Steroids Are Awesome

Download the world's smartest nutrition app MacroFactor: bit.ly/jeffmac... (2 weeks free using code JEFF)
In this video I'm discussing the effects of steroids: good and bad.
Check out my two BEST products (my beginner-intermediate training program and my nutrition app)
1. My Fundamentals Training Program: shop.jeffnippa...
2. MacroFactor Diet App: bit.ly/jeffmacr... [Use code Jeff for a FREE 2 week trial]
Here's my instagram: / jeffnippard
-------------------------------
References:
How Much Muscle Can Creatine Build
pubmed.ncbi.nl...
www.ncbi.nlm.n...
How Much Muscle Can Steroids Build
www.strongerby...
www.ncbi.nlm.n...
journals.lww.c...
General Risks of Steroid Usage
www.frontiersi...
The Effect of Steroids on the Brain
pubmed.ncbi.nl...
The Effect of Steroids on the Heart
www.ncbi.nlm.n...
The Effect of Steroids on the Testes
www.ncbi.nlm.n...
www.ncbi.nlm.n...
The Effect of Steroids on Life Expectancy
www.jwatch.org...
pubmed.ncbi.nl...
Thanks to these folks for helping me with the video:
Mike Israetel: / renaissanceperiodization
Derek More Plates More Dates: / moreplatesmoredates
Chase Irons: / chaseirons
Also, shoutout to Kurzgesagt for the video concept idea: / kurzgesagt
-------------------------------
Written by Jeff Nippard
Filmed by Jeff Nippard & Meraki Films ( / mrkifilms )
Edited by Rickie Ho & Jeff Nippard ( / coldgamerick )
Music Arranged by Editor Musket ( / @theeditorjosh )
Music sourced from Epidemic Sound
-------------------------------
About me: I'm a Canadian natural pro bodybuilder and internationally-qualified powerlifter with a BSc in biochemistry/chemistry and a passion for science. I've been training for 15 years drug-free. I'm 5'5 and fluctuate between 160 lbs (lean) and 180 lbs (bulked).
-------------------------------
Disclaimers: Jeff Nippard is not a doctor or a medical professional. Always consult a physician before starting any exercise program. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Jeff Nippard will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death.

[@JeffNippard]

Exciting news! We JUST hit 150,000 users on my nutrition app MacroFactor! As you can probably tell from my videos, I really value data. That's why my app has the best analytics and science-based coaching algorithms out of any app on the market. You can try it for 2 weeks for free here if you use code JEFF: bit.ly/jeffmacrofactor

[@jtmoore9546]

Love the app! I lost 27 lbs in 6 months all while packing on muscle using your invaluable fitness knowledge and guidance, Jeff!

[@taylo795]

I’d love to see this style video on peptides.

[@johnpyershaherblhaddad5723]

do not take anything man

[@petermontavon]

The app is great- easy to use and provides great feedback and guidance.

[@Waynelolz]

turnin to gregg with these clickbait titles

[@RenaissancePeriodization]

Jeff, thank you so much for featuring me in this video. It turned out great! Folks who have commented or reached out about my anxiety disorder, thank you so much for caring. Good news, it's entirely due to steroids, and those I take entirely voluntary with no compulsion or addiction. As soon as I want, I can stop them and within days I don't have severe anxiety disorder anymore and within weeks I barely have anxiety at all. I HATE how they make me feel, but I have a few goals in bodybuilding left to accomplish, so I deal with it. I have a knack for doing very hard things that take a long time, so this is right up my alley. No need to worry about me! PS: If I die before my due time from the cardiovascular shit... it's been real and this is what I wanted. Do not ever feel the need to be sympathetic of me. - Dr. Mike

[@nfrankiksa4596]

that PS hit hard 💀I hope you live a long time dude

[@kishorevb8331]

❤ Lot's of love Mike a

[@miha_ity]

Not only I respect this reply and point of view, I also salute it! Thank you for everything Dr.Mike

[@フミズ]

You'll never die in my heart ❤️

[@JohnnyLawrie25]

Love you Dr. Mike!

[@rvboyett]

My best friend died of heart failure at 43 years old. He openly admitted that he regularly used steroids. He was convinced he was being safe in his steroid use. I told him he needed to stop but he just wouldn't listen. His kids had to grow up without their father and I've been without a friend that I've loved since childhood.

[@SquashDaBeef]

So sorry bro. I lost my best friend 3 years ago to cancer. It was a few days before his 40th. It never gets easier.

[@mindmonkey00]

What was his stack?

[@alexscott1251]

@@mindmonkey00 Why?

[@bugattidragon1237]

@@mindmonkey00 come on man this isnt funny

[@mindmonkey00]

@bugattidragon1237 not all steroids do the same amount of harm. Test only cycles are pretty safe if you get your blood work regularly and take a moderate dosage. It's tren and most of the oral steroids that can really mess you up

[@amarug]

For those wondering about the title, the channel "kurzgesagt" recently made a video titled "Smoking is awesome" and it follows the same narrative, down to the "let's smoke a cigarette together" and then go through the physiological effects. Many people commented it was the best anti-smoking video they'd ever seen and I think it's an awesome idea by Jeff to make a "mirror video" about steroids. They will be a huge health burden for many in the near future.

[@MostAlpha]

😂

[@lando8981]

I also saw that video. Good job by both creators imo.

[@CobGobblin]

omg i saw that vid and it was great. i never connected the dots

[@jaetrnn6000]

Totally agree! A great way to tackle a sensitive topic

[@ethandaniel8123]

Took steroids since I was 7.

[@biaxol-mk677]

Big thanks to Jeff for finally reviewing and Endorsing our product! Shop now either in description of this video or in our bi0 ;)

[@empyreanwatches]

Aweosme product! Starting my first MK cycle next week

[@limejelo]

Oh shut up ya bot

[@rowananderson8318]

As someone who has never touched gear but has been bald since 22 I feel cheated

[@firminvernege9815]

Exactly where are my muscles…?

[@HolyBiscuit69]

You're a natural steroid user.

[@InflammatoryCommentMaker]

bro I had the vegeta hairline since I was 14 and have been bald since 17, fml 🥲

[@noone-ld7pt]

I feel you bro! Bald gang represent!

[@jermaineayivoh8263]

Why are you feeling cheated ? You were always going to be bald. Had you started juicing in your teens, you would have lost your hair even sooner than you did. It’s like feeling cheated over something you never had in the first place. Juicing doesn’t turn people that weren’t going to be bald, bald. If you genetically were going to suffer from male pattern baldness, steroids would have just accelerated that process.

[@Bloidz7]

This is one of the better anti-drug PSAs I've seen. No moralizing, no fear-mongering. Just facts.

[@robertsummers3386]

Like Kurtzgezakt's video on cigarettes.

[@hunivan7672]

Truth is inherently moralizing.

[@ConsensusX]

Actually this convinced me to start. It doesn't seem so bad if you stay moderate and consult professionals.

[@LaurentIpsum]

​​@@ConsensusX provided you can have access to affordable, clean roids, good insurance, someone willing to work with you and not just reddit, discipline, the ability to moderate, relatively good mental health, no underlying health issues, a willingness to alienate those around you, yeah, you're set

[@daimienbeauchamp3519]

Yeah no one likes being told what to do in fact if you tell people what they shouldn't do they're more likely to do it. Where is if you give them the information and let them make a decision on their own they're most likely going to make the right one

[@screamingpotato5568]

So benefits of steroids: - get bigger muscles The downsides: - acne - small balls that stop producing your own testosterone - baldness - abscess risk - anxiety, random rage, constant high libido - man-boobs - higher risk for heart failure - lower IQ, older Brain - when taken at a young age you might stop growing in height and mentally Is this worth it?

[@dungbeater4264]

when you put it like that, i feel stupid for even considering steroids lol

[@screamingpotato5568]

@@dungbeater4264 yeah stay natty!

[@HasturLaVishnu]

no wonder steroid bodybuilder looks like a freak show.

[@nmhjjp]

"anxiety, random rage, constant high libido" Thats a benefit my dude, thats just normal life for me and im a fat fuck

[@yo.izho46]

Thank u king 👑

[@andreidede459]

As a doctor, I’ve seen a 25yo man with his leg amputated after his arteries were DESTROYED by steroids. The poor man was crying, but it was too late. Don’t do it, it’s not worth it! Live your life

[@apseudonym]

25?????

[@iloveanimation99]

You’re a doctor but you can’t spell destroyed?

[@andreidede459]

@@iloveanimation99I fixed the word, but I can’t fix shitty people 😘

[@thankarelordandsaviorjesus]

@@iloveanimation99 Is that not how you spell it? And if im wrong english may be his 2nd language

[@Salt28474]

​@@iloveanimation99 incredibly presumtuous to assume there arent doctors in non english speaking countries

[@ChaseIrons]

Appreciate you including me on this Jeff!!

[@graphicimpulse]

W

[@stay_humbles]

💪

[@workingdog4886]

Only here for my dawg chase

[@tommyjohn312]

😳

[@raymthw]

❤

[@MorePlatesMoreDates]

I feel like these guests are better than that anonymous anabolics expert you had on last time. Great video!

