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What is the use of testosterone in muscle building?

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What is the use of testosterone in muscle building?

During muscle building, testosterone stimulates protein synthesis (anabolic effect) and inhibits protein degradation (anti-catabolic effect) and this in turn results in muscle hypertrophy.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Do testosterone levels change when you stop lifting weights?

Yes, they might change.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Is 1 ml of testosterone a week enough to build muscle?

No, it is not sufficient to build muscles.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Will increasing your testosterone make you put on weight?

Yes, it might make you gain some muscles and body fat

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Why does 'heavy' weight training increase testosterone?

Research hints that heavy and endurance training can increase testosterone levels as they work on metabolism which in turn helps in boosting testosterone levels.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is the use of testosterone in muscle building?

During muscle building, testosterone stimulates protein synthesis (anabolic effect) and inhibits protein degradation (anti-catabolic effect) and this in turn results in muscle hypertrophy.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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