3-AD (androst-5-ene-3a 17b-diol): Explained

Here at Supplement Warehouse, we sell quite the number of prohormones. And whether through our website, social media channels or Youtube, we try to explain what each prohormone, or each compound does and how it can benefit you. One of the latest prohormones that we have added to our storefront is 3-AD. Since the launch of this product, we have had plenty of questions about this prohormone, what it is, how it works, and how it can benefit you for muscle building and strength. We will dive into that here.

3-D from Enhanced

Enhanced is one of the one companies in the industry to sell 3-AD (androst-5-ene-3a 17b-diol). Enhanced formulated this product to help the user increase muscle mass and strength. They have also seen it help with weight loss, though not muscle loss. It is a patented formula so no one else on the market will have something exactly like this. 3-AD works with your natural adrenal processes, and is a precursor to testosterone. And it does this while being free from DHT or DHEA conversion. This is why it works so well without the nasty side effects of some products. 3-AD can also increase protein synthesis, which is critical for increasing lean muscle mass and aiding in the repair of muscle fibers. This should help accelerate muscle mass gains.

Textbook of Organic Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

If you read some of the research behind 3-AD, this textbook explains that 3-AD possesses approximately 293% the activity of Androsterone, and roughly 44% and 80% the potency of Testosterone and Methyltestosterone respectively. This is very impressive and shows why this prohormone is getting so popular.

There are also a few clinical studies online that have shown that compounds such as 3-AD have the ability to amplify the potential on a multitude of other endogenous steroids. What does that mean? It's a good reason to stack this with other prohormones, as 3-AD can enhance the effects of other prohormones when stacked together.

Benefits of 3-AD

• Leaner Physique: 3-AD activates its prohormonal and androgenic effects, promoting significant increases in muscle mass and fat reduction.

• Break Plateaus: When you reach a plateau, 3-AD can provide a significant boost by elevating testosterone levels, enhancing anabolic muscle growth and facilitating continued progress in mass gain.

• Accelerated Metabolism: 3-AD enhances metabolism by promoting muscle growth, which increases lean muscle mass and elevates your basal metabolic rate, facilitating fat loss and helping you achieve a leaner physique.

• Increase Muscle Building Capacity: 3-AD is a potent prohormone formulated to support and enhance your gains. Use it as a foundational supplement to help you overcome plateaus and achieve the next level of progress.

How Much Do You Need?

According to many of the studies on 3-AD, an effective dose is 100-300mg per day to make an impact on lean muscle mass gains. I would like to see more research on this though, as it is very limited. But if this is the case, we would highly recommend taking the full dose of Enhanced 3-AD (3 per day) in order to get the greatest benefits.

Does 3-AD Require a PCT?

According to Enhanced, because this product doesn't introduce any external androgenic qualities and instead works to support your body's natural hormone levels, they say a PCT is not required. However, whenever taking a prohormone, Supplement Warehouse always recommends taking a PCT such as Arimiplex for 30 days after your cycle.

Can 3-AD be Taken By Women?

Here at Supplement Warehouse, we don't recommend prohormones for women. We do understand though that women still will take prohormones no matter what we say. If you choose to try 3-AD as a woman, that is your own choice, but we would highly recommend that you speak with a healthcare professional first.

Should I Stack it or Take it Alone?

Due to some of the evidence shown above, it looks like stacking 3-AD with other prohormones would be the best choice. This is because it helps to amplify the effects of other compounds potentially making them stronger as well.

Conclusion

While there isn't a huge amount of research out there on this specific compound in terms of lean muscle mass and strength, it is promising. If I were to take this product, I would definitely stack it along with another prohormone. Possibly 1-Testosterone if I was cutting or Sustanon 250 if I was bulking. I would also take the max dosage of 3 capsules per day.

Author

Jeff has been in the fitness and supplement industry for almost 20 years. He is an avid bodybuilder and helps others with lifting techniques, as well as the best vitamins and supplements they should take for the goals they have. You can find him on LinkedIn and Youtube.

Jeff Moriarty