[@NapoleonDP]

💯

[@RichHandsome]

Right!! 🔥🔥🎯

[@pevebe]

More Cake More R**e

[@ElidanVideos]

Que in that Obama putting medal on Obama meme xD

[@USS_Liberty_never_forget]

Nah the anonymous guy seemed intelligent

[@clubbizarre]

5:45 the Cbum you want 6:49 the Sebum you'll get 😂

[@StrengthShowcase]

When mum says "we have CBum at home".

[@segason6]

Missed opportunity to show little cbum particles being secreted

[@Porouss]

🤣🤣

[@HellonearthlABB]

Best comment 😂😂😂

[@Sp3cTR2k7]

Instantly had the same thought 😂

[@cerielvanarneman9399]

I am a 67 years old amateur power lifter and fitness trainer and I have been exercising for over 50 years. I weigh 80 kilos and I still have a nice muscular figure I'm not big as a bodybuilder. I still exercise four times a week for two hours a day I never use steroids am still strong and I am healthy.

[@seanc3334]

Ok?

[@freelancescribe8382]

stay out of this grandpa

[@One.Zero.One101]

Yeah you don't need PEDs to have a good body. People who think you can't get a good body naturally are obviously people who've never worked out in their lives. Just eat healthy and work out, it's literally that simple. People just lack discipline and motivation so they claim you can't do it as a coping mechanism.

[@WESSLAYS]

That's awesome. Guys be nice to him 😭

[@lewispeart2344]

Hell yea !

[@dodes2698]

Dr. Mike not sounding so great in this one. As someone with severe anxiety but without steroids, my heart goes out to him because I can hear the pain behind his voice from it.

[@TheEsotericProgrammer]

Thought the same thing. This is me in my work meetings after consuming 600mg caffeine.

[@nunchukGun]

Same. Actually lifting was part of getting me out of anxiety disorder. It's long behind me at this point and I can't imagine choosing it willingly as a trade off.

[@rjun152]

I guess talking about it triggered him

[@jixxytrix1705]

Your heart shouldn't go out to him, he is choosing to give himself anxiety. Something I'm guessing you would never do....

[@Dark_Souls_3]

Womp womp ohhh noo I’m nervous boohoo

[@lordofthespudz2158]

Just wanna note how mike compared the process to designing a racecar going past 200mph, brilliant way of looking at things. Also "safer it was never safe" hits home.

[@thename2138]

Lol I don't wanna compare it to video game cheating but it basically is

[@giggiity]

really good analogy, puts it in a much easier to visualize perspective

[@trtnec]

​@@thename2138 video game cheating is a terrible analogy because you literally don't have to work or be talented at all with video game hacks - you just click a button and you beat everyone no matter how bad/lazy/untalented you are and no matter how good/hard-working/talented your opponent is. Meanwhile you can take all the gear in the world and you won't ever look as good as some natty bodybuilders or lift as much as the best natty powerlifters/weightlifters in the world. Secondly, there's no safety repercussions for cheating in video games whatsoever, which the racecar analogy covers.

[@kiyoun3]

@@trtnec Not necessarily. There are cheats that are more powerful and therefore more blatant than others. If you use less blatant, less powerful cheats, like a soft aimbot that helps you lock onto the target only when you are very close to it, you have less chance of being caught than someone who uses a hardcore 360 headshot across the map type of aimbot. In both cases you can be caught so they are by definition not safe but one is safer than the other.

[@phantomberzerk9486]

​​@@trtnecyou have to put in the effort to find or make the cheats then you still have to play the same game that everyone else is playing but you just have far more advantages. Which part of that isn't a good comparison

[@jacksnipe2441]

I think the worst part about this is that healthy young people by and large *cannot* understand how life-ruining it is to have significant heart issues, for example. It's one thing to read or even hear testimonials about it, but at the end of the day everybody thinks they're special until they need to be careful climbing stairs.

[@crazyjames1233]

Even though its good more fitness influencers are being honest about the gear, the problem is they never talk about the negative long term effects. I remember when Larry Wheels made his video talking about stopping his gear people just glossed over the small part where he mentioned he still was taking TRT (AKA...steroids...) because his body literally would no longer make testosterone. They just spent the whole time gushing over the fact that he was actually talking about his gear use. Its almost as though it has become normalized, which is what makes it so dangerous to younger people. They will always be less likely to worry about future consequences in favor of immediate benefits, especially in todays world where instant gratification has become the norm.

[@coreyworthingtonii9230]

They’ll know a few years after getting the safe & effective.

[@kek22219]

Yep. Former roid user. Quit when I had a BP 191/104. Think it wouldn't happen to me but the vanity wasn't worth it.

[@sews1523]

@@coreyworthingtonii9230 hopefully not

[@AD-sg9tr]

I would add that it really seems to be even more terrifying in the US than in Europe. Because here, it's already much harder to get. And above all, there are hundreds and hundreds of studies on the ( negative ) effects of steroids, and they're regularly broadcast on the news, radio, internet etc. I really get the feeling that Americans aren't interested in scientific studies and rely on "bro science".

[@ricky11-j5r]

A book that changed my life in ways that I never could imagine is "Secret Testosterone Nexus of Evolution".Drop whatever you're doing right now and go find that book. Trust me after I implemented things from the book my testosterone levels went beast mode

[@richardlawson6787]

Give us just a couple things you learned,?

[@siriuscogburn]

@@richardlawson6787 exactly. this is a nothing burger.

[@shamrock141]

This is a bot comment. 5 month old video but a week old comment with 2.6k likes and next to no interaction, literally just paid for likes to promote a product

[@uDropper]

​@@shamrock141 thanks for the warning, spared me some time

[@JB-lp9xr]

Fake spam trash

[@erwangaillard1637]

Working on infarctus emergencies here : We get A LOT of fitness coaches & influencers & bodybuilder in their 40's getting infarctuses, getting extremely severe cardiac failures (Left ventricle with ejection fraction as low as a 80 years old grandma). They are big, they have abs, they are often extremely well groomed, tanned but their heart is collasping before our eyes and we can only save them a few months / years and they are only 35/40. Take care young guys

[@juandoe7802]

WTF…what city do you work in because if it’s frequent that’s concerning 😮

[@tynao2029]

Steroids are medicine. There are countless more that are perfectly fine and never need to go to the hospital. Steroids have been proven to be healthy and helpful when used correctly, they are medicine.

[@Hadkek]

@@juandoe7802probably LA

[@dehydratedwater9000]

⁠​⁠@@juandoe7802Most likely big cities with a high amount of influencers and a strong gym culture, like Huston, NYC, and LA. Volunteered as an EMT, there were a lot of calls to gyms for a heart attack/failure due to some form of steroid use. If I had anything to say to kids and young adults that are thinking of or are already doing steroids, just stop, y’all aren’t built different, there are long term health effects that far outweighs putting on an extra 10-20lbs of muscle.

[@RichHandsome]

@@juandoe7802prolly L.A 😅

[@zoapy7002]

Steroids are absolutely nuts! (I lost my nuts)

[@Jamiey-]

Aerodynamics

[@Fattipotato79]

Can confirm, I stole bros nuts

[@kaze.14]

On a serious note, they do make your nuts smaller. The longer you use it

[@BrofUJu]

​@@kaze.14and make them stop working and destroy your ability to have kids. Fun!

[@neronero4699]

ahahahaa, really? =))

[@monnfinst]

It hurts my soul to hear Dr Mike talk like this: very "out-of-breath"-like, small bursts of talking, short breaks, that tremor... I think in this particular video you can nearly feel the anxiety. How much worse it must feel for him, i can't comprehend... a very noticable difference to the usual

[@danielleelizabeth9417]

Yeah I hope he stops soon and is able to recover

[@HouseHoldAdventures]

@@monnfinst there's a difference between blasting gear for 10 years and doing 1 test cycle. It's not even comparable

[@SomeRandomPiggo]

I can hear some sort of AI noise cancellation over the audio of him speaking, that could make him sound a bit out of breath

[@MightyGachiman]

And that is WITH a ton of jump cuts...

[@SousaFMP]

He's gonna cut it soon right? Mad respect for the guy, great physique and strenght but man that shit's draining him, I hope he dials it down, at least to just test

[@JulioRodriguez-mb2xq]

I was seriously thinking about doing steroids. I’m a bit late in the game (43yo) and I just feel what do is never enough. But I’ve chatted to many people and I get all confused about it, lots of Yes and No but this is the first time I totally made up my mind and I’ve decided not to do it. The older I get the more I appreciate my good health and my life. Thanks for this great video @jeffnippard !

[@DWandtheenablers]

44 here. Same. I'm very very very fit, but svelte. I'd love to get a little bit bigger but,... at the risk of dying?

[@Rome52246]

Its never too late to start, itll be harder for you since you are older but not impossible, just keep it simple, stick to the basics and you will be leagues ahead of your peers in your age range

[@wge621]

As a woman, this is very similar to plastic surgery in the beauty world. A lot of women get praised for being 'transparent' about plastic surgery, which I get, but then that's also lead to a huge influx of plastic surgery operations. The side effects are much more rarely discussed, but the popularity increases on a daily basis, which then leads to increased feelings of dissatisfaction/body dysmorphia --> more surgery.

[@VikingRul3s]

But cyber enhancements are right around the corner, so isn't it better we start talking about BOTH the good and bad sides? In this echo age, we're aren't even able to get challenged in our own believes, the algorithms are making sure of it. So if you choose to only inform about one side of whatever, the audience will by default be someone that agrees with you. Take Jeff here, his bias is certainly controlling this video, so it'll mostly be shown for like-minded. In terms of legit criticisms and actually starting a proper discussion, this video isn't delivering.

