<description>In this episode of Drugs N Stuff, Dave Crosland and Scott McNally break down how to manage tren side effects in the real world using practical, experience-based strategies.&lt;p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
From dosing approaches and tolerance management to understanding where issues actually come from, this is a no-BS conversation focused on what actually works—not theory or bro science.&lt;p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We also cover testosterone supply issues, lab testing options, injection strategies, and answer listener questions you won’t usually hear discussed publicly.&lt;p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you’re running stronger compounds—or considering it—this episode can help you avoid common mistakes and reduce trial and error.&lt;p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Chapters:&lt;p&gt;
0:00 Tren Side Effects Explained &amp; Estrogen Misconceptions&lt;p&gt;
1:45 Testosterone Raw Shortage Update (Test E Issues)&lt;p&gt;
2:25 Will Steroid Production Move to India?&lt;p&gt;
7:50 How to Manage Tren Side Effects (Real Strategies)&lt;p&gt;
13:00 Tapering Tren Dose Up Safely for Better Tolerance&lt;p&gt;
17:00 Minimum Effective Tren Ace Cycle Length&lt;p&gt;
19:45 How to Stop Tren Night Sweats&lt;p&gt;
21:00 Estrogen Management for Tren Users&lt;p&gt;
24:20 US vs UK “Aluminum” Debate (Quick Break)&lt;p&gt;
27:50 Low Libido on Cycle (Even with Estrogen Dialed In)&lt;p&gt;
31:00 Why Some Prefer Test Prop Over Test E or Cyp&lt;p&gt;
37:30 At-Home Lab Testing (Mail-In Bloodwork Explained)&lt;p&gt;
40:40 Mast Prop vs Mast E (Which is Better?)&lt;p&gt;
43:30 What Happens After Massive Fat Loss (Hormones &amp; Health)&lt;p&gt;
51:00 Best Injection Sites for Gear (Reduce Pain &amp; Issues)&lt;p&gt;
52:00 Starting a First Cycle at 65 Years Old&lt;p&gt;
53:45 Mirabegron Feedback for Side Effect Management&lt;p&gt;
57:00 Are Testosterone Raw Powders the Only Supply Issue?&lt;p&gt;
59:00 Life Advice After a Breakup (Uncle Dave Segment)&lt;p&gt;
1:11:45 Expo Bus Plans &amp; Event Talk&lt;p&gt;
1:18:10 BPC-157 &amp; TB-500 After Kidney Transplant&lt;p&gt;
1:20:00 Behind The Scenes Wrap Up&lt;p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
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In this episode of Drugs N Stuff, Dave Crosland a…

In this episode of Drugs N Stuff, Dave Crosland and Scott McNally break down how to manage tren side effects in the real world using practical, experience-based strategies.

From dosing approaches and tolerance management to understanding where issues actually come from, this is a no-BS conversation focused on what actually works—not theory or bro science.

We also cover testosterone supply issues, lab testing options, injection strategies, and answer listener questions you won’t usually hear discussed publicly.

If you’re running stronger compounds—or considering it—this episode can help you avoid common mistakes and reduce trial and error.

Chapters:
0:00 Tren Side Effects Explained & Estrogen Misconceptions
1:45 Testosterone Raw Shortage Update (Test E Issues)
2:25 Will Steroid Production Move to India?
7:50 How to Manage Tren Side Effects (Real Strategies)
13:00 Tapering Tren Dose Up Safely for Better Tolerance
17:00 Minimum Effective Tren Ace Cycle Length
19:45 How to Stop Tren Night Sweats
21:00 Estrogen Management for Tren Users
24:20 US vs UK “Aluminum” Debate (Quick Break)
27:50 Low Libido on Cycle (Even with Estrogen Dialed In)
31:00 Why Some Prefer Test Prop Over Test E or Cyp
37:30 At-Home Lab Testing (Mail-In Bloodwork Explained)
40:40 Mast Prop vs Mast E (Which is Better?)
43:30 What Happens After Massive Fat Loss (Hormones & Health)
51:00 Best Injection Sites for Gear (Reduce Pain & Issues)
52:00 Starting a First Cycle at 65 Years Old
53:45 Mirabegron Feedback for Side Effect Management
57:00 Are Testosterone Raw Powders the Only Supply Issue?
59:00 Life Advice After a Breakup (Uncle Dave Segment)
1:11:45 Expo Bus Plans & Event Talk
1:18:10 BPC-157 & TB-500 After Kidney Transplant
1:20:00 Behind The Scenes Wrap Up

