Surprising Ways Testosterone (TRT) Can Impact Libido - Both Good & Bad | James Grage

[@Bikegypsy-Studio]

Solid video. Happy to subscribe. Thanks!

[@JamesGrage]

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[@skinny_sam]

It’s crazy that James is releasing all that TRT content as I started it 2 weeks ago at 27 ! haha Thank you James!

[@JamesGrage]

Happy to share.

[@GearScar]

Hey m8! If you don't mind me asking, what was your level at before starting? I'm wondering because my level was "within the normal range" but right at the bottom and things were just not working out for me in so many ways before starting TRT, and so I strongly believe the "normal range" is not for everyone, and that having an optimal level is important

[@skinny_sam]

@@GearScar oscillating between 301ng/dl and 330. When I tried my best to optimize supplements sleep working out diet etc I was around 420 but I didn’t feel any improvement on my symptoms so I would stop again etc.. it was a vicious cycle that lasted more than 2 years. I wish that I would have done that sooner tbh. It’s life saver So I agree with you. The issues nowadays is that nobody routinely checks their testosterone so we don’t know what our base level where. I heard that if your baseline is 900 and you drop to 500 you’ll feel awful

[@GearScar]

@@skinny_sam thanks for the reply! My level was just below 400 last time it was checked, I had it checked every 3 months prior to that and it was higher but continuously dropped till it got to about 350, and then I started trt, started out good and seemed to be getting better and better, until I think I made a mistake, I found a report saying how vitamin B12 can also greatly help energy and improve other things, and in a intramuscular dosage it can be mixed directly into the trt dosage, so I started doing that, now fast forward about 3 months to today, I’m getting shortness of breath, muscle weakness, tingling/numbness in random areas, joint pain, etc. which is said to be side effects from the B12, so I am very hopeful, dropping the B12 and just doing pure trt again. It’s funny because several people said B12 is super safe, whatever your body doesn’t need of it it’ll just turn into waste, and essentially you can’t go wrong with it. So hopefully after dropping the B12 everything will start to get better again

[@Lexulous123]

Thanks for this explanation, James! I’ve never tried TRT but have a friend in the UK who had a bad experience after giving it a go. He’s only 28 and while it was amazing for gains in the short term, it nearly wrecked his hormonal balance re testosterone levels after it wore off - low mood, no libido, lack of motivation to train, and low energy in general. I recommended standardised hot-water Tongkat Ali root extract as a form of PCT and it helped immensely. 3 months later he’s back in form and feeling better than ever! Think it’s definitely important to have a fall back that can help your body retain hormonal balance post cycle.

[@JamesGrage]

You're 100% correct. It's very easy for guys to focus only on the muscle building benefits of testosterone while ignoring the long list of potential unwanted side effects, that aren't as easy to remedy as just discontinuing testosterone

[@garychristopher5480]

He used to much and is not the norm when it comes to using trt in the right.

[@parkerb764]

Solid info and not a long ass video! This is how it’s done!

[@JamesGrage]

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[@chargermopar]

I have never had a libido my entire life despite having a testosterone over 600 every time it was tested. Every day I wake up with an erection despite never having erotic dreams. Girlfriends got bored with me so I stopped looking for any. The last 3 decades I have lived life and never cared. Low stress and enjoying a great steak is far better than stressing over not being interested in sex.

[@mattarndt4452]

I can relate very much to this video. I have No libido. I’ve been on TRT for about 7 years. My estrogen level is normal. However my own production of testosterone has shut down. I think that is the reason for the disappearance of my libido. I’m going to start HCG soon. I hope that will help.

[@JamesGrage]

It’s definitely important to get the guidance of a good physician as it’s a delicate balance between all the hormones, and it can vary quite a bit between individuals.

[@bozley149]

Doesnt your own production of test shut down with every guy taking trt. So all guys would be the same.. Low libido?

[@yiannis.demetriou9696]

You never stated how much you are using, what type of testosterone ester you are using and frequency of pinning and what are your blood testosterone levels. The oil in your testosterone even matters castor oil is the best it last many times over let's say peanut oil. If you are an older guy you could use some dostinex to increase your dopamine and that helps libido

[@mattarndt4452]

@@yiannis.demetriou9696 I take 200 mg of testosterone cypianate twice per week. However most of the time I’ve been on testosterone, I’ve had pellets implanted. They worked very well for about 5 years. The last 2 years I’ve lost my libido. Testosterone levels were always at high normal range, 850 to 1000. At first I was tak something to keep my own production going. I stopped doing that about 3 years in. I just started my new protocol of 200 mg injections. My nurse practitioner prescribed 3x week. However that seems too high. I’m just going to do 2x week. I’m also waiting on HCG. I think that may help my libido.