[@algirdasltu1389]

I mean at least they dont fuck with hormones like gear does

[@VikingRul3s]

@@algirdasltu1389 Erhm... You should really do some research into the chemicals in our food. There's (among many) estrogen derivatives used as preservatives. Check out the chemicals in your bathroom products, like shower gel and deodorant/parfume. Based on your comment, you're in for quite a shock

[@VikingRul3s]

​@@algirdasltu1389 When was the last time you researched what's in your shower gel or deodorant? How about the estrogen derivatives used as preservatives in our food? How about what drinking milk does to adult males?

[@MokshitArora.]

But surgeries are permanent aren't they ? In steroids , you'll lose all muscles because the testes are half the size so no testosterone hence no muscle growth like before

[@MoyrTV]

You gotta give props to Jeff because even though he’s been struggling with feeling like he’s at his natural limit and smaller than other fitness influencers, he’s doubling down and working his ass off to really push his body to its limit. Inspirational stuff man

[@lecobra418]

Hold on, are you actually implying he's natural? 😂 Dude, come one, get a grip.

[@metalface_villain]

@@lecobra418 why not, he looks natural to me

[@fabreeeze]

@@lecobra418 bro hes like 5'4 if you see him compared to alot of these others juiced lifters youll see how easy it is to tell hes natural

[@hooktraining3966]

@@lecobra418 if he wasn't so short i would think yeah no way he is natural but its marginally easier for a shorter guy to have a proportionately wide frame and big muscles if he were 6'5 he would probably look fairly muscular and a bit lean, but just look skinny with clothes on

[@legendmemories4298]

Bro are you sure he is really big

[@danielokeeffe2334]

Fair play to Dr Mike for being so upfront

[@John-mk3oe]

Dr. Mike gave useless info without specifying dose or duration.

[@patrickselwood]

@@John-mk3oe It would be wildly irresponsible to the point of idiotic to recommend any specific details of steroid use to the general youtube public. Dr. Mike isn't an idiot.

[@Kevin-ok8dj]

He looked extremely scared/nervous

[@isaacg2886]

​@@Kevin-ok8dj He did say he was dealing with clinical anxiety, but you also couple that with being so open about something that ha such stigma, its completely understandable

[@John-mk3oe]

@@patrickselwood All the studies show that adverse effects are dose and duration dependent. Without giving the dose/duration, any adverse effects are meaningless.

[@matthewbacque1622]

Tip of the iceberg.... Mike Matarazzo: Frequent top 10 IFBB pro from 1992 to 2001. Four-time top 5 finisher at the Night of Champions. Died from a heart attack in 2014, age 47. Dan Puckett: 1st place 2006 NPC Collegiate National Heavyweight. Died from heart failure in 2007, age 22. Scott Klein: Four-time NPC Heavyweight competitor (1995 and 1997), two-time NPC super-heavyweight competitor (1998 and 2000). Died from kidney failure in 2003, age 30. Robert Benavente: Competed in multiple NPC shows from 1994 (teen division) to 2003 (1st place in Southern States). Died from a heart attack in 2004, age 30. Andreas Munzer: 13 top-five placings from 1986-96. Considered a “pioneer” in the use of diuretics for a super-peeled look. Died from multiple organ failure in 1996, age 32. Mohammed Benaziza: Seven total Grand Prix wins in 1990 and 1992, 1st place at the 1990 Night of Champions (beating Dorian Yates), two top 5 Mr. Olympia showings (1989 and 1992). Died from heart failure hours after winning the Grand Prix Holland show in 1992, age 33. Daniele Seccarecci: IFBB competitor from 2007 to 2013. 2010 Guinness World Record Holder for “heaviest competitive bodybuilder” at 297 pounds. Died from a heart attack in 2013, age 33. Luke Wood: IFBB competitor from 2001 to 2008, often breaking into the top 10. Died from complications following a kidney transplant in 2011, age 35. Chris Janusz: Amateur competitor, nutrition coach, and contest prep consultant. Died from undisclosed causes in 2009, age 37. Art Atwood: Consistent top 10 finisher in IFBB shows from 2002 to 2004, including 1st at the 2002 Toronto Pro. Died from a heart attack in 2011, age 37. Mat Duvall: Four-time top 3 finisher in NPC Super-heavyweight division (1999, 2001, 2002, 1st in 2003). Died from a heart attack in 2013, age 40. Ed Van Amsterdam: European champion in the mid-1990s, frequent top 10 IFBB finisher in 2002 and 2003. Died from a heart attack in 2014, age 40. Fannie Barrios: Two-time Jan Tana winner (2001, 2002). Three top 8 placings at Ms. Olympia (3rd place in 2002). Died from a stroke in 2005, age 41. Charles Durr: Six top 5 NPC and IFBB finishes from 1988 to 1999. Competed in the 2004 IFBB North American Championships. Died from a heart attack in 2005, age 44. Anthony D’Arezzo: Three-time top 10 NPC Heavyweight (1993, 1994, 1995). 1st at NPC New England in 1997. Died from a heart attack the night before a contest in 2006, age 44. Greg Kovacs: Competed in several IFBB shows from 1997 to 2005. Known in the industry as one of the largest off-season bodybuilders, regularly weighing over 400 pounds. Died from heart failure in 2013, age 44. Ron Teufel: 1978 IFBB Mr. USA. Runner-up to Samir Bannout at 1979 World Amateurs. Top 10 IFBB competitor in 1981 and 1982. Die Hans Hopstaken: NPC Masters competitor in 1998 and 1999. IFBB competitor in 2000 and 2001, including two top 5 placings at the Masters Olympia. Died from heart failure in 2002, age 45. Frank Hillebrand: Light-heavyweight champion (1987, 1989), several top 10 IFBB finishes from 1990 to 1993. Died from a heart attack in 2011, age 45. Alex Azarian: NPC competitor from 2002 to 2009, including a total of five 1st place wins. Training, nutrition, and contest prep consultant. Died from undisclosed causes in 2015, age 45. Ray Mentzer: IFBB competitor from 1979 to 1982 including 1st place 1978 Mr. USA, and several top 3 placings. Died from kidney failure in 2001, age 47. Nasser El Sonbaty: Frequent top 8 IFBB competitor from 1990 to 1992, consistent top 4 finisher in shows from 1993 to 1998, including 2nd at the 1997 Mr. Olympia and 3rd at the 1995 and 1998 Olympias. Died from complications from heart and kidney failure in 2014, age 47. Don Ross: Amateur competitor from 1965 to 1972, pro bodybuilder from 1973 to 1980 with 10 top 5 placings. Died from a heart attack in 1995, age 49. Mike Mentzer: Consistent top 3 IFBB pro from 1975 to 1979, including 2nd in the 1976 and 1977 Mr. Universe, 1st place 1976 Mr. America, and 1st place 1979 heavyweight Mr. Olympia (lost the Overall to Frank Zane). First pro bodybuilder to be awarded a perfect score in a contest. Died from heart complications in 2001, age 49

[@mikemurray9726]

Mentzer died of Berger's disease. Berger's disease is an autoimmune disease caused by a genetic disorder. In his case, it attacked his kidneys. Therefore causing cardio failure down the line. It had nothing to do with steroid use. The old guard were taking 200mgs of dbol and 600mgs of deca, which is perhaps the worst combination in the history of steroids. Dbol kills the liver cells, they lyse, and deca increases collagen synthesis by 220% to scar over the endothelial layer which has died from systemic inflammation from the liver damage. The year is 2024. We know what happened and why. You know anyone slamming 200mgs of dbol a day for 6 months straight? I didn't think so. We don't do that anymore. The later guys are your list were slamming insulin and HGH. There is a big difference between cycling testosterone and crushing slin and HGH at 20iu's a day for years. Grow up.

[@MickVolume]

Old title: Steroids Are Awesome

[@manwithname]

Thinking the same lol

[@ShinySephiroth1]

39 minutes in and it hasn't changed yet. Let's track this! 😅

[@zoinked1351]

A/B testing? Mine is still the same

[@vikt]

Why would he change it though? It grabbed my attention, even though I knew it was clickbait-y - I'm sure I'm not alone

[@IonAlexandruScrieciu]

The most sad part about it is that he put so much time and effort into making this video and it will be 100% de-monetized due to the word "steroids" and the thumbnail, while still providing super valuable insights and really trying to make people understand why it is so important to not do something dangerous that we don't even fully understand yet but already has so many proven side effects. I'm looking forward to seeing Jeff's study about maximizing natural potential after lifting regularly for already so many years. Unfortunately the spotlight is moving towards enhanced people, I'm sure nevertheless that people like him will always have a following due to the high transparency and quality content that he keeps providing

[@indusrtial]

There is absolutely no way I would ever do steroids after watching this video. Thanks Jeff, this is true honesty and education.

[@VikingRul3s]

So... Are you gonna go watch the movies about how cardio can destroy your knees early, how streaming eats away at your brain, that includes KZbin (the 20 year IQ drop is about 3 times as high as before streaming, in other words significantly worse than the effects of SOME steroids), how much poisonous gas and particles we inhale everyday, how much sugar destroys our body and how much worse "light" products really are. Then add in something about the suns fantastic ability to give skin cancer. There, now you're scared of everything and will never do anything in your life again... Brillant comment...

