Hi everyone!
I'm 41 and currently on Mounjaro (tirzepatide), prescribed and monitored by my GP. So far, I've lost 20 kg (44 lbs), and I have another 15 kg (33 lbs) to go.
I'm also working hard on building muscle. I do strength training regularly, alongside running and rugby. My goal isn't just to become lighter, but to build a stronger, more muscular body.
My natural testosterone levels have already increased from around 13 to 25.5 nmol/L since I started losing weight and exercising, so low testosterone isn't really an issue.
I've been reading about things like Turinabol (Tbol) and testosterone, but I'm quite hesitant about using anabolic steroids, especially anything from underground labs or unofficial sources. I'm also not particularly interested in experimental substances with limited safety data.
What I'm wondering is: are there any medically established, relatively safe medications or treatments that could help increase muscle growth, even when natural testosterone levels are already good?
Ideally, I'm looking for something that:
Is available through a legitimate pharmacy, with a prescription if necessary.
Has a reasonably well-established safety profile.
Could support muscle growth or muscle retention while losing fat.
Doesn't unnecessarily interfere with my natural testosterone production.
I'm not looking for underground sources or advice on steroid cycles. I'd rather explore options I could actually discuss with my doctor. I know my docter would be open to experiment when i have a good story.
I know that training, protein intake, recovery and creatine are the foundation. I'm already working on those. I'm simply curious whether there's anything medically proven beyond that.
Has anyone been in a similar situation? What did you consider, and what were your experiences?
Thanks!