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Is there a point in being natural
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>>76732317
yes when you have realistic body image.
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NATURAL LIFTING vs STEROID USE: OVERVIEW

Aspect Natural Lifting Steroid-Assisted Lifting

Muscle Growth Limit Slower and capped by genetics (most men can gain ~30–40 lbs lean muscle lifetime) Much faster, and the cap is dramatically higher
Strength Gains Solid and sustainable over years Very rapid, especially in compound lifts
Recovery Slower; must balance training stress carefully Much faster; can train harder and more often
Aesthetics Lean, athletic, “attainable” look Often rounder, fuller, more vascular muscles
Health Impact Generally positive — improves cardiovascular, hormonal, and joint health Can seriously damage long-term heart, liver, kidney, and hormone function
Hormone Regulation Natural balance maintained Testosterone shuts down; requires post-cycle therapy or lifelong TRT
Mental/Emotional Impact Stable; training builds discipline and self-respect Risk of dependency, mood swings, and body image distortion
Ethics & Legality Completely legal and accepted Illegal without prescription; banned in competition
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The Point of Lifting Naturally

Even if you never match a steroid user’s numbers or size, lifting naturally is one of the best things you can do for your body and mind:

Health & Longevity

Increases insulin sensitivity, bone density, and heart health.

Maintains testosterone, dopamine, and serotonin levels naturally.

Reduces all-cause mortality — meaning you live longer and better.


Sustainability

Natural gains are yours to keep as long as you train and eat decently.

No hormonal crashes, no organ strain, no medical dependency.
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>>76732328
Self-Respect & Discipline

Every pound you lift and gain, you earned biologically.

Builds self-discipline, confidence, and patience — not just muscle.


Functional Strength

Naturally built muscle tends to come with better coordination, tendon adaptation, and movement control — not just size.
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The Tradeoffs of Steroid Use

While steroids work extremely well for muscle growth, they come with real consequences that aren’t always reversible:

Short-Term Risks

Acne, hair loss, mood swings, irritability (“roid rage”)

Testicular shrinkage and infertility

Fluid retention and high blood pressure


Long-Term Risks

Permanent hormonal shutdown (lifelong TRT dependency)

Heart enlargement heart failure risk

Liver toxicity, kidney damage

Increased risk of stroke, blood clots, and atherosclerosis

Psychological effects: dependence, body dysmorphia, depression post-cycle
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Summary

Natural lifting:

Gains take longer, but they last.

Improves your life, health, and confidence.

No hidden costs or dependencies.


Steroid-assisted lifting:

Gains are much faster and bigger.

Comes with serious risks — some irreversible.

Requires medical oversight, lifelong management, and often psychological toll.
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>>76732328
>>76732329
Get raped repeatedly
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>>76732317
some people distrust people who feel "next level" than them sometimes out of something similar to envy, i mean the name for using roids is "cheating". idc personally and think it's like alchemy was compared to imdustrial chemistry
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>>76732332
She mad
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>>76732328
>>76732329
I want to do roids like the tren twins
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>>76732324
Is this unrealistic
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>>76732356
Yes, for (you)
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>>76732317
Living past 40 or 45.
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>>76732317
Fertility. Steroids are for genetic losers.
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>>76732356
Roiders cant develop as big of a chest because of the time+bone hardening phase.
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>>76732317
No side effects.



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