Goal-Specific Steroid Cycle Templates
| Goal/Template | Cycle Structure & Details |
|---|---|
| Blast & Cruise | Purpose: Long-term hormone optimization with mass/strength (“blast”) periods and lower-dose maintenance (“cruise”) Blast Phase (12–16 weeks): – Testosterone Enanthate/Cypionate: 500–750 mg/week – Nandrolone Decanoate: 300–400 mg/week – Optional oral (first 4–6 weeks): Dianabol 25–40 mg/day Cruise Phase (8–12 weeks): – Testosterone Enanthate/Cypionate: 100–200 mg/week Support: – Aromatase inhibitor as needed – Liver support during orals – Bloodwork every 12–16 weeks Notes: No true “off” phase—close monitoring and long-term health management required. |
| Lean Bulk | Purpose: Add muscle while limiting fat gain Duration: 10–14 weeks Base: Testosterone Enanthate/Cypionate or Sustanon 250: 300–500 mg/week Secondary (optional): Boldenone Undecylenate: 400–600 mg/week – Primobolan Depot: 400–600 mg/week Orals (optional, 4–6 weeks max): Turinabol or Anavar: 40–60 mg/day Support: – Aromatase inhibitor only as needed to avoid crashing estrogen – Maintain slightly above maintenance calories, focus on nutrition quality Notes: Joint-friendly compounds, daily cardiovascular activity recommended. |
| Strength Focus | Purpose: Maximize neural and muscular strength, big lifts PBs Duration: 8–12 weeks Base: Testosterone Propionate or Enanthate: 300–600 mg/week Stack: Trenbolone Acetate: 200–400 mg/week – Anadrol or Dianabol (first 4 weeks, optional): 25–50 mg/day Support: – Aromatase inhibitor for estrogen control – Liver support with orals – Creatine and joint supplements Notes: Aggressive periodization, prioritize sleep, adjust frequency to avoid joint/tendon strain. |
| Athletic Performance | Purpose: Improved recovery, work capacity, speed, power, and lean mass, while maintaining a clean look for sport Duration: 6–10 weeks Base: Testosterone Propionate: 200–400 mg/week Stack: Anavar: 30–50 mg/day – Primobolan or Masteron: 300–400 mg/week Optional: – Short-ester cycle for rapid clearance Support: – Monitor cardiovascular health – Emphasize sprint/agility training, maintain hydration Notes: Always assess banned substance status for tested athletes; aim for compounds with minimal water retention or size gain. |
Cycle Structure Best Practices
- On-cycle support: Aromatase inhibitors (as needed), omega-3 fatty acids, regular bloodwork, liver/kidney protection
- Post-cycle therapy (PCT): Even with blast & cruise, use a SERM with compounds that induce prolonged suppression if you exit the protocol
- Nutrition: Match caloric intake and macros to the specific goal (lean bulk = slight surplus, strength = maintenance/slight surplus, athletic = tightly matched to output)
- Training: Tailor intensity, volume, and periodization to maximize the goal of the cycle—strength blocks for strength, hypertrophy/volume for lean bulk, high frequency/low fatigue for athletic performance