09/29/2024
What is low T?
Low testosterone levels can have a number of health risks,
Bone loss
Low low testosterone levels can lead to reduced bone mass and increased risk of bone fractures
Cardiovascular disease
Low T levels are a risk factor for hypertension and other cardiovascular markers
Diabetes
Men with low testosterone levels are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes
Sleep apnea
Low testosterone levels are associated with sleep apnea, a condition that causes people to stop breathing temporarily while asleep
Erectile dysfunction
Low T levels can cause erectile dysfunction…. nuff said!
Emotional changes
Low T can contribute to depression, irritability, and trouble concentrating
Physical changes
Low T can cause decreased muscle mass and strength, increased body fat, and loss of body hair
Men, if your testosterone levels are low, you’re not gonna reach your fitness goals. What is a man to do in this situation? First you need to find a doctor that specializes in Low T for men or testosterone replacement therapy. Make sure he’s an expert in this field. The doctor will do a blood test to check your testosterone and other hormone levels. With your blood panel the doctor can determine whether you have Low T. Low Testosterone is typically in a range of 300 to 700 in men. If you are below normal range you may need testosterone replacement therapy. TRT is not the same as taking steroids. Steroid users are trying to elevate their levels above a normal range to enhance their bodies beyond their bodies natural ability to do so.
Men on TRT are simply trying to feel like their old selves again and get back to normal. To get your testosterone level in a normal range a doctor will prescribe either a cream, testosterone shot, or a pellet. Most experts recommend a shot with Testosterone Cypionate in a series of injections to build up the man’s levels due to its short duration in one’s system. It must be built up over time to get levels stable.
Once stabilized the person’s body will start to respond and feel more like normal. The health benefits are numerous. Strength, muscle, and bone density come back. You will sleep better. Your concentration is better. Your S*x drive and libido will return. Your ability to handle stress will increase and you will handle stress more efficiently. It will drastically improve mental health and decrease depression and many other issues.
The key take away from this is the importance hormones play in our health and in particular, testosterone in men. If you are over the age of 35 -40 I would highly recommend speaking to a health professional to check your levels.