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Drugs n Stuff 305 How to Manage Tren Side Effects (What Actually Works)

<description>Trenbolone, raw powder shortages, and real-world bodybuilding strategies—Skip Hill, Andrew Berry, and Scott McNally break down what’s changed in the industry, what still works today, and where people are getting it wrong.&lt;p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; From old-school Finaplix conversions to modern Tren use, this episode dives into the real risks, evolving trends, and practical training insights you can actually apply.&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; If you’ve ever wondered how dangerous Tren really is—or how today’s bodybuilding landscape compares to the past—this episode covers it all.&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; TIMESTAMPS:&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 0:00 Tren from Finaplix Carts vs Modern Tren – What Was Worse?&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 0:45 Project Bodybuilding Era Stories – Old School Cycle Talk&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 1:50 Raw Powder Supply Issues – Are Steroids Getting Harder to Find?&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 5:00 Supersets vs Drop Sets – When They Actually Build More Muscle&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 11:00 When NOT to Use Supersets or Drop Sets (Common Mistakes)&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 22:30 Is Trenbolone More Toxic Than Other Steroids?&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 23:50 Homemade Tren from Pellets – The Real Risks Explained&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 26:00 Why Bodybuilders Are Using Less Tren Today&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 29:00 Injecting Mistakes – Can Steroids Enter the Lungs?&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 34:15 Genetics vs Gear – Why Some Guys Need Less to Grow&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 41:30 First Time Using Tren – Safest Approach &amp; Beginner Advice&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 43:40 How to Stay on Diet While Traveling (No Excuses Guide)&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 51:20 Using Insulin at the Gym – Avoiding Attention &amp; Mistakes&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 57:15 Skip’s Word of the Day&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 59:45 Behind the Scenes – After the Podcast&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 1:05:00 Behind the Scenes – Before the Show&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Support the podcast and get exclusive content:&lt;p&gt; https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Shop Think BIG apparel:&lt;p&gt; https://think-big.printify.me/products&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Presented by TRUE NUTRITION – Use code THINK&lt;p&gt; https://www.truenutrition.com/THINK&lt;p&gt; Third-party tested ingredients trusted by bodybuilders.&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; For our Canadian listeners – deals on top brand supplements:&lt;p&gt; http://www.supplementsource.ca&lt;p&gt;</description>

Trenbolone, raw powder shortages, and real-world …

Trenbolone, raw powder shortages, and real-world bodybuilding strategies—Skip Hill, Andrew Berry, and Scott McNally break down what’s changed in the industry, what still works today, and where people are getting it wrong.
 From old-school Finaplix conversions to modern Tren use, this episode dives into the real risks, evolving trends, and practical training insights you can actually apply. If you’ve ever wondered how dangerous Tren really is—or how today’s bodybuilding landscape compares to the past—this episode covers it all. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Tren from Finaplix Carts vs Modern Tren – What Was Worse? 0:45 Project Bodybuilding Era Stories – Old School Cycle Talk 1:50 Raw Powder Supply Issues – Are Steroids Getting Harder to Find? 5:00 Supersets vs Drop Sets – When They Actually Build More Muscle 11:00 When NOT to Use Supersets or Drop Sets (Common Mistakes) 22:30 Is Trenbolone More Toxic Than Other Steroids? 23:50 Homemade Tren from Pellets – The Real Risks Explained 26:00 Why Bodybuilders Are Using Less Tren Today 29:00 Injecting Mistakes – Can Steroids Enter the Lungs? 34:15 Genetics vs Gear – Why Some Guys Need Less to Grow 41:30 First Time Using Tren – Safest Approach & Beginner Advice 43:40 How to Stay on Diet While Traveling (No Excuses Guide) 51:20 Using Insulin at the Gym – Avoiding Attention & Mistakes 57:15 Skip’s Word of the Day 59:45 Behind the Scenes – After the Podcast 1:05:00 Behind the Scenes – Before the Show Support the podcast and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding Shop Think BIG apparel: https://think-big.printify.me/products Presented by TRUE NUTRITION – Use code THINK https://www.truenutrition.com/THINK Third-party tested ingredients trusted by bodybuilders. For our Canadian listeners – deals on top brand supplements: http://www.supplementsource.ca

