Planning First Cycle – Based in Sweden, Need Advice on Stack & Shipping Concerns
Hi everyone,
I’m 32 years old, 74 kg, 179 cm, and have been training seriously for 3 months. I know that’s not a long time,
but I’ve made decent progress naturally and now I’m ready to start my first enhanced cycle. I’ve spent the last few weeks
researching and reading through Eroids posts, and I’d really appreciate your experienced feedback before I begin.
My goal is to build lean, quality muscle mass while keeping fat gain and water retention minimal. I want to stay aesthetic and not just bulk up blindly.
Planned Cycle (8 Weeks):
- Testosterone Enanthate: 500 mg/week (split into 2 injections, e.g. Mon & Thu)
- Aromatase Inhibitor (AI): Exemestane 12.5 mg EOD
- Liver Support: NAC 600–1200 mg daily
- Other Health Support: Omega 3, Zinc (25 mg), B12, Vitamin D3
PCT (4 Weeks):
Starts 2 weeks after last Test injection
- Clomid: 50/50/25/25 mg
- Nolvadex: 20/20/10/10 mg
Why I’m Posting:
I live in Sweden, and I know this country has stricter border controls than most of the EU.
I’m considering ordering from a known EU-based source (not naming it here to follow forum rules),
but I’m not sure if that’s still safe or effective in 2025.
My Questions:
1. Is this cycle well-balanced for a beginner with minimal experience?
2. Are there any small additions or changes you’d recommend (like HCG, or AI protocol tweaks)?
3. Has anyone from Sweden recently ordered from any of the common sources and received their pack without issues?
4. Any stealth or safety tips you’d recommend for EU customs, especially for Sweden?
Any advice or experience you can share would really help me. I’m trying to approach this with full responsibility, proper support supplements, and good planning.
Thanks in advance!
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Definetly base the ai use on bloodwork and go minimum of 12 weeks on Test but 2 things- i would go with 400mg,it's your first cycle so your receptors are going to be fresh, if you start with more test eventually you will have to use more and more just to get use out of it, also Definetly wait a year, not only to add on more muscle and be closer to that genetic potential but if you start juicing right off the bat and start lifting like the hulk because you have this massive strength gain then you will definitely tear something quickly. Gotta let your body get ready for the battle
I’d recommend doing enclomiphene instead of clomid. If you can find a source in Sweden of course. Used it during my PCT and didn’t have any negative side effects.
-8 weeks is too short for a cycle with a long ester like Testosterone Enanthate. You’ll need a 12-14 week cycle for optimal results.
-Liver support is unnecessary in your case.
-It's best to use an AI based on bloodwork results rather than without.
3 months of training in a gym is not nearly long enough before jumping onto a steroid cycle, it should be AT LEAST 1 year before you start injecting Anabolic Steroids and even more realistic is 2. How can you know that after only 3 months you will be consistently going to the gym for the rest of your life and will be using steroids - because you are either choosing to do that or be on TRT because after that first cycle you will have forever altered your natural endocrine system, and your natty testosterone levels will never be as good again.
You say you are very consistent and train 5 days per week - WoW!! What do you think everyone else is also doing along with sleeping and eating correctly?
Thanks for your perspective, I totally understand where you’re coming from.
You’re right — 3 months of training is not much, and I’m still very new to this.
With that in mind, I’ve been doing more research on SARMs like LGD-4033 (Ligandrol) or RAD-140 (Testolone).
They seem like milder alternatives that might help with lean muscle gains without fully suppressing natural testosterone levels like injectable steroids do.
Do you think it would be smarter to start with SARMs first instead of jumping straight into something like Testosterone Enanthate?
Or would you still recommend just continuing naturally for now?
Appreciate your honesty — trying to learn the smart way.
