Mack, I'm the only person on this site that i know who actually gets there Testosterone (trt)through an actual gp. I was diagnosed with primary failure at the age of 42, never used any sarms or any anabolics prior to this. I get an actual prescription and get it filled at Walmart. I was actually very hesitant to start trt, I researched and studied prior to making that leap. I wasnt looking for anything from my gp, it was his recommendation.

I know most people here self prescribe or go to a mens health clinics(money grab and can be very unsafe). I try not to overstep my place on any kind of cosigning or giving advice I shouldn't. I eat a clean diet, workout hard, post all my bloodwork, I'm pretty transparent and real. I'm not a body builder but more interested in overall health and mental wellness. One thing I have learned, all doctors are not created equal. Typically gps or even endos really are not upto speed on current protocols or how to treat hypogonadism. Lots of old school teachings out there. Regardless of who you see, each person needs to educate themselves.

The main reason I said 800 was that you can feel good at 1600 and 800, but it doesn’t mean both work. I say aim for 800 because usually that’s where people tend to feel good without just taking more cause they can. But you are right, all of this is personalized at the end of the day. Like IFBB pros probably cruise on double that amount but it works because they’re twice the size of a regular person

I think he was generalizing, he said run blood work first. I personally like 140mg/week =900 to 1100 total, which with blood work and my doctor's blessing works for me. This is a bit over the top reference range.

The trick is to find a protocol( smallest test mg a week)that doesn't require an ai, doesn't affect bloodwork/bp, and alleviates symptoms.