Blood Sweat & Gear 338

<description>Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw and Scott McNally break down the Detroit Pro and the biggest early season standouts in bodybuilding.
We dive into Moh Fooda’s win, Wesley Vissers’ conditioning, and take a look at the physiques making noise right now. Plus discussion on Andrew Jacked, Nick Walker, Brandon Curry and more as the season starts to heat up.

0:00 Wesley Vissers : The New Andres Munzer?
2:10 Detroit Pro 2026 Results &amp; Review – Moo Fooda Wins
4:00 Elias McCall Conditioning vs Blessing Awodibu Size
5:30 Moh Fooda Physique Breakdown – Why He Won
7:00 Patrick Moore Improvements – What He Still Needs
9:30 Ron Partlow Rant – Judging, Trends &amp; More
11:30 Wesley Vissers Conditioning – Best in Classic Physique?
14:15 No Shots 10 Days Out – Contest Prep Strategy
18:30 Is Wesley Vissers the New Face of Classic Physique?
20:50 Mike Sommerfeld Update – Olympia Outlook
27:00 Mr. Olympia 2026 Predictions – Is Derek the Favorite?
40:25 Andrew Jacked Arnold Strategy – Risk of Burnout?
46:10 Brandon Curry Olympia Chances – Top 5 or Decline?
58:30 Nick Walker Arnold Diet – Only 3 Foods?
1:08:00 Arnold Classic Experience – Highlights &amp; Low Points

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Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw and Scott McNally brea…

Ron Partlow, Dusty Hanshaw and Scott McNally break down the Detroit Pro and the biggest early season standouts in bodybuilding.
We dive into Moh Fooda’s win, Wesley Vissers’ conditioning, and take a look at the physiques making noise right now. Plus discussion on Andrew Jacked, Nick Walker, Brandon Curry and more as the season starts to heat up.

0:00 Wesley Vissers : The New Andres Munzer?
2:10 Detroit Pro 2026 Results & Review – Moo Fooda Wins
4:00 Elias McCall Conditioning vs Blessing Awodibu Size
5:30 Moh Fooda Physique Breakdown – Why He Won
7:00 Patrick Moore Improvements – What He Still Needs
9:30 Ron Partlow Rant – Judging, Trends & More
11:30 Wesley Vissers Conditioning – Best in Classic Physique?
14:15 No Shots 10 Days Out – Contest Prep Strategy
18:30 Is Wesley Vissers the New Face of Classic Physique?
20:50 Mike Sommerfeld Update – Olympia Outlook
27:00 Mr. Olympia 2026 Predictions – Is Derek the Favorite?
40:25 Andrew Jacked Arnold Strategy – Risk of Burnout?
46:10 Brandon Curry Olympia Chances – Top 5 or Decline?
58:30 Nick Walker Arnold Diet – Only 3 Foods?
1:08:00 Arnold Classic Experience – Highlights & Low Points

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It's Just Bodybuilding 380 Detroit Pro Breakdown | Early Season Standouts & Rising Pros

<description>Dave Crosland and Scott McNally discuss the shutdown of one of the largest peptide retailers in the U.S. and what it could mean for the peptide market.&lt;p&gt;
We also recap the latest information surrounding raw powder supply issues before jumping into a full round of listener PED and bodybuilding Q&amp;A.&lt;p&gt;