Those sarms will definitely suppress your natural hormones as well as raise BP and F with your lipids. 3 months training isn’t shit and who knows, this lifestyle may not even stick. You’re looking for a fast track, instant gratification and need to understand it is not the responsible approach. Put on the hard work for a while and see where it goes. Ppl think drugs are magic, but they aren’t, and often lead to bad habits like eating like shit and slacking in the gym because the gear is gonna work regardless, which it is not. We’ve seen enough ppl come and go on these boards who fit that mold perfectly.
Thanks for your honest reply — I get your point and you’re absolutely right about most of what you said.
That’s actually the reason I started this thread. I know I’m new to this, and instead of just going with what I read on social media or YouTube, I wanted to hear directly from people with real experience — people who’ve seen what works and what doesn’t over time.
I’m not looking for shortcuts. I just want to understand what’s smart, what’s risky, and what’s totally unnecessary at my level — and your input helps with that.
So again, thanks for taking the time to reply. I’m here to learn and improve the right way.
anvilHere's help you will get next to nothing using long esters in 8 weeks takes 4-6 to get it fully into your system so basically you will do drugs long enough to shut your system off and then take 4 weeks to pct. DO NOT TAKE AI EOD ,unless blood work is telling you too, and most likely it will not tell you need it.
You're definitely right on the a.i use i didn't read that part before I answered below. You're also right in cycle duration the long esters usually do take a good 5-6 weeks to peak.
Thanks a lot for your input, I really appreciate it.
I haven’t started the cycle yet — I’m still in the planning phase and trying to gather as much insight as I can before taking any steps.
My main goal is to start small, stay safe, and gain lean quality muscle.
I now understand that long esters like Test E might require a longer cycle to be effective.
Do you think extending the cycle to 10–12 weeks would be a better option?
Thanks again for taking the time to help!
anvilYou can be completely safe, but you must do the blood work. The safe way is not do "linear cycles" were you pick a dose and stick to it the entire time. Do blood work pre, 5-6 weeks out, 12 weeks, 18 weeks and use the test as long as blood markers allow. This will also let you know how much AI to use. Think about if you wanna cruise and blast, PCT is a rough road to maintain the gains. Good luck to you buddy!
500 test is the traditional first cycle my only concern is you've only been training for a short while id seriously consider putting more training time under your belt before your first cycle like minum a year but otherwise looks good
Hey bro,
Thanks a lot for your feedback, really appreciate it!
You’re right — I’ve only been training for around 3 months, but I’m very consistent (5 days a week, strict diet, structured program). I haven’t started any cycle yet — I’m still in the planning stage and doing as much research as possible before making the move.
I know many recommend at least a year of natural training before starting PEDs. But since my long-term goal isn’t to stay natural, I’m trying to prepare everything properly: support supplements, bloodwork, and a solid PCT plan.
I’m taking this seriously and trying to make my first step as safe and smart as possible.
Thanks again for taking the time to share your thoughts!
If you were actually taking it seriously, you'd wait the minimum year. After 3 months, even with consistent training, how do you know which exercises work the best for you? How do you know your recoverable volume? Recoverable intensity? How to break your plateu once your newbie gains stall?
Thanks for the solid points — I do see where you’re coming from.
I’ve been doing a lot of research and I understand that 3 months isn’t much experience. That’s exactly why I’m trying to approach this with caution and structure instead of rushing into injectables.
Recently, I’ve been reading up on SARMs like LGD-4033 and RAD-140. They seem like less suppressive alternatives that could offer moderate results without fully shutting down the endocrine system like Test E might.
I know SARMs aren’t completely side-effect free either, but do you think they could be a smarter first step for someone like me before going into a full-on AAS cycle?
I’m trying to think long-term and build a smart foundation, and feedback like yours helps me see things from different angles. Appreciate you taking the time to respond.
100% do not do anything for a year. Eat,sleep and train is all you need right now and adding anything else, AT BEST, is going to be a waste of money and AT WORSE a waste of money and health. Newbie gains come on like your already on gear. So get those while the gettins good.