[@VikingRul3s]

Lol 😂 Using KZbin as you life coach, is a great idea, except that was exactly what Jeff warned about in the start of this video...

[@VikingRul3s]

There is absolutely no way I would ever do anything KZbinrs warn about, which means I'll never go outside again or do anything ever! Man I love KZbin, bro science is da bomb

[@Harwey-lz4gp]

@@VikingRul3sWhy is Bro mad? Average Gear User

[@Godonstilts]

JFC... Oxygen is bad for you, so is water, so is literally everything in the world. Steroids are of course bad for you too, but just iwth literally everything else - its about moderation and management, and your attitude towards risk. This KZbinr is a 'Natty' so his bias is of course shining through, even though he is 'talking about the GOOD as well as the bad'... except, he is really leaning into the bad and not the likelyhood of bad etc. Its a very "Steroids good, but also BAAD m'kay!"

[@benlambert8481]

A friend from school 'got on the gear' when he was 19/20.... got properly massive, but he also got fat with it. He trimmed down in his early 30's but the damage was already done and his heart gave out at age 38. RIP Tim McCoy.

[@steveleamont]

My buddy didn’t do steroids I did. Been doing TRT for 23 years. He died of a heart attack. I am still alive.

[@kaanozk]

​@@steveleamont Trt are sustainable, for some people even healthier than naty. How much you take for how long and what kind of condition you got and dna plays a big role

[@michaelhansen2309]

@@steveleamont Congrats, maybe the whole population should take TRT then how about that? Are you dumb?

[@justicedemocrat9357]

He didn't get fat from steroids he got fat from cheeseburgers, lol.

[@TheHightier]

@@steveleamont steroid users generally die earlier then non users this is a fact, just cause your friend isn't using them and got a heart attack, doesn't mean that using them is safe, this is the bias alot of users have and good talk that they use

[@Everythingmachine]

Shout out to Dr. Mike for talking about such difficult experiences openly. That ain’t easy to do.

[@dylantharp87]

My boyfriend went into heart failure and died when we were on our way to an oncologist for a consult about a 10cm mass on his kidney. Only after going through his things did I find that he had been using steroids (equipoise and tren) for the entire time that we had been dating. I miss him every day

[@cselphenator]

Sorry for your loss and I hope you can find love again.

[@doingwell5380]

Gay people , lol

[@jigijay3098]

@@suryakantgiri8889bro not cool

[@euugh8877]

Im sorry for your loss.

[@LeoD-91]

@suryakantgiri8889 Dude wtf

[@padiberimah4484]

you can tell so much effort went into the video. the edit, background sound and overall quality are top notch

[@prophetseven728]

Yup! Great Advetisement for his services. $$$$$

[@JAndersen22222]

You can hear the anxiety in Dr Mikes voice, so proud of him for speaking about his anxiety and making this video through his feelings.

[@BoschBoschBabElHosh]

Dr mike is a joke😂😂without the roids he would not even go too the gym yet he has the worst form

[@philippelevesque5223]

​@@BoschBoschBabElHoshThe worst form? The guy has a doctorate in Sport Physiology which he received from East Tennessee State University. He's way more qualified than you'll ever be 😂😂😂

[@calvinlawn3457]

On another podcast or video, maybe from a couple years ago, he said that he's had panic attacks in the shower from taking steroids. It's crazy, and it sounds like it might be getting worse for him.

[@Jdj-nr2nw]

Sad to see all the doctor Mike controversy too. I was a huge fan of him before but I won’t get into too much details al

[@BoschBoschBabElHosh]

@@philippelevesque5223 with all that paper he cant last a day without roids and still looks very bad. Biggest joke in the industri Mike... sorry Dr mike hahah

[@ul7987]

Hey Jeff, I just subbed to your channel after following Dr. Mike & Athlean X. I'm 38 with no formal training and pretty much lead a sedentary lifestyle. I look forward to the challenges of natural training versus enhancements in the years to come. It's quite surprising to see how many people are coming out with admitting TRT use that have kept it secret for so long. Really appreciate your dedication to the community! Kudos to Mike and other special guests on this educational video as well!

[@Castro516]

I can tell dr mike was literally dealing with anxiety as he was talking, the crack in his voice as if he’s in fear, he lightens up as the interview goes on but in the beginning you can tell. I hope after his competition he lays off the gear and gets back to being healthy

[@JohnLeibfried]

Sounded like he was on t3 and Clen. More so clen. Pretty sure it was during his last prep.

[@bearpowder8807]

@@JohnLeibfried it was for a show, he goes into detail on it in a video talking about changing things

[@JohnLeibfried]

@@bearpowder8807prep means preparation for a show so pretty sure we are saying the same thing.

[@seahorserider33]

Wait what? Dr. Mike uses steroids?????? (serious question btw)

[@dipalibaul9120]

​@@seahorserider33 ... 🤡 More or less anybody with a body that looks better than our guy Jeff Nippard is 99% likely to be on steroids, the 1% being the guy who beat him in bodybuilding nationals

[@Darinsss]

I just wanna say, I really appreciated not only the information but also the honesty from Mike in the interview segment. I've had anxiety disorder, all the way up to panic disorder, and the willpower he is showing just to sit through that experience when his anxiety is probably telling him to run is impressive and inspiring. Props to him and to you for your always fire content.

[@rever6612]

You can feel the anxiety in his voice in the second part (7:18).

[@CK-nj5ug]

He looked so calm while having a panic attack. I litterally freak out when i have a panic attack😅

[@Aedantus]

@JeffNippard physician here chiming in. I work in a specialty that I come across many patients young and old that have used or are now using anabolic steroids. I really appreciate that you bring to light some of these real concerns. I have spoken with colleagues about this paradoxical effect that increased honesty amongst influencers has had on steroid usage, and that complete honesty is still not achieved by just stating that they are taking steroids and sometimes specifics about cycles. Again, very much appreciated and keep up the good work!

[@kane6529]

Can you write me a trt script Doc?

[@Iambadboy88]

There is no scientific evidence of any what he said in the video except that it makes your muscle grow (when you train) and that it has some affect to your hormones.

[@newme1589]

It seems like a paradox, but its how shaming and taboos work. The more you speak of something, doesnt matter if in a good or bad light, it will make it less scary thus more popular. It hurts to say but this video will get more people into steroids because most kids, not only cannot sit down and pay attention for 15 mins, they wont have the "fear" that previous generations had, because everyone talks about it. Its the taboo that kept most people off of steroids, not information factually showing why its bad. So now, at this point, you have to go full on "why steroids are bad" and make every parent teach to their kids, if you want a positive influence. Anything shorter than that, will end more kids

[@hmicky-mickey]

@@newme1589 The increased problem with steroids and some of the ratchet behavior with men and women is because of the many morons that give attention to "fitness influencers" that is leading to more problems. You have complete strangers that go onto social media for attention, and narcissism and cash that will say and do anything to create engagement and bring them money. The problem is that these "influencers" exist. People need to stop giving these "influencer" clowns attention.

[@bro6822]

Thankyou for this video... I was feeling small in front of my other gym mates and was about to start on testos...to be honest I found this video while researching about the roids and boy am I glad to hop in on this video first May God always keep you healthy and wealthy

[@BrocomeON.NOW.]

Side note dawg you got an immaculate phonk playlist

[@srkovkan]

Prize: Big muscles Cost: Greater risk of heart failure; Heart problems; High levels of anxiety; Degradation of intelligence; Accelerated brain aging; Hair loss / baldness; Breast formation; Testicular shrinkage; Dependence on testosterone injections; Oily skin; Acne; Psychological problems; Excessive libido; Greater risk of injuries; Shorter life expectancy; Stunted growth (height); Impedes brain development; Dependency It doesn't even make sense for anyone in their right mind to consider using steroids 💀

[@1acobus]

You get a higher sex drive but another potential side effect is getti g erectile dysfunction, so can’t even capitalise 💀

[@ReneIsSoCool101Yes]

Personally I agree with you, but unfortunately a lot people are okay with the trade off (in the moment usually) and don't typically regret it until it's too late...

[@Tr8nt]

Been on for 6 years and have only had elevated sex drive, strength and size gains. None of the negatives either physical or psychological. 34 and still have a full head of hair lol

[@goazer2]

Another thing that they didn't go into is if you use steroids and also use other substances it can be extremely dangerous. Mixing some drugs with steroids will straight up kill you.

[@sticklebacketienne]

@@goazer2 totally false. Give an example

[@hunterellis8714]

guys crack is so great, i can mumble at maximum speed underneath a bridge.

