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Originally posted by SizeMatters
ok but i was actually thinking of "long term" side effects of steroid use. What really puts me off steroids is the fact that when u stop it ....you loose of your new found muscle mass....

First off Nick... kudos for doing some research....

Secondly, your statement is a HUGE MISCONCEPTION, Bro!! You DO NOT lose your muscle when you come off. That is a myth. Guys lose some size and strength when they come off, but that doesn't mean you are losing the muscle that you just gained. That's foolish. If you continue to train and diet properly, you won't lose your gains.... maybe some water weight... but not your muscle mass. I have been off for over a year and I am bigger and stronger than I was when I came off my cycle!!

And lastly, in my opinion, there are no long term side effects from steroid "USE"... only from steroid ABUSE. There is a BIG difference, my friend. Now, I'm not the biggest AS advocate in the world ... don't get me wrong.. I was natural until age 30 and I have only experimented a little with them. If you understand how they work, and use them intelligently, and not abuse them, they can be a positive advantage. Side effects are often determined by your genetics... some people are prone to acne or gyno or baldness, so steroids can accelerate those problems. Some people don't have any problem with side effects at all. It's kind of luck of the draw...... but I guarrantee your odds increase if you abuse them. hats off to you bro i think the same way

Peace.