Anavar 101

[Rider80]

Everything you need to know about Anavar
Note: I did not write this article, and was unable to find out who did. However,I thought it was a very good read.

BENEFITS

Anavar is a badass drug. This is why:

#1 - Vascularity
Oxandrolone will make you veiny as all hell. And quickly. Look out for brand new bulging forearms veins by around day 6. If you are following a cutting regimen, expect new spider webs in your chest, shoulders and quads by around day 21.

#2 - Pumps
When on var, the pumps are constant. Bored sitting in class/at work? Do some unweighted calf raises. After about three minutes, your calves will be ready to pop. Youll be doing something like drinking a cup of water, and after a minute of holding it, your bi will be completely full and pumped. You may have to cut some sets short in the gym due to the painful pumpage.

#3 - Strength
Even when cutting, you can expect new strength gains every workout after about day 14-21.

#4 - Fat Loss
Anavar has been shown to contribute to accelerated fat loss in both subcutaneous and visceral fat, concentrated effects in the abdomen and thigh area. And if youve used the drug, you can attest to this...if you cant sport the 6-8 pack look on var, its not gonna happen .

MYTHS

Myth #1 - Anavar will not suppress the HPTA.
False. Anavar, used in adequate dosages, will shut you down. To what degree you experience side effects of suppression (loss of libido, lethargy) is entirely dependent upon the individual and the dosages used.

Myth #2 - Var is a weak anabolic, and is not effective unless stacked with a more androgenic compound.
This could not be further from the truth. At dosages of 40mg a day and higher, anavar is incredibly effective at adding water free LBM. At around day 6-7, increased vascularity should become apparent (assuming your oxandrolone is legitimate in its dosing), and strength gains should start appearing around day 14.
If used during a clean bulk, gains of 10-20 pounds are possible. If cutting, you will maintain weight, or even put on 5-10 pounds (depending on the rate of fat loss/severity of diet). You will keep all of your gains with proper PCT.

Myth #3 - Anavar will not require any type of PCT.
This is one ive never understood. It's a pretty commonly known fact now that var is a suppressive compound. So why is it that some individuals still refuse to make a small investment in some clomid/nolva....this is your testicular function we're talking about. That said, PCT required for var is not as "heavy" as PCT for, say, a test/eq cycle. 15-20 days @ 50mg clomid should be sufficient.


LIBIDO

The only real issue of concern that i have found when running anavar alone is slight libido suppression. Anavar is suppressive enough to where you WILL feel a difference in your sex drive (and not for the better ) when using 40+mg a day. There are three options to counteract this.

#1 - Tribulus + Avena Sativa - Trib at 4-7g a day and Avena Sativa at 3-4g a day tend to help prevent any loss in performance or ability to get it up. However, using effective dosages is going to end up being as or more expensive than options 2 or 3...but its your call.

#2 - Proviron - If hairloss is an issue in your choice to use anavar, then you may want to avoid this one. But 25mg ED proviron, starting after week 2, will keep you rock hard. And it will help to harden up your muscles too .

#3 - Maintenance test Dosage - Finally, you could choose to use testosterone to keep your willy in shape. At a dosage of around 200mg, split bi weekly, everything should keep running smoothly. Also, this will contribute to your gains much moreso than than options 1 or 2. I would keep nolva onhand on the off chance that you are severely gyno prone. Bloating should not be an issue at this dosage.


CYCLE

Anavar should be run @ at least 40mg a day to see all of the benefits it offers. Dosages upwards of 80mg have been shown to exhibit diminishing returns. Also, i cant imagine the intensity of the pumps at that kind of dosage.

Cycle #1
Anavar 40-50mg ED Weeks 1-8
Tribulus 5-8g ED Weeks 1-12
Avena Sativa 2-4g ED Weeks 1-12
clomid 50mg ED Weeks 9-11

Cycle #2
Anavar 40-50mg ED Weeks 1-8
Proviron 25mg ED Weeks 3-8
clomid 50mg ED Weeks 9-11

Cycle #3
Anavar 40-50mg ED Weeks 1-8
test Prop 50mg EOD Weeks 1-8
clomid 50mg ED Weeks 9-11

If bulking, test enanthate could be substituted for prop, and 100mg could be injected every 3-4 days...however, this could cause more bloating, and complicate PCT timing.

LIVER PROTECTION

Anavar is a 17 Alpha Alkylated steroid, and is toxic. It has been shown to be less toxic than other orals, and is even used as liver treatment for recovering alcoholics. Still, i would limit my time using it to 8 weeks, 10 at the most.

It would be beneficial to you liver to use several different OTC supplements during, and perhaps after your cycle. A few preventive measures never hurt anyone .

1 - Milk Thistle
The classic liver protectant herb.supposedly works by blocking the entrance of harmful substances to liver cells, and hastening their expulsion. Make sure there is a high standardization of Silymarin

2 - R ALA
A powerful antioxidant

3 - NAC
Supports liver function and production of l-glutathione

4 - Vitamin C and E
Antioxidants

5 - LOADS of water
Helps to flush out your entire system

LIPID PROTECTION

Anavar isnt going to kill your cholesterol levels like some drugs (winny being one of the worst), but it may put your LDL/HDL profiles outside of the normal range. There are a few things that help, but as long as your not using 60+mg daily or running it for more than 10 weeks, i would just use flax...

[Rider80]

Personally in my own experience I feel 50mg-60mg Var everyday is an ideal dose.
I have experience using doses above 60mg Var, and it lead to too many unnecessary side effects such as:

- Nausea
- Extreme Lethargy
- Lowered libido
- Stomach upset
- Fatigue and needing more sleep
- Suppressed Appetite


IMO, if you have good quality var you don't have to go over 60mg per day. I have no idea how guys handle the sides at over 60mg per day, unless they are using underdosed var, or a bunk product. The constant feelings of upset stomach and nausea was enough of a sign to me to lower my dose.

