Andro Guide: Which Andro is Right For You?
The Ultimate Guide to Prohormone Cycles
Your roadmap to safe and effective cycles.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The information provided is intended for an audience of healthy, adult males over the age of 21 with significant weightlifting experience. Prohormones are powerful compounds that can have significant effects on your hormones and overall health. They can cause serious side effects if not used responsibly. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before beginning any new supplement regimen, especially one involving hormonal compounds. Get bloodwork done before and after your cycle to monitor your health markers. You are responsible for understanding the laws in your country regarding these compounds. Use at your own risk.
1. What Are Prohormones?
Welcome to the definitive guide on prohormone usage. As a dedicated bodybuilder, you're always looking for a safe and effective edge to push past plateaus and achieve your physique goals. This guide is designed to educate you on how to approach prohormone cycles with intelligence and a focus on long-term health.
Prohormones are chemical compounds that are precursors to anabolic hormones like testosterone. Think of them as the raw materials your body can convert into active hormones.
How Do They Work?
Once ingested, prohormones are converted by enzymes in your body into active anabolic hormones. This increase in hormones is what leads to the desired effects for bodybuilders:
- Enhanced protein synthesis for faster muscle growth.
- Increased strength and power output.
- Improved recovery between training sessions.
- Greater nitrogen retention, creating an optimal environment for muscle building.
2. Prohormone Profiles: Choosing Your Compound
1-Andro (1-Androsterone / 1-DHEA)
Primary Goal: Lean Muscle & Strength
1-Andro is one of the most popular prohormones because it delivers clean, high-quality muscle gains with low water retention. It converts to 1-Testosterone, a powerful anabolic compound. Our top seller is Blackstone Labs Chosen1.
Benefits
- Significant increases in lean muscle mass
- Noticeable strength gains
- Does not convert to estrogen
- Promotes a "dry," hard look
Potential Side Effects
- Can cause lethargy
- May negatively impact HDL cholesterol
- Suppressive to natural testosterone (Make sure to use a PCT!)
Best For: Lean bulking cycles or body recomposition. An excellent choice for a first-time user.
4-Andro (4-Androsterone / 4-DHEA)
Primary Goal: Bulking, Mass & Power
4-Andro is the king when it comes to packing on raw size and strength. It converts directly to Testosterone, the primary male androgen. The top seller for an 4-andro is Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals Sustanon 250.
Benefits
- Rapid gains in mass and weight
- Massive strength increases
- Enhanced libido and well-being
- Improves joint lubrication
Potential Side Effects
- Can convert to estrogen (bloating)
- Potential for androgenic side effects
- Requires on-cycle support
Best For: Serious bulking cycles where the primary goal is to add maximum size and strength.
Epiandrosterone
Primary Goal: Cutting, Hardness & Fat Loss
Epiandrosterone is the go-to compound for cutting cycles. It is a precursor to Stanolone (DHT), known for its muscle-hardening and fat-mobilizing effects. If you are looking for an epi-andro, then Winstrol by Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals is what our customers purchase the most.
Benefits
- Increases muscle hardness and density
- Promotes fat loss and vascularity
- Boosts libido and gym aggression
- Mild diuretic effect
Potential Side Effects
- Can be harsh on the hairline (Rare)
- May cause dry joints
- Can cause oily skin or acne
Best For: Cutting cycles and achieving a ripped, defined physique.
19-Nor-Andro (19-Nor-DHEA)
Primary Goal: Joint-Friendly Mass & Recovery
19-Nor-Andro converts to Nandrolone, famous for its ability to add quality mass with fewer androgenic side effects and great joint support. Deca-Durabolin by Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals is our most popular and strongest 19-Nor.
Benefits
- Promotes steady gains in quality mass
- Excellent for recovery
- Soothes joints
- Low androgenic activity
Potential Side Effects
- Highly suppressive to natural T (Make sure to use a PCT!)
- Can raise prolactin levels
- May cause water retention
Best For: Off-season bulking, especially for those with joint issues. Best for experienced users.
3. The Three Pillars of a Safe Cycle
Pillar 1: On-Cycle Support
The "Protection" Phase. Taken during your cycle to protect organs and manage side effects like liver stress and high blood pressure. **DO NOT SKIP THIS.** Blackstone Labs Gear Support is our most popular on-cycle support supplement.
Pillar 2: Post-Cycle Therapy
The "Recovery" Phase. Taken after your cycle to restart your natural testosterone production and solidify gains. THIS IS MANDATORY. Arimiplex by Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals is our most popular PCT.
Pillar 3: Cycle & Time Off
Cycles last 4-8 weeks. Your "time off" should be at least your cycle length + PCT length combined. (e.g., 4wk cycle + 4wk PCT = 8wks Off).
4. Final Checklist for Success
- Are you over 21? If not, do not use prohormones.
- Have you been training consistently for at least 2+ years?
- Is your diet and training dialed in? Supplements don't work in a vacuum.
- Do you have all three products? (Prohormone, On-Cycle Support, and PCT).
- Have you consulted a doctor and had bloodwork done?
- Are you committed to the full cycle and recovery period?
†The content of this blog post is intended solely for reference and entertainment purposes. We do not offer medical advice or specific guidance regarding the products discussed. Our insights are based on a combination of anecdotal experiences, online studies/reviews, manufacturer details, and customer feedback. While we strive to present accurate and current information, we cannot assure its completeness or its alignment with the most recent product formulations or data. For any concerns or up-to-date information, we recommend visiting the manufacturer's website directly. The opinions and information provided here do not necessarily reflect the views of Supplement Warehouse; they represent the perspectives and information from the manufacturers and users. Furthermore, these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or illness.
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