testosterone to be released thereby maximizing total anabolic activity within the body. Winstrol is not the only anabolic steroid that carries this trait, but it is one of the few that does so to such a high degree. Further, the hormone appears to create a decent synergetic effect with other anabolic steroids, thereby causing the total stack and cycle to increase in efficiency. A lot of this revolves around is SHBG action, as well as its positive effect on the metabolism that simply creates a well-functioning machine.

When to Supplement:

Let's get this out of the way right from the start; most anabolic androgenic steroids can serve a purpose in any cycle; Winstrol is not one of those such steroids. For the off-season male athlete looking to grow, Winstrol is one of the worst choices he could possibly make; promoting growth is simply not in the steroids nature. Of course, by the strong synergetic effect it creates it could be added into an off-season plan, but there are simply too many more effective choices that are far more suited towards this purpose. In any case, while a poor bulker for men we can make a slight exception for women, and we'll go into that later on.

Without question, there are two fantastic times to supplement with Winstrol; during a cutting cycle or to enhance strength for athletics. For the physique minded individual, which when we include gym rats makes up the largest portion of anabolic steroid users, Winstrol can aid in displaying a physique one can be proud of. When we diet, in-order to lose body-fat we must burn more calories than we consume, and as this is necessary muscle tissue is often lost. With the addition of the Stanozolol hormone we can preserve this tissue, but this is merely a secondary trait that many other steroids carry as well. Where Winny really comes through in a cutting cycle, is in its ability to enhance visual conditioning. With supplementation during this phase, if you're lean you will display a much harder, defined and appealing physique. Further, this is a hormone that can promote enhanced vascularity, and as it's a strength steroid it will preserve strength often lost when dieting. At any rate, it must be noted; if you have a decent layer of body-fat covering your physique the hardening and definition you're looking for will not shine through; you must already be somewhat lean. However, by its nature, Winstrol will enhance the metabolism making it perfect for just about any cutting cycle

Beyond cutting, and this is what has made the steroid so popular is performance athletics, and we're talking every last sport imaginable. A powerful steroid that will often not raise suspicion due to its inability to promote significant mass, what it can do is tremendously boost strength, and this can be translated into raw physical power and speed. Further, the hormone will enhance your overall rate of recovery (regardless of the purpose of use), and with the increase in strength you simply have a more efficient athlete. Of course, if you're a tested athlete this can raise several concerns, but that is a call only you can make; we're simply making you aware of the benefits. In any case, it must be stated; Winstrol will not create an athlete; it will not create raw talent out of thin air, and it probably won't make a weak athlete a super star. What it will do is enhance your natural abilities and provide you a little more pep in your step so to speak.

Winstrol & Women:

It's no secret; in many cases, anabolic androgenic steroids and women do not mix; after all, anabolic steroids are based on the primary male sex hormone testosterone. When women supplement with anabolic steroids, in many cases, such use can be devastating as they destroy their femininity through their virilizing nature. Such effects can lead to a deepening of the vocal chords, excessive body-hair and facial-hair growth and clitoral enlargement to name a few. While this is true, there are a few anabolic steroids most women can use safely as they carry a much lower rate of virilization; Winstrol is such a steroid.

In no way is Winstrol the safest anabolic steroid for women, that claim belongs to Anavar (Oxandrolone), but it is on the list and close to the top. Of course, there is still a potential for virilization, and this can largely be dose dependent, but individual response will also play a role. Some women will not be able to supplement no matter how low they keep the dose, but most who keep it low and for short periods of time will be fine. If for any reason a female begins showing signs of virilization she should discontinue use immediately; if she does they will rapidly dissipate. If the symptoms are ignored, this is when many women find they have a serious problem, as the effects can set in permanently.

As for actual use, women will receive the same benefits from the hormone as discussed above; however, unlike men women may find this a steroid that can promote a little mass. Women are simply much more sensitive to the hormone; it won't produce an abundant amount of mass, but it can provide an increase. In any case, most women will find 10mg every other day to be all the Winstrol they ever need with 4-5 weeks of use being optimal. Some will choose to use a little more, but it's crucial to remember the more you use the greater risk of virilization.

The Downside of Winstrol:

As with all anabolic steroids, as well as any non-steroidal medication Winstrol carries possible side-effects. We've already discussed its hepatotoxic nature, and it is for this reason use must be limited and doses must be controlled. Although hepatotoxic, if you're responsible and add no additional stress to the liver, assuming your liver was healthy to begin with it will rejuvenate, and no permanent damage will be done. Beyond issues surrounding the liver, the most serious side-effects revolving around Winstrol revolve around lipid profiles. The Stanozolol hormone is notorious for increasing LDL cholesterol and even having a negative impact on HDL cholesterol. If you already suffer from cholesterol issues (especially high LDL), you should not touch this steroid. If you're a healthy adult, especially a healthy adult male, cholesterol can easily be controlled through diet.

Of course, the discussion does not end; not quite yet. As a DHT anabolic steroid, men who are predisposed to male-pattern baldness risk losing their hair; men who are not predisposed will not lose a single strand. The same can be said of acne to a degree, as this is a steroid that can have a negative impact in this regard. Those who are extremely sensitive to acne will be the first to have a problem, where those who are not will rarely get more than a back pimple or two if any at all. Of course, like all anabolic steroids WInny will suppress natural testosterone production, and for the male athlete, some form of therapy must be implemented. At any rate, when it comes to side-effects while it's not the mildest steroid of all it is milder than quite a few. With responsible use, severe problems can be avoided; in-fact, most healthy adult men who supplement responsibly will only enjoy their experience.

Elite Performance Use:

As discussed, Winstrol holds a lot of popularity due to the number of athletes who have been caught supplementing and blasted by the media for their use. Never has there been a case as high profile as the 1988 Summer Olympics, when Canadian sprinter destroyed U.S. sprinter Carl Lewis in a devastating upset fashion. Shortly thereafter it was revealed Johnson had tested positive for Stanozolol, and he was stripped of all accolades in humiliating fashion. Along with the death of NFL great Lyle Alzado, many point to these two events that finally gave the war on steroids the fire it needed, and while we can argue the justification for this war all day long it remains this was the final nail in the coffin. Of course, Johnson wasn't the only athlete to ever be caught supplementing with Stanozolol, he's simply one that took the brunt of the fire. From baseballs Giambi brothers, Canseco, and hundreds and hundreds more, to the thousands of NFL players who've failed and passed at the same time due to the NFL's “free pass” so to speak; hundreds of cyclist, swimmers, wrestlers, power lifters, rugby players and so on; the list of those who have supplemented with Winstrol at the elite level is mind-blowing; well, in a sense. Anyone with half a brain understands the vast majority of elite level athletes are supplementing with anabolic steroids, and of all the choices available Winstrol is a favorite.

The Bottom Line:

If you're looking for a fantastic, cutting steroid, Winstrol is the answer. If you need to increase your strength, Winstrol can help you achieve this end. Regardless of use, when responsible use is adhered to this can be a very safe anabolic steroid, but the key is and will always be responsible use. Of course, for the male athlete who is physique minded this is a steroid that will rarely be used alone, but it is a more than welcomed addition to a total plan. In any case, regardless of your intended purpose there is something tremendously important you must remember. Winstrol is not magic; it will not do the work alone. The idea behind Winstrol, as is with all anabolic steroids is to take the work you're already doing, to take what you're doing right and to enhance it. That's all there is to it; these are not hormones from the 5th dimension; these are hormones your body is very familiar with; after all, you produce and have always produced DHT. If you can recognize this truth, supplement responsibly and work hard towards your goals Winstrol can serve you well, and that's the bottom line.