[bvdawg13]

I love var, if it wasn't so expensive I would use it every cycle for at least 6 weeks.
I used it for 4 weeks @70mg ed and i had great pumps and strength. I'd choose it over any over oral for sure. I had zero side effects as well

[Rider80]

I love var, if it wasn't so expensive I would use it every cycle for at least 6 weeks.
I used it for 4 weeks @70mg ed and i had great pumps and strength. I'd choose it over any over oral for sure. I had zero side effects as well

Yes, agreed. I like to run 8 weeks of var in conjunction with test, and Proviron. All clean, quality gains, and no water weight or bloated appearance!

[Rider80]

Shameless bump

[Rider80]

One correction I need to make about the article is the part about the niacin. Just noticed it now. One should opt for the full-on niacin, not the flush free kind. The flush free kind has only a small benefit to lipids. Using the type that gives you the flush, you will get better results on your lipids.

A good dose would be 1-g niacin daily.

[Truushot]

Congrats on the gains with var.

My experience has been the juice is not worth the squeeze. I see some moderate gains on it when I run it with test but how do I know the gains are from the var? I have ran the dreaded var only cycle as well and that was like giving Obama another 300 bucks. He will just spend it the lazy. (waste it)

For bang for your buck to gain solid muscle and strength with 0 bloat you are better off running Prope and tren Ace. Way cheaper with better gains and less shock on your liver than an oral. I also know that tren comes with it's own set of issues but I can do anything for 6 weeks.

[Rider80]

Congrats on the gains with var.

My experience has been the juice is not worth the squeeze. I see some moderate gains on it when I run it with test but how do I know the gains are from the var? I have ran the dreaded var only cycle as well and that was like giving Obama another 300 bucks. He will just spend it the lazy. (waste it)

For bang for your buck to gain solid muscle and strength with 0 bloat you are better off running Prope and tren Ace. Way cheaper with better gains and less shock on your liver than an oral. I also know that tren comes with it's own set of issues but I can do anything for 6 weeks.

The shutdown and sides with tren is a lot worse!

Var is mild, gives good strength gains and easy to recover from.
You must have used inferior Underground lab Var. Quality makes all the difference when it comes to Var.

[Gdiesel77]

Anyone ever see Var come in small Red/Pink square Tabs with a G on one side and 10 on the other?

[Die$eL~Man]

var is good ?

[Teutonic]

hehehehe^^^^

[Die$eL~Man]

i want var for my pez dispenser

[Rider80]

var is good ?

YES! Var has its place. Solid strength gains, vascularity, and easy to recover from to name a few highlights!

I'm not interested in blowing up with bloat and water weight while on orals such as dbol and/or Anadrol. The gains are great while on, but you lose the majority of the weight and strength twice as fast when you come off. Not worth it, IMO!

Winny is okay for lean muscle mass, but the joint pains, and increased likelihood of becoming injured make in not worthwhile for me.

[Envyme]

Anavar sounds wonderful on paper, but the price is so hard on the paper!

[Rider80]

Anavar sounds wonderful on paper, but the price is so hard on the paper!

You know, a few years ago that was true, but not so much anymore. Price has come down significantly.

[Die$eL~Man]

im gonna run some 20mg var & see whats up

[wardy7711]

any idea where i can get some real var ... email me at " im a idiot who wants to be scammed @ hotmail.com " would apreciate it!

[funkymonk]

Thoughts on using 'Var solo while on TRT?

[Juicer2222]

I cant Wait to put var in for 8 weeks of my next bulk cycle! Expensive but im excited.

[DADAWG]

Thoughts on using 'Var solo while on TRT?

should be fine for 6 weeks or so.

[G03ixxer6]

love this post...bout to start my prop/var monday. Can someone please explain how to dose this shit per day? Should I take it all at once?

[BJJ Juice]

love this post...bout to start my prop/var monday. Can someone please explain how to dose this shit per day? Should I take it all at once?

Start a log with pics and keeps us posted.
I will be going with a test/var cycle soon if I don't get the results I want with this diet I am working on. I already have the test and will be getting the var soon.
But yea, get a log going.

[DADAWG]

love this post...bout to start my prop/var monday. Can someone please explain how to dose this shit per day? Should I take it all at once?

break it down into 3-4 dose per day.

[FlawedGrunt]

Hey guys. I am actually just setting up my first cycle as well and looking to do a test cyp @ 500mg weekly for 12 or so weeks and was thinking about adding in some anavar for 5-6 weeks. This thread was extremely informational but I was curious about adding anavar to test... could I add it anywhere in my cycle... beginning, middle, or end? As well as I read that dosing for anavar is good to ramp up from 10mg a day up to approximately 40-60mg. Would I want to do 10mg week 1, 20mg week 2 and so on? Or would I want to increase the dosage every couple days?

[DADAWG]

Hey guys. I am actually just setting up my first cycle as well and looking to do a test cyp @ 500mg weekly for 12 or so weeks and was thinking about adding in some anavar for 5-6 weeks. This thread was extremely informational but I was curious about adding anavar to test... could I add it anywhere in my cycle... beginning, middle, or end? As well as I read that dosing for anavar is good to ramp up from 10mg a day up to approximately 40-60mg. Would I want to do 10mg week 1, 20mg week 2 and so on? Or would I want to increase the dosage every couple days?

welcome to OLOGY

im a believer in test bonly the 1st cycle just to see how you react to test and adjust later cycles .
IF you run var with the test then the 1st 4-6 weeks would work well.