[@yiannis.demetriou9696]

@@mattarndt4452 I do not think it is a problem of testosterone but unless you are pinning with an insulin needle I would start using Test enanthate i was abusing steroids for years using Test sustanon but when I started using test enanthate my libido went through the roof. You should talk with your Dr. Of course but ask him about this especially test enanthate in castor oil and check your prolactin levels especially if you feel sleepy at odd times and give Dostinex a try, half a pill twice a week. Hcg will add a bit home made test and increase your testicle size, I myself use Triptorelin (Arvekap 0,1 mg) it stimulates the brain to secrete both Lh and Fsh vs Hcg which is a synthetic version of Lh

[@peterjackson4630]

Just like nutrition.......it's a science! thanks James

[@JamesGrage]

Exactly!

[@richardrodriguez9098]

Thank you James! This was very informative and helpful!!💪🏻🙏

[@JamesGrage]

You’re very welcome my friend 👊

[@rodrigogonzalez-c7v]

Thank you James

[@JamesGrage]

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[@razielbenisrael5667]

I want to use TRT but I'm already on finasteride for my hair and my libido is med at best and I don't want to lose my hair again but I need it because I train 3/4 days a wk and I'm 42... life is lifing!

[@JohnCapeman]

I Will advice you seek professional advice from Workoutfitnessgears They will guide you professionally on how to go about your trt program Without any side effects.

[@abrahamlincoln8913]

You are awesome! Very excellent explanation. Should be taught to all the high-school broccoli heads hopping on gear. Hint, you're messing with a very delicate system with potential cascades of issues in the future.

[@JamesGrage]

100%

[@JP-kg6wn]

Thank you right on spot

[@JamesGrage]

Glad you found it helpful! I've been on this merry-go-round so sharing at least gives other guys some insight so they can ask their physician better questions.

[@moayadalsawadahalsawadah8685]

Brother proviron 50 mg 25 in the morning and 25 at night is better it works rly good u should have talked about it in the video ,better libido and erection and it works as an inhibitor and it frees more test

[@seanster1212]

Nice... got allot from that thank you..

[@JamesGrage]

Glad to share!

[@BrentMB79]

Im 52 just had my T checked last month.... total 268 ( on trt) my free test is well below the norm. My libido is great my ED is bad... for the record Im in decent shape but the doc wont raise my trt.

[@bige2012]

Include HcG. Test at correct level, has never hurt my libido! It sometimes increases to an annoying level.

[@bogse]

Can cortisol really affect testosterone that is coming outside body meaning can cortisol lower your "high" testo from TRT?

[@glennsam32]

If you are making health changes through lifestyle and naturally it may actually take you years to re-align your health. You are learning at the same time as you are attempting to change learned behaviours that have largely been driven by pleasure ie. your poor habits. You also need to follow this creed if you decide to take artificial enhancements so you may as well get really good at turning your behaviours around before making any artificial changes. So this information is really good that you put up James, however the problem is still men want to reach for what changes them tomorrow without understanding the mechanisms/behaviours of degeneration that probably took decades to get their bodies to their current state that finally made them contemplate change.

[@KnowbodyYouknow]

does the Ta2 build programs work on tablets and ipads also?

[@JamesGrage]

Hi. Yes, you can access the programs on a tablet as well.

[@KnowbodyYouknow]

@@JamesGrage ok thank you. i am going to start with the Ta2 beginner. and work my way through. love the bands set i have. been on bed rest for a surgery for 3 months and lost all my workout progress and i wanted to start over with the programs

[@loulopez554]

Doctors are giving TRT to young men like candy nowadays.

[@JamesGrage]

It definitely seems that way....but then again, the term "TRT" somehow has become synonymous with anabolics...so you have a lot of young guys saying that they are on "TRT" when in fact it's unsupervised steroid use.

[@TheRedding409]

Hcg raises my heart rate in the 90s resting. Clomid i just feel like blah..aromasin better Ai

[@thetriggerman954]

My libido was always the best when my estradiol levels were elevated. After 10 years of trt came off 2 years ago. Now I'm just a normal civilian 😅😅

[@JamesGrage]

Yeah, that sweet spot is definitely different for every individual - it's one reason why regular bloodwork 3-4 x's a year is important. It's going to take even a good doctor a bit of adjustment to zero in on that ideal range, factoring in not just lab results but also how you feel

[@thetriggerman954]

@@keithnicholsmd6896 that's why I quit. Felt like every few months Drs wanted to see all types of labs so Dr visits and visits to the lab , then back to Drs office. Was just not worth it. My levels are around 680 now and I'm 46 years old so I'm ok with that. Don't feel like Superman anymore but I'm ok with that too

[@the_atomic_punk487]

How’d you feel when you got off trt, was it tough getting back to feeling normal? Heard stories of depression etc

[@thetriggerman954]

@@the_atomic_punk487 I felt a little off. All of the different hormones adjusting. Best advice I can give eat close to maintenance or slightly above, don't do any of those crazy keto, carnivore diets, eat all macronutrients. I recovered much faster once I realized all the diets were delaying recovery. But after the first 8 months it's smooth sailing.