[@Ninjjadog]

😂😂😂

[@ShortKingofKings]

If you're going to take an upper, I beg all of you to take just regular pharmaceutical dexamphetamine (Amphetamine, speed). Not methamphetamine. Just amphetamine. It's not neurotoxic unless of course you overdose or take it chronically in highly sustained and highly repeated non therapeutic doses (all things are neurotoxic at some point, of course the ceiling is lower with neurologically active substances). However there IS A REASON that fighter pilots take this shit, there's a reason it's given to people with severe ADHD like myself, there's a reason test pilots, navy seals, the lunar landings

[@rdrrr]

​@@ShortKingofKingsFuck recreational cannabis legalize recreational speed 👌

[@AndyMiller-v3f]

​@@ShortKingofKingsI bet they've done also a ton of coke whilst they filmed the lunar landings in area 54 and Hollywood 😂😂😂

[@divorex4285]

@@ShortKingofKings Or maybe the reason why we take amphetamines is to meet the unrealistic expectations and demands of modern work society that is unsustainable for humans and that is why we are developing mental health disorders such as ADHD at an exponential rate

[@matthewgalvano7248]

I LOVE seeing you and Dr. Mike working together. As good as it gets

[@rockenrenzo]

Bro became my science teacher

[@moodi3340]

My buddy passed away from a heart attack at 27. He had a existing heart condition he didn’t know about. He was a bodybuilder and had aspirations to compete. I still can’t believe how he passed away especially how I was thinking myself of getting on.

[@GigglewithFelix321]

You have a great pic, sorry for your loss.

[@CrimpKeeper]

So your friend didn’t take the proper precautions to ensure he could use steroids safely. Got it 👍🏽

[@Holyrice31]

​@@CrimpKeeper Hold on, are you serious? There is no safe way to use steroids. Even if there were, it would involve significant risks. Would you really consider that, knowing all the potential side effects? I honestly believe that people who feel they need steroids just to appear bigger should consider psychological support instead of wasting their money. With all due respect to those who have lost their lives, it is our duty to spread awareness about the consequences of using these drugs. Your comment potentially encourages others to research how to use steroids "safely," which is not okay. We need to be more responsible with our words.

[@CrimpKeeper]

@@Holyrice31 how much research have you done on steroids?

[@Crasky1992]

​@@Holyrice31The guy is either a troll, or brain dead from his own steroid use. I completely agree regarding those feeling they want or need steroids seeking psychological help. There's clearly some form of body dysmorphia that needs addressing.

[@myVIDdump]

0:33 this just made me think creatine is sick. 1/10th the gains of steriods for no risk.

[@toomanyblocks8448]

the problem is it will slow down as much or more than your natural gains

[@user-ii7xc1ry3x]

I don't think it's that linear. That's when comparing the first year alone, I believe the creatine gains are kinda flat (as in it's not a 2pound/year again) while PEDs keep adding up year after year (albeit less and less each time)

[@eren4134]

It includes water tho

[@vignesh1065]

A big chunk of it's just water

[@Anonymous-gq7ho]

​@@vignesh1065I mean, it's still a lean mass. I'll take it.

[@broccoliface4501]

Man, Dr Mike even sounds on edge in this one

[@muhammadadityarachman8395]

yeah, noticed that too. very jittery, no?

[@F_E_U]

i agree, he did say he was very anxious and being in therapy right now no?

[@broccoliface4501]

@@F_E_U yh I know, I'm just saying it's apparent externally so you know it's bad

[@quinten2083]

They are using ai to enhance the audio quality, which is causing it to sound weird. nothing to do with his actual voice

[@muhammadadityarachman8395]

@@quinten2083 Most likely. But visually, he does look like he's somewhat anxious.

[@DarrellBlackandBlue]

JN--you never disappoint. Your honesty and clarity and lack of ego make you a treat to watch!

[@Paschus]

So my Skin is growing something called Cbum? Does not sound too bad!

[@sokolaad1238]

i heard that too haha

[@nishantprakash5928]

So you are saying that cbum is inside us at this very moment?

[@Paschus]

He lives in us!

[@Democratsknowbidensucks]

Cbum comes with a case of late stage kidney disease. Bro is looking like ian vallaire at this point....

[@rockyevans1584]

I have a lot of cbum on my face

[@iain2298]

Seeing Dr Mike so vulnerable was genuinely upsetting, but big up the honesty 👏

[@smirbelbirbel]

There is a video on his channel dedicated to the side effects of PEDs, well worth a watch! The way this was cut, colour graded and underlaid with sad music made it seem a little more weepy than Mike intended, see his own comment above. But anyways, I agree that him being to the point and honest about the side effects is very valuable.

[@TheEditorJosh]

Thank you for letting me do the music editing on this video, Jeff! Working with the team was a lot of fun 🤝

[@lukelun]

The algorithm seemed to love it, with how it matched the last 2 vids within 1 day. pretty shocking

[@user-zc8sq3wr9f]

Stop lying 😂

[@Chef8898]

Thats such cheap and lame self advertisement

[@Hoggins]

@@Chef8898 Literally in the description my guy

[@Chef8898]

@@Hoggins Doesnt make it less lame

[@luisduran7406]

You’re literally saving a lot of young persons with this type of videos !

[@bladenovak]

Aaaaand I'm back to "Fuck that, I will never take that shit", thanks Jeff!

[@kev2633]

I sometimes need a bit of a reminder too.

[@0zone_X-u9x]

you could hop on androgel... its just a testosterone cream absorbed by the skin...

[@flor.7797]

IQ thingy is likely not permanent though

[@TheAsianUnicorn007]

Key word, likely ​@@flor.7797

[@UltraGalacticSuperFantastic]

@@flor.7797 is that a risk you're willing to take? lol

[@Fabi_003]

people on steriods grinding for their testosterone lvls as if they were milestones is crazy

[@fdu6]

Truly f'd up

[@a2shiesty1]

Death speedrun

[@Zx6rBlue]

Like power levels in dbz lol

[@CrniWuk]

Life is an RPG and you gota grind those stat gains!

[@liaml.e.5964]

Speed running to the grave.

[@katadromeasgr]

Took a few years on the entire internet for someone to finally make a proper video on steroids and what happens (visual and acoustic presentation). And this is why you have 4m+ subs. Thank you.

[@ConnoisseurOfExistence]

There are tons of videos about roids...

[@StrongBodymindandspirit]

Took a few years? You suck at researching 😂

[@MA-xl3zx]

​@@ConnoisseurOfExistence probably his first day on the Internet lol

[@RaPiiDzzzz]

he takes them himself so he would know

[@tudor7245]

@@RaPiiDzzzzdont be a dck

[@4evah21]

7:49 sadly Jeff had to learn about this first hand🤦🏿‍♂️

[@_Feyd-Rautha]

Lol we had the same thought

[@unknowntravisYT]

I have insane respect for Dr Mike. He is always entertaining, but keeps shit real 24/7. Plus his advice is normally good, just as long as it doesn't involve chains and a basement

[@lucas.j7211]

...Dr Mike also likes to measure food servings with his finger and his fist. Strange habit no ? 🙄

[@bhishmapitamah287]

@@lucas.j7211 just another use of fingers and fists for him

[@Generic_Name_1-1]

​@@lucas.j7211no?

[@ggzawi]

@@lucas.j7211Not really.

[@thatdude9091]

@@lucas.j7211So?

[@bosszvolensky]

You are explaining complicated things simple way and editing videos is out of this world. 10/10 Content Creator.

[@s.akhtarjoomun263]

I thought you said his explaining complicated things for you.

[@raphaelmorgenshtern3939]

I feel another thing you didn't quite mention but glossed over is the play in the psychological effects of steroids can have into the decision of taking them. The message you sent at the end is great, that many people aren't truly at their natural limits and aren't far enough into their lifting experience to consider enhancement wisely. But those same people, at least most of them, don't genuinely think they are at their natural limits anyway. Not everyone can dedicate the time and effort needed throughout diet and training to reach physiques they may want. And even more pervasive, not everyone actually has the motivation, the drive, or the mental stamina when they're already in the gym to give their all in the ways that count consistently. Steroids alongside "roid rage" and dramatically increased libido, have hormonal and psychological effects that will genuinely put you in the place to be motivated to train and to do it as hard as you can. That is a huge reason people FAR from their natural limits will still find it a good idea to take steroids, as an investment into their psychological capability of effort and motivation now while they are young. And this is one of the most concerning parts of the conversation. Once you're off cycle, not only will you lose the muscle you risked so much to gain but you also start to feel horrible. Incredibly low sex drive in your youth, no motivation, depression, preexisting problems with body image being magnified a 100 fold. This lays the entire fold out on a base for SERIOUS addiction. And that's barely scratching the surface of how steroid use tends to only increase because surprise surprise, body dysmorphia issues and the intent to do anything to fix them don't stop once you gained that ever evasive dozen or so pounds of muscle you dreamed of when you first started. The psychological conversation of steroids is at least in my opinion, the most concerning and important part of the conversation. Physical side effects like this are no where near concerning enough to young teenagers or young adults to keep away a set of drugs that otherwise promises them the world they dream of in their youth.

[@owen-trombone]

Great comment, a lot of helpful insights. There’s enough here for Jeff to do a whole video about.

[@Deathhead68]

This is one of the best comments I've ever read on a fitness video and its so true. I feel like there's a major mindset adjustment that needs to happen for a lot of steroid users. Mental health (and by that I mean literally how you feel and approach life and your habits) is obviously tied into everything to a huge extent.

[@Jonathan-A.C.]