Chapters&lt;p&gt;
0:00 China Raw Steroid Powder Supply Update&lt;p&gt;
4:00 Major Peptide Company Forced to Shut Down&lt;p&gt;
7:00 The Rise and Fall of “Research Chemical” Companies&lt;p&gt;
21:00 Can Mirabegron Actually Burn Fat?&lt;p&gt;
22:20 How to Reduce or Tighten Chest Fat &amp; Gyno&lt;p&gt;
27:00 Vitamin B5 for Acne — Does It Work?&lt;p&gt;
30:00 Accutane Pros and Cons for Bodybuilders&lt;p&gt;
34:00 Waking Up at Night to Pee — Causes&lt;p&gt;
35:00 Slow Treatment for Low Testosterone (NHS Issues)&lt;p&gt;
41:10 Are Any SARMs Actually Worth Using?&lt;p&gt;
43:00 Arnold Classic Talk — Why Dave Wasn’t There&lt;p&gt;
46:15 Hair Loss and Estrogen Levels Explained&lt;p&gt;
47:45 Why First Cycles Usually Use One Compound&lt;p&gt;
52:00 Equipoise Crushing Estrogen in a Client Case&lt;p&gt;
53:40 Listener Feedback on Kurt Havens Episode&lt;p&gt;
55:40 Edible Cannabis — Does It Affect Bloodwork?&lt;p&gt;
1:03:00 Uncle Dave's Advice to Martin Fitzwater&lt;p&gt;
1:19:00 Behind the Scenes&lt;p&gt;

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Dave Crosland and Scott McNally discuss the shutd…

Dave Crosland and Scott McNally discuss the shutdown of one of the largest peptide retailers in the U.S. and what it could mean for the peptide market.
We also recap the latest information surrounding raw powder supply issues before jumping into a full round of listener PED and bodybuilding Q&A.

Chapters
0:00 China Raw Steroid Powder Supply Update
4:00 Major Peptide Company Forced to Shut Down
7:00 The Rise and Fall of “Research Chemical” Companies
21:00 Can Mirabegron Actually Burn Fat?
22:20 How to Reduce or Tighten Chest Fat & Gyno
27:00 Vitamin B5 for Acne — Does It Work?
30:00 Accutane Pros and Cons for Bodybuilders
34:00 Waking Up at Night to Pee — Causes
35:00 Slow Treatment for Low Testosterone (NHS Issues)
41:10 Are Any SARMs Actually Worth Using?
43:00 Arnold Classic Talk — Why Dave Wasn’t There
46:15 Hair Loss and Estrogen Levels Explained
47:45 Why First Cycles Usually Use One Compound
52:00 Equipoise Crushing Estrogen in a Client Case
53:40 Listener Feedback on Kurt Havens Episode
55:40 Edible Cannabis — Does It Affect Bloodwork?
1:03:00 Uncle Dave's Advice to Martin Fitzwater
1:19:00 Behind the Scenes

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Drugs n Stuff 304  Major Peptide Company Shut Down — What Happened? + Steroid Q&A