[@tonehernandez8598]

@therigger why did you come off trt ?? Also did you use any pct ?

[@ravenspadegirl]

My boyfriend is concerned about free testosterone levels. His testosterone level is about 590 as a 45-year-old, but his free testosterone levels are very low. He is very worried about that. Can you give me any advice

[@JamesGrage]

Hi. So, of course I have to say that the best thing he should do is speak to a good physician who is experienced with TRT. With that said, one of the things that they will look for is SHBG (sex hormone binding globulin) levels. SHBG binds to testosterone and "locks it up" and rendering it "unusable" if you will, which lowers free "usable" testosterone levels. If SHBG is high they may prescribe something to lower it. A good friend of mine, Dr Brett Osborn will also recommend supplements like Magnesium, Boron, Vit D, EFA's and Stinging Nettle. With all that said, my guess is the first thing they'll do is suggest raising his overall testosterone levels slightly.

[@BillyJ10]

Good video. Also, if your estrogen is too low, it can affect the quality of your hard on. I am 55 years old, I've been on trt for 5 years now and I'm pretty well optimally dialed in. I have never done steroids prior to trt so the testosterone has been an absolute gamer changer for me. I take 10 mg of cialis daily to keep my blood pressure in check. But, I will say, the one peptide i began using about 4 years ago during the summer months is melanotan 2. Aside from a perfect tan, it f*cking skyrockets my libido.....lol

[@scottcarter1068]

okay you give us a bunch of info about libido but basically every medication you said it is bad so then what?

[@JamesGrage]

That's why it's important to sit down with a qualified physician and have them review both your bloodwork and your medications. This video isn't meant to offer medical advice, but instead offer some food for thought, so you can have an intelligent conversation with your doctor.

[@the_atomic_punk487]

@@JamesGragecan you recommend how to find a doctor that would be willing to review all these things? My family doc basically concerned about cholesterol levels, psa, sugar. Asked him about test levels and he said not to be concerned about that it, it naturally declines as you age.

[@JamesGrage]

@@the_atomic_punk487 so I work closely with Dr Brett Osborn out of West Palm Beach, Florida who does work with patients out of state. Google his practice name SENOLYTIX.io

[@the_atomic_punk487]

@@JamesGrage thank you

[@flow2tech]

weird .. When i'm stressed or anxious i get super horny .. The opposite as to what was said here... I guess thats where complexities come into play

[@JamesGrage]

You're correct, every individual is going to be different, but there's also other psychological factors that play a part as well. Sex is a powerful way we can change our emotional state, just like drugs, alcohol or food. So, some people eat when they're stressed, and some people want to have sex.

[@flow2tech]

@@JamesGrage True dat..Glad it's the sex part for me instead of the food

[@JamesGrage]

@@flow2tech HA! True

[@sunnydevilliers6767]

Stfuuu with the dance music man

[@gekylafas]

In short: hormones are complicated, don't play with them or you'll end up making things worse.

[@roccostiff2444]

Hormones are complicated when abused! If genuinely needed and used the correct way can be life changing, don’t be so narrow minded

[@TotalEquilibrium1]

Im 51 and have high T. 100% natural. TRT is not always the answer.

[@JamesGrage]

You're right. It should all come down to your natural testosterone levels (bloodwork) in combination with how you feel. If levels are within normal ranges and you feel great then I agree, there's no reason to use TRT.

[@eyewelderboat7872]

Shut up

[@mattarndt4452]

I would say you’re the exception, especially for us over 50. I was around 300 at age 44. I’m now 52 and been on TRT for 8 years. No regrets.

[@TotalEquilibrium1]

@@mattarndt4452 I don't believe I'm the exception. There are many like me. When experiencing low T the first port of call is to identify the root cause if you possibly can. This could be something that is unrelated, blood pressure, blood sugar, over training, thyroid function, iron overload, nutrient deficiencies just to name a few. The secret to healthy T levels as an older guy is to treat the body as an entire organism optimise the entire body not only considering testosterone. David Pascoe is 61 years and his T is higher than mine. If you have been on TRT for 8 years then it would probably cause you problems to try anything else though. All the best dude wish you well.

[@WP27G]

Cool story bro.

[@randyjohnson5426]

Ok...no way the maker of this video is just TRT...i would call it blasting anything over 70mg per week which is what males make per week in early 30's.

[@JamesGrage]

Moderate testosterone therapy, prioritizing health and longevity is all I take. I don't take TRT for my physique. You're discounting the 34+ years of grinding in the gym and consistency with my nutrition.