Amazing comment bro ❤

[@TheDarkestPaladin]

tbh I am well read in medicine to understand how steroids work and choose not to ever use them, but as for the natural limits, I don't think I have the drives to spend 4 hours at the gym everyday, it's just boring, I mean I am planning to keep up 2 hours ish 6-5 days a week but I think speak for most people when I say that 4 hours 7 days a week like most of the big gym people sounds hard ( maybe if you had someone to train with idk). It might be because I'm new and just getting into this, I am overweight and chose to try and do something about it. but some of the commitment for maximising natural gains sound a bit too much, it is okay to change you diet, but I don't think I can stand eating huge meals 5 times a day, that's just too much food. Maybe I am just clueless on what I said who knows, at least people on the internet make it sound rather hard to fix your body but least we can do is try and do something about it. but to go back to the pain point, I get it a lot of people don't know how steroids work and see it as an easy way to improve their body not realising that it might not give them the same effects and they basically burn through their cell regenerations hence why they age faster. Not to mention certain muscles we won't want to grow end up growing for example the heart.

[@Copemaxer]

There is no natural limit.

[@mightynoob45]

Dr. Mike gives good advice, I could hear the anxiousness in his voice, its concerning I watch his channel too, hope he keeps it together, mad respect for his honesty

[@Deathhead68]

Yeah sounded like when you're really nervous giving a presentation.

[@kingcamilo]

i felt that acted out

[@meatsauce12]

it sounds more like a microphone issue

[@Disquiet925]

@@meatsauce12mic can cause a bit of stutter and jittery speech?

[@meatsauce12]

@@Disquiet925 yes mike doesn't usually sound like that

[@StephanieButtermore]

I’m biased, but easily one of your best videos 🙌🏼 I hope everyone actually watches it through 🙏🏼

[@Jackson-e4k]

Based

[@Iii-l5v]

Y biased?🤔

[@RAWDEAL064]

Yeah more like based

[@ixwd]

@frederikbosman3278 She's saying she's biased, not the video

[@Iii-l5v]

I don’t think it was biased either but I genuinely want to know y steph nippard thought so. I mean she is pretty smart too so it should be an interesting reason

[@guitargod66]

Outstanding video. Jeff, I started following you almost 10 years ago when I first got into weightlifting. It started as something to stay in shape as I had recently got a desk job. It quickly turned into an obsession as I started noticing gains and learning more about all of it. Your channel was instrumental not only in my learning journey, but also keeping me from going down the steroid route. It’s funny now to think that I almost took the plunge. I had friends on it and others in the gym were on it. It was very tempting. Looking back, I would have felt like an idiot for going down that road. I’m 31 now and married for 6 years. Steroids would have impacted my life in significantly negative ways, and I’m glad i didn’t go down that road. Thanks for doing what you do for the fitness community. You really care about what’s best for peoples lives in the big picture, and it shows.

[@JoelMathew-qk1qh]

Psychedelics are just an amazing discovery. It's quite fascinating how effective they are for depression and stress..saved my life.

[@Heisenberg-35]

Psychedelics definitely have potential to deal with health issues like anxiety and depression, I would like to try them but it's just hard to source out here.

[@calebsarah9985]

I'm feeling the same way too. I put so much on my plate and it definitelv affects mv stress and anxietv levels

[@JordanRike]

I was having this constant and unbearable anxiety because of university stress. Not until I came across Ted Winston, a very intelligent mycologist, He saved my life honestly.

[@anitaknothy7572]

Is he on telegram?

[@Edgarasmiskinis]

HE’S MOSTLY ON INSTA , USING THE USERNAME

[@jorgelopezromero9622]

Jeff, Dr. Mike, and Derek from MPMD - this is like the Avengers Endgame of KZbin fitness influencers.

[@MaitreSpader]

Athlean X anybody ?

[@fudgefactor1639]

Trade off: - Bigger muscles For: - Inflated heart - Shrunken balls - Shorter height (if you start early) - Breast tissue (???) - Anxiety and panic disorder - Injury Risk - Baldness - Lower IQ and an aged brain (dementia risk) - Acne Yeah bro. Hard decision

[@Sage792]

eh worth it

[@magoo5947]

Idk bro that’s a lot of positives

[@JM-hm3pj]

Does the lower IQ come before steroids or after? Its hard to tell with the gear heads I've known.

[@esbrasill]

Trade off: - Nothing For: - Big ugly muscles - Inflated heart - Shrunken balls - Shorter height (if you start early) - Breast tissue (???) - Anxiety and panic disorder - Injury Risk - Baldness - Lower IQ - Acne

[@DiskoKDiskoL]

Liver goes to shit, also a cool feature.

[@user-tq2og9cw7q]

Good clip! I am 49 years old, I work out everyday, not lifting everyday, but som kind of training everyday. I have never taken steroids, not even suplements - basic training and I eat normal. I've been working out all my life, first sports and when I stopped doing gym and cardio. Of course, I've always thought, why not take a shortcut, but I've never done it - I haven't dared and I've always thought that there are consequences later in life. Now I'm later in life, I have good muscle mass and good mobility, whereas those who took steroids when we were younger have lots of health problems. They get sick easily, I hardly ever get sick - about once every three years, they feel tired, I have energy - they can't run, I can run, they can't sleep well, I sleep like I always did, they have different symptoms with the body that they don't know what they are, I don't feel anything like that. Life is long and you train to be able to be alert, awake and enjoy life for real and not for social media. All my friends who trained like me, we live a better life than those who took steroids - much better. But of course, they were fit on the beach for a few years and now they live in constant health fear. It's not worth it, train, eat, sleep, repeat. Nothing more is needed.

[@chitra___]

This. The reason people go awry is because they're too worried for nothing. No matter who you are, if you train, eat, sleep properly for 10 years, you WILL get jacked and strong and athletic. No one has genetics that doom them to eternal weakness.

[@user-tq2og9cw7q]

@@chitra___ Why do people take the short cut. Steroids or starving the body - go to the gym, eat what your body need - not only what your tongue likes.

[@chitra___]

@@user-tq2og9cw7q These people don't have their heart in the right place. Even all the pros who use PEDs have trained like athletes for YEARS before they start gear. Amateur lifters taking steroids is much like newbie gamers using cheats; they want the the rewards of patience and work without putting in said patience and work.

[@bt3324]

Do you think vitamins and fish oil supplements are worth it?

[@chitra___]

@@bt3324 If you eat fish/fortified eggs and you eat plenty of vegetables and fruits, no. If you don't, maybe. I don't eat fish and have been considering omega-3 supps, but they're quite expensive tbh.

[@that.dawson]

This video actually helped convince me not to give in to the temptation of trying roids. Thank you.

[@BrocomeON.NOW.]

Same big dawg 🙏🙏

[@minorityman9560]

This is probably one of the best and most well structured videos I’ve ever seen! Really good job

[@xhixhra5541]

Probably because the writing had a heavy helping of Kurzgesagt kzbin.info/www/bejne/laOlgaqrZ9qGY9k

[@walkinguphill5178]

Good on you, Nippard, for admitting your gear “ponderings”. It’s a bird that flies over my head about once a week. What keeps the urge at bay is I’d have to be on TRT the rest of my life, and for me, that’s the biggest deterrent. Being healthy and taking my body to its potential while taking care of it has always been the goal. Thank you for the transparency and the on point content as always

[@TheNativeTwo]

I had to go on TRT anyway, no gear. 30 years old testosterone was 255 ng/dl. By 38 it was 150 ng/dl with some pretty severe side effects. Doctors couldn’t find a reason for it to be that low. I now take .18 ml injection twice a week, and my testosterone level last checked was 480 ng/dl, about normal and no more symptoms of low testosterone.

[@BobMcgee-ed3hb]

Jeff, this video is an absolute game-changer! As someone who's been lifting for over 10 years, the constant pressure to hop on gear has always been there. Seeing someone with your influence take such a balanced and informative approach to this topic is incredibly refreshing. It really emphasizes the importance of staying natural and focusing on long-term health. Your dedication and transparency are truly inspiring. Keep up the fantastic work! 💪

[@JBSbass]

constant pressure to get on gear? who do YOU hang out with? steroids would have to be the biggest secret people keep but people are pressuring you to take them? what BS., you're talking about giving in to your ego and probably want that pat on the back nobody has given you for being " so strong "

[@han-pq3qp]

@@JBSbass roidrage on display 😂

[@John-mk3oe]

I"m 64 and just started Anavar, Test E...I saw the same biased BS in this video as all the rest.

[@zake64]

​@@John-mk3oeWhat in this video, may I ask, was "biased BS"?

[@John-mk3oe]

@@zake64 Zionism, climate change and steroids are topics filled with agenda/bias. The masses don't think critically and are influenced by all this manipulative propaganda. They can't separate the important facts from the unimportant ones. Four cosmetic side effects of Testosterone should NOT be listed next to life threatening possible side effects. That's mind manipulation created to motivate young cosmetic obsessed people from even considering steroids. The "authorities" all do it. I see straight through it now because I studied it.

[@albincarle5783]

I've been dealing with anxiety for a few years, although not because of steroids. I would like to ask the comment section to have more empathy for Dr. Mike. Calling him a drug addict and saying this is his own fault isn't necessary. Most people probably can't relate but anxiety can really be the worst thing in the world. Just the fucking worst. I salute him from being open about it and wish him the best.

[@railasvuo]

I have a very bad anxiety disorder left from drug use (not steroids). I used to take benzos for 10 years, but I stopped because I don't want to use anything anymore. I have an understanding for everyone who suffers from this and I don't judge anyone

[@noneyabusiness3253]

Anxiety is horrific but he’s choosing it, it makes no damn sense to me that you could ever want to do that to yourself but that goes back to this is clearly an addiction for him and I hope he gets a handle on it soon.