<description>On this episode of Muscle Minds, Scott McNally and Dr. Scott Stevenson discuss one of the most common training questions in bodybuilding: pyramiding vs straight sets for muscle growth.&lt;p&gt;
Dr. Stevenson breaks down the science behind hypertrophy training, including neurological adaptations, fatigue management, exercise selection, and how to properly distribute training volume.&lt;p&gt;
They also dive into back training biomechanics, progressive overload under fatigue, and practical ways to improve muscle activation and long-term progress in the gym.&lt;p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; If you want to better understand how to train smarter for hypertrophy, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply to your own training.&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Episode Timestamps&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; 00:00 Introduction to effective hypertrophy strategies&lt;p&gt; 02:27 Pyramiding vs straight sets for muscle growth&lt;p&gt; 04:34 Neurological adaptations and building strength&lt;p&gt; 06:33 Heavy loads, nervous system effects, and post-activation potentiation&lt;p&gt; 08:39 Managing fatigue and rest intervals for optimal progress&lt;p&gt; 10:41 Mount Saint Hypertrophy and volume distribution&lt;p&gt; 13:08 Training weak muscles vs strong muscles&lt;p&gt; 14:55 Exercise selection and biomechanics for back training&lt;p&gt; 17:43 Joint health and injury risk with heavy training&lt;p&gt; 19:42 Progressive overload when training under fatigue&lt;p&gt; 22:47 Back training for width vs thickness&lt;p&gt; 25:53 Mobility issues and activation patterns for back development&lt;p&gt; 33:37 Single-arm pulldowns and improving muscle activation&lt;p&gt; 40:56 Pump sets and hypertrophy-focused training&lt;p&gt; 44:22 Lightheadedness and blood flow issues during squats&lt;p&gt; 46:19 Neck and vascular considerations in heavy lifting&lt;p&gt; 54:48 Bracing, core stability, and breathing techniques&lt;p&gt; 60:03 Evolution of bodybuilding standards and physique aesthetics&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Support THINK BIG Bodybuilding&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Support the podcast on Patreon and help us keep the episodes coming. Even $5 per month makes a difference.&lt;p&gt; https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Get Dr. Scott Stevenson's Book&lt;p&gt; https://drscottstevenson.com/byobbcoach.html&lt;p&gt; Hardcover linked through Scott's Instagram&lt;p&gt; https://www.instagram.com/fortitude_training/&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; THINK BIG Bodybuilding Apparel&lt;p&gt; Official THINK BIG T-Shirts and merch&lt;p&gt; https://think-big.printify.me/products&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Official Sponsor: TRUE NUTRITION&lt;p&gt; Custom supplements trusted by bodybuilders&lt;p&gt; Save with code THINK&lt;p&gt; https://www.truenutrition.com/THINK&lt;p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Canadian listeners — Supplements Made Easy&lt;p&gt; Huge deals on top brand supplements in Canada&lt;p&gt; http://www.supplementsource.ca&lt;p&gt;</description>

On this episode of Muscle Minds, Scott McNally an…

On this episode of Muscle Minds, Scott McNally and Dr. Scott Stevenson discuss one of the most common training questions in bodybuilding: pyramiding vs straight sets for muscle growth.
Dr. Stevenson breaks down the science behind hypertrophy training, including neurological adaptations, fatigue management, exercise selection, and how to properly distribute training volume.
They also dive into back training biomechanics, progressive overload under fatigue, and practical ways to improve muscle activation and long-term progress in the gym.
 If you want to better understand how to train smarter for hypertrophy, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply to your own training. Episode Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to effective hypertrophy strategies 02:27 Pyramiding vs straight sets for muscle growth 04:34 Neurological adaptations and building strength 06:33 Heavy loads, nervous system effects, and post-activation potentiation 08:39 Managing fatigue and rest intervals for optimal progress 10:41 Mount Saint Hypertrophy and volume distribution 13:08 Training weak muscles vs strong muscles 14:55 Exercise selection and biomechanics for back training 17:43 Joint health and injury risk with heavy training 19:42 Progressive overload when training under fatigue 22:47 Back training for width vs thickness 25:53 Mobility issues and activation patterns for back development 33:37 Single-arm pulldowns and improving muscle activation 40:56 Pump sets and hypertrophy-focused training 44:22 Lightheadedness and blood flow issues during squats 46:19 Neck and vascular considerations in heavy lifting 54:48 Bracing, core stability, and breathing techniques 60:03 Evolution of bodybuilding standards and physique aesthetics Support THINK BIG Bodybuilding Support the podcast on Patreon and help us keep the episodes coming. Even $5 per month makes a difference. https://www.patreon.com/thinkbigbodybuilding Get Dr. Scott Stevenson's Book https://drscottstevenson.com/byobbcoach.html Hardcover linked through Scott's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fortitude_training/ THINK BIG Bodybuilding Apparel Official THINK BIG T-Shirts and merch https://think-big.printify.me/products Official Sponsor: TRUE NUTRITION Custom supplements trusted by bodybuilders Save with code THINK https://www.truenutrition.com/THINK Canadian listeners — Supplements Made Easy Huge deals on top brand supplements in Canada http://www.supplementsource.ca

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