The world of anabolic steroids often seems shrouded in mystery and controversy.

In this episode, seasoned sports medicine and exercise scientist Dr. Guillermo Escalante aims to dispel some of those myths and clarify the complex topic of steroid use in bodybuilding and the health and fitness space.

Together, we delve deep into understanding anabolic steroids, focusing on their potential implications, responsible usage, and strategies to mitigate associated risks.

Specifically, Dr. Escalante stresses the importance of taking an evidence-based approach to steroid usage.

In case you’re not famiiliar with him, Dr. Escalante is a Professor of Kinesiology and Dean Fellow for the College of Natural Sciences at California State University San Bernardino. He has authored over 52 peer-reviewed publications, and regularly presents at regional, national, and international conferences on his research. He has also been a competitive bodybuilder and coach.

In this conversation, Dr. Escalante and I discuss . . .

- What anabolic steroids are and their role in bodybuilding

- How steroids can be used responsibly while minimizing health risks

- The "least effective dose" approach to steroid usage

- The importance of routine health checks for steroid users

- Finding the right time to retire as an enhanced athlete

- Balancing effectiveness and safety in steroid use

- Common misconceptions and myths surrounding steroid usage

- And more . . .

Whether you're curious about the science of anabolic steroids or concerned about potential health implications, this interview provides a balanced and informed perspective on responsible usage.

Join us as we navigate the world of anabolic steroids with Dr. Guillermo Escalante!

Timestamps:

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(5:10) - What is happening to all these bodybuilders that are suddenly dying? and if someone decides to use anabolic steroids how can we mitigate the risks?

(11:42) - Were the deaths of all these athletes due to heart problems?

(12:22) - Why is having a bigger heart and thicker ventricular walls are not a good thing?

(13:36) - Is this more a correlation than causation?

(17:09) - Are risks with steroid use only apparent in high dosage use?

(24:52) - Why can you take these testosterone derivatives and use them with testosterone? Why don’t they just take more testosterone?

(30:15) - Do lifestyle factors affect the way steroids impact the body?

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(35:05) - Is there a way to monitor your genetics to see if steroids are a risk factor?

(40:31) - Is it okay to use steroids temporarily to reach full genetic potential and then

stop?

(48:39) - What are some other ways to mitigate risk from using anabolic steroids?

(57:12) - Should I be monitoring my health if I'm taking exogenous testosterone?

(59:16) - Should you start with the lowest dose to mitigate the risks of anabolic steroids?

(63:36) - Is it hard to come off these drugs?

(01:08:26)- What is post-cycle therapy and how that can mitigate risks?

(01:11:05) - What is the point of post-cycle therapy?

(01:23:23) - Where can people find you and your work?

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