[@lovablesnowman]

He's choosing to be anxious. He's choosing to take drugs that cause his anxiety. He's absolutely a drug addict

[@sarimanwermufti5809]

Hearts only find peace with the remembrance of God

[@JohnMcAfee-se9ms]

Sooo many people I know claim they have anxiety issues and have a huge Starbucks coffee in the morning​@@lovablesnowman

[@TimelyAbyss]

My uncle was a bodybuilder in his youth making heavy use of steroids, stopped for his 30s and got back into it in his 40s and hit the steroids heavy. He won a local competition at 46 and was dead of heart failure at 54.

[@AlexMartiniGuitar]

I respect Dr. Mike and his honesty. With so much misinformation out there, it’s refreshing to say the least. I’m appreciative that he got so vulnerable. Thanks for compiling this Jeff.

[@lovablesnowman]

On one hand I respect the honesty. On the other hand he can fix it tomorrow by stopping taking steroids. It almost like talking to a drug addict

[@matthelldoerfer9444]

Keep doing what you’re doing Jeff. You’re smart and strong and have a kind heart. At lot of people out there aren’t blessed like you are. No wonder people are coming at your throat. Literally

[@silentvalentine8718]

I used a "TRT" mini cycle a few years ago and something that wasn't mentioned but worth noting in my case is that if you suffer from depression it probably isn't smart to do this. Steroids may cause anxiety dose dependently but they also make you feel more confident, they make you feel powerful and like you're in control. It 100% cured my depression while I used them, that said nothing since then has ever made me feel that way again. I long for that feeling more than I do to get bigger, unless you're willing to commit for life just don't do it yet. Committing for life also means accepting you probably won't have kids since you'll always be cruising it, so either be okay with that or prepare at a "milk" bank so you still can. Personally I plan to wait until I've had a family and don't want more kids before getting back on permanently.

[@hanskazan7403]

you can make babys on steroids just fine bro just take hcg with it your balls will stay ther normal size

[@nationalsocialism3504]

There's TGT (Total Hormone Therapy) which adds an every other day pill which keeps your balls turned on. Doing a TRT/TGT under doctor supervison with a prescription... Test, estrogen blocker, & one to keep your balls active from a prescription under doctors supervison with blood work every 3 months. In a year on it the doctor has had to reduce my dosage twice as i went well above the 1000 mark

[@badass1g]

I agree about children part. I’ve been on test for 20 years and I’m def shooting blanks this whole time.

[@nationalsocialism3504]

@@badass1g there's a pill that you take every other day which solves that issue... that's only a problem if you make it a problem

[@silentvalentine8718]

@@badass1g from what I understand in most cases pct can generally help with fertility before the age of 40. Have you ever tried that or have you just stayed on? I’m not sure if the longer you cycle if it can make the whole process of regaining fertility harder or not

[@g_rr_tt]

to me, a lifter of 15 years, the point of lifting is to stay younger for longer; I've never used gear, but have experimented with "testosterone boosters" like DAA (still currently take it). In my early 20's, it was to become the biggest, baddest, strongest dude that everyone respects, but as I matured I realize that was just me compensating for my inferiority complex I had. Now it's all about health, both physical and mental.

[@johncliffalvarez6513]

This is the most candid and most transparent video I have ever seen on a prevalent issue that has gone unspoken in length with the fitness industry. Awesome job, Jeff! Also, I have so much respect for Mike. You guys rock.

[@shirocp]

I’m 46 years old and I remember being in my teens and looking up to Arnold and the entire Golden Era of bodybuilding. I was so naive and didn’t know they used steroids (I was only 15 yrs old) and it was so hard to get access let alone know anyone who sold steroids. Now, with the impact of social media anything and everything is so accessible to very young kids. Influencers should definitely be held accountable for their followers and let them know what’s safe and what’s dangerous and risky. Thank you for always sharing your thoughts and opinions, and a great deal of information about this topic.

[@darrylscott740]

ZERO STEROIDS for me!! One study talked about the deaths, one needs to be done on the quality of life. Flex, Colman, etc. are so messed up! I almost did it, I came along with Flex and I used to workout with one of Lee Haney’s guys, but now I am soooo glad that I did not shoot up!!🙏🏾

[@2011hwalker]

plus the huge issue of your self esteem when you come off steroids, which you will eventually....

[@renoir.kobashi]

Amen brother

[@Jamiey-]

Homos

[@silvrfpp]

tongkat ali

[@Hu54644]

I like peppermint candy canes. Thats doesn’t make me Santa Claus.

[@TheUndergroundHustle]

This has been some of the best open conversation about steroids I have seen in recent time. I look up to Dr. Mike and appreciate the honesty.

[@briandavidofficial]

I had a friend who took a bunch of steroids and ended up going to the ER four times over the next two months thinking he was dying. Every time he went, the hospital told him it was just anxiety. There are so many expressions of "strength" worth pursuing, would love to see a movement of strong lifters who also build strong families, strong marriages, strong careers, strong friendships, and shoot, strong relationships with God too. That's my angle! Great video Jeff!

[@servantofthelord8147]

Yeah, the longer I explore this space the less captivated I am by my initial pursuit of physical size and strength. I’m learning to be content with what I already have.

[@egg9495]

Its nice to see a man talking about body dysmorphia and how getting big wont fix it

[@joshuaeasterly7273]

Stay natty, Jeff! You’re already jacked and we need heroes who maintain their sanity. You look great man, don’t get greedy and sell yourself out. You don’t have to be a crusader, but there are reasons you haven’t injected yet. And if you’re worried about not keeping up with the other influencers, just remember that there’s already 1000 jacked steroid users fighting for those clicks. How many natty’s are on your level? Very few. It’s important work you’re doing, imo.

[@Dialogos1989]

I abused steroids in my 20s for about 3 years straight, blast and cruise, never cycled off. When I finally decided it wasn’t worth it, there had already been some permanent damage. Within months I experienced severe mental health problems. I couldn’t focus on anything, was overwhelmed by anxiety most of the time, and lost any ambition to accomplish anything. Eventually I sought help, and tried anti depressants, anti anxiety meds, and even ADHD medication. While these drugs certainly did something, they didn’t treat the underlying issue, and their effects lost potency over time. Eventually, I was encouraged by a friend to check my test levels. I was 33 at the time, and my test was 302 ng. While this is technically within normal range (barely) I was still encouraged by my dr to try TRT and see how I respond. I feel normal now. Very grateful for TRT.

[@nickps2251]

Did u PCT

[@JerrenBrewster]

Happy you’re good. Do you still gym? Or exercise?

[@Dialogos1989]

@@nickps2251 Yep. But it was all underground stuff

[@gemininy1211]

​@@nickps2251he did not but even if u do, steroids cause permanent damage to your organs and have side effects u can see as well like female breast tissue

[@Dialogos1989]

@@JerrenBrewster yes. I never really stopped the gym other than during lockdown.

[@Whyamisocold]

I just wanted to let you know how helpful and useful this video was for me. As a 14 year old teen that has been lifting for around a year and a half now steroids have been a very confusing topic for me because of how many influencers use steroids now and aren’t honest about it. it’s hard to set realistic standards nowadays because of this issue and I’ve struggled to set realistic goals on my weightlifting journey because of this. This video also helped me understand what steroids do and the pros and cons of them. I have now realized I will never do steroids ever and I would love to see how far I am able to get naturally just like you. Thank you for everything you have done for the fitness community and please keep keeping on because with all these amazing videos I think you have become one of my favorite people to watch. Thanks

[@Acheron666]

Bro, you’re 14. You shouldn’t have even been thinking about doing gear in the first place, because you don’t need it at your age. Maybe when you’re in your 40s you’ll benefit from it, but until you hit that age, your test levels will be naturally high, so you will make gains, especially in your late teens to mid 20s. Gear also makes you infertile while you’re on it, so if you want to have a family somewhere down the line, it’s best not to do gear.

[@ritzjulien6357]

You’re 14 dude. Just stay off social media and you’ll win

[@lovablesnowman]

You're 14 ffs. Don't go near any gear. Not only will it have debilitating health effects it won't actually make much difference to you. Because you're 14...

[@rangozilla6274]

Your comment shows a level headed young man, whoever helped you get to where you are should be proud. I can't imagine how hard it would be growing up in the modern age with so much conflicting information at your disposal. But judging by your comment, I think you'll make good choices in your life, as the key is to fully evaluate your significant life choices. As someone who has made all manner of good and bad decisions throughout my life, I can say that what is ultimately important is longevity. Focus your goals on being able to be as mobile as possible so that you can enjoy life for as long as possible and get the most out of it. Being huge isn't necessarily best for your health in the long run, I think calisthenics is really the best way to go. But whatever you do and however you train, best of luck for the future.

[@garroncollins3775]

I wanna say I really appreciate how articulate and mature you are for only being 14. Definitely ahead of where I was. Keep on the path you’re on and you’ll be solid. Good shit kid

[@HeavenlyFloodofRegen]

Great video! As important as this subject is and how well treated, am I the only one fascinated by the editing of the conversation with Dr. Mike as evidenced by the clock (which was not from 2-3 lol)?

[@hc3941]

This is an amazing video. I am 20 in September; have been lifting for a few years. Recently started increasing the intensity of my gym sessions and focusing on a proper diet. I have already started noticing faster gains. I often get compliments of my friends who do not lift that I am ‘wham’, needless to say when I’m in the gym I feel small. So many people do steroids now it takes away from the people who put in even more effort naturally… I am always debating if I should start a cycle. You have made me realise I am on the right path. The journey might be harder, slower and more painful but in the end it will be worth it. The gym is about getting healthy, not becoming unhealthy to have big guns. Don’t take steroids people!

[@capoman1]

It is your choice. For instance I started at age 37 after years of research to see the true risks... But yes, you can choose to "have big guns" lol. But I found at my age, muscle wasn't the most extreme benefit, decreased depression and enhanced mood, increased energy and less need for sleep, libido of a teenager, extreme confidence, those were much more noticeable than some popping veins or big guns... Of course the physique change got me alot of attention and compliments and turns heads.

[@ClownCallout]

Start the cycle if you want to look like an absolute fkn freak show, with a physique that makes you look like tumours are popping out your body, and that the vast majority of women are repulsed by.

[@Tardigradable]

​@@capoman1and risk of heart failure as well. Don't forget that.

[@PLana-9459]

Good job! Continue to do the right thing and stay safe.

[@apseudonym]

you're 20. you're a baby. just enjoy your health and your youth

[@wesrobinson7506]

Praying for you Dr. Mike for freedom from your anxiety

[@kane6529]

Dr.Mike worships Arnold not god brother

[@Dm3qXY]

freedom!? that's there to stay..

[@rumplefuorskin5980]

Methyl 1 Testosterone was LEGALLY sold in GNC when I was in high school. Around 2005 I hopped on my first cycle around the age of 15. Man it was amazing, felt like superman and had amazing gains that I kept my whole life, but I certainly crashed hard coming off and of course I didn't use PCT. Even though I managed to keep most of my gains and continued to train hard...psychologically it took a toll. I was and have always been more aggressive and it ruined relationships and friendships over the course of my life. I am way more chill now in my 30s, and keep myself and emotions under control but the feeling inside still amps up at times like when I was on the stuff back in the day.

I never leave comments, but its so nice to see someone be honest about steroid use. Thx for the clip! And Dr Mike is awesome, his honesty is relieving.

[@neumanotavio]

Is this title inspired by Kurzgesagt? lol

[@Bodybuilding_Mine]

lol

[@Sayquidnidly]

Smoking is awesome.

[@WolfNRaven]

Can you elaborate?

[@xJustForKiicks]

@@WolfNRaven There's a recent Kurzgesagt video about the side effects of smoking cigarettes that is titled "Smoking is Awesome," and the video clearly explains the benefits and downsides of smoking. It's a very objective video and makes it clear that there are benefits to smoking, but also make it very clear just how not worth it the benefits are given how bad the downsides are. Seems similar to this video from Jeff (so far, I'm only a few minutes in)

[@WolfNRaven]

@@xJustForKiicks oh ok. Lol

[@CubeHead]

videos like this one are so important in a world full of misleading information, thanks for making this

[@crackle-god]

Agreed thanks Jeff!

[@Feverstockphoto]

I'm starting on ZBLL this week! That's steroids for 3x3 cuber's 🙂. I'm hoping to reach sub 20 by 2026 👍

[@aionlover3981]

Me: Recommends Jeff Nippard to everyone, including my family, because I consider him to be one of the best ,most responsible and knowledgeable fitness influencers. Jeff: STEROIDS ARE AWESOME

[@stunnaman9]

Hes also an asshole in real life I heard

[@raidersandkingsfan]

Thank you for talking about the dangers of steroid use. So many people act like they are harmless. I am a lifelong natural lifter as well. Been working out for nine years and have built an amazing body that I love. Sure, I'm not going to win Mr. Olympia, but I am happy with my physique, and it gets me many compliments from others. I also still have all my hair in my 30s, and look young for my age.

[@Sithari66]

14:05 Dude you're huge. Sometimes I feel like what's the point of working out if everyone who I'd aspire to look like is on gear but seeing you gives me hope.

[@beantea5592]

Up till this video I was certain he was on steroids and now I'm wondering if I'm actually wrong or he's trying to discourage the use of steroids by saying he's not on them.

[@yeter22yeter]

@@beantea5592 if you really think he is clean maybe it is time for you to do more research about steroids

[@maxdamagusbroski]

Nippard is on PEDs. "But he has such an innocent face!". Someone on steroids: "But he's not even that big!". "Yo, he's quite short, short guys look bigger". He's on PEDs. He is a liar. And lying about something like that and making your whole online identity about being natty, casts everything else he says into doubt. This isn't jealousy, this isn't cope. His pretending to be natty, while using, is his marketing strategy. Like you say, you look at him, and buy the bullshit. He sells you hope. That hope is horseshit.

[@brandonsteele2826]

I'd say don't compare yourself to others. Just because one person can look a certain way naturally, doesn't mean anyone can.

[@FirstSword-o6f]

If not sarcasm - hopefully that's a short-lived hope.. Don't be fooled.

[@Hdtjdjbszh]

Dialling nutrition up to 11 entirely changed my body more than I expected after 3 years of serious lifting, I went from being at good-nutrition 80% of the time to great-nutrition 90% of the time, hitting macros 28+ days out of 30, eating a fistload of veggies every day, and keeping my calories at about 100-200 above maintenance, takes more effort than working out tbh. Worth it.

[@DAMfoxygrampa]

Congratulations bro, nutrition is easily the hardest part of lifting. Most people have an appetite that isn't quite optimized for their goals

[@FitLabb]

One of the best, most thorough, and most responsible videos I’ve ever seen on the topic of steroids. I’ve always been aware of the negatives to using PEDs, which is why I decided a long time ago to never touch the stuff, as I want to live as long and healthy a life as possible…but I can see how people who don’t focus on their longevity or who value the quick short term gains over the many potential health and lifestyle risks can decide to use PEDs. More people need to watch this video, as education is everything on this topic. 💪

[@Coffee_is_ready]

I agree. I find it worrying for the target audience of many of these bodybuilding influencers, the young teenagers and early 20 year old guys (and maybe gals?). When you are young you think you are invincible and that you are the exception and the negative effects won't apply to you. And body dysphoria is a really problem in that age group as well. With girls it used to be the thing above everything (anorexia). And now for boys it is the muscles (for girls as well, although I find it actually positive for women to be strong. The beauty standards for women is to be thin and weak. Too long have we heard you get "bulky " if you lift a bit of heavier weights. All not true. I just worry that everything will go into the extremes as well for girls.)

[@clubbizarre]

Well, you look fkin amazing so you did everything right

[@brandonaparicio3324]

I truly appreciate your research and good to see fellow members of the STEM community educating people with fully researched answer

[@harambereincarnate]

Much respect to you Jeff and for Dr. Mikes humility. I have always appreciated dr. Mike and his perspective despite my complete lack of interest in PEDs. I pray you retain your health sir.

[@GeographyGeek]

I think there are lot of people that need to find some other interests and social circles outside of bodybuilding to see how ridiculous it is to even consider taking steroids. There are an infinite amount of other hobbies that aren't detrimental to your physical and mental health. Keep lifting, just stay off the juice. You probably look great as is.

[@spurgear]

Gym culture is kinda shitty, but NPC and IFBB takes it to full retard levels.

[@yanciy2506]

I agree, when you meet people who don’t go to the gym and have different hobbies you realize how it doesn’t matter to anyone how huge you are or how much you lift.

[@GeographyGeek]

I wrote this reply to someone but they deleted it. I took to the time to write it so I might as well post it - Not dismissing the hobby. I think it's a great hobby to have. I'm really dismissing the idea that steroids should ever be considered and it's disappointing that three prominent KZbinrs here refuse to outright say you shouldn't take steroids. I'm also stating I think having more experiences outside of the hobby would actually give a lot of people more perspective into the hobby. It would be a lot easier to accept what's good for your health and what's dangerous. A lot of the pressures to take steroids, insecurities that can come with body building, and the want to get the biggest possible size, etc. are largely non-existent outside of the body building community. No one cares, but it can seem that way when your entire life is centered on it and your social media algorithm is feeding you more body building content. You want to look good you can do that without risking your health. It can just be hard to see when most of your life is largely centered around it.

[@GeographyGeek]

@@yanciy2506 exactly

[@tynao2029]

Steroids isn't detrimental to your health, apparently you didn't watch the video or any bodybuilding steroid related videos

[@michaelbeholder]

Bro this is exactly the video I’ve been looking for for the past 2 years. Even after talking to lifters on gear I was still on the fence, because the whole picture wasn’t very clear. But now I know. THANK YOU 💪🏽

[@leo8646]

and what is your final conclusion will u hop on gear or not?

[@dereklee4827]

Do it, Do it, he’s gonna do it lol

[@HülyeLó]

@@leo8646 I won't. Lean is always better than big af anyways. Just look at some Greek statues for inspiration

[@febrezeairfreshner9222]

Don’t do it

[@arcticpengwinz3908]

@@dereklee4827 bro dont say that

[@ethanstovall2381]

I can't thank you enough for making such a professional, well-put-together video on this topic. I think that this video could save lives.

[@eon4444]

Thanks for the honesty Dr. Mike, hope things get better for you.

[@letsinvestigateit]

These youtubers saying they are natural not on roids is pure cringe.