What Happens When You Quit Steroids?

Joe Rogan, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Conor McGregor may all be on steroids based on this science. They also may be scared to quit because what happens to you is INTENSE! We explain exactly what happens to your brain and body when you quit steroids.

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Written by: Greg Brown
Edited by: Luka Šarlija
Drawings by: Max Simmons

[MatheusTorezani]

The takeaway lesson: don't quit steroids

[zackwhite]

That "30% of gym goers use steroids" statistic is INSANE. I would never guess that high.

[Oversurge_]

This is why it's important to get on a PCT after your steroid cycle

[crazykaspmovies]

Lesson learned, never quit. Thanks AsapSCIENCE!!

[ASKmewhy]

What about with women?? As someone who goes to the gym daily I do know a fair amount of women who use steroids to get more noticeable muscle gain quicker, as well as men.

[alexmerriman]

I have been watching AsapScience videos for probably a good 6-7 years and never get tired of them. Also I have learned so much from them and continue to learn more and more

[arabianprincess]

my loving uncle had developed liver and organ failure and is now passing away in the hospital due to prolonged use of steroids. please for the men out there stay away from steroids. your life is far too precious my heart is broken for he was a great and kind man who deserved the world he made a mistake that altered his life path and i just want to warn atleast someone out there of the dangers of this drug it will completely destroy your body. His beautiful soul will rest in peace nonetheless for although his use of steroids he was a devoted man of god i am so heartbroken please men you are good enough just go to the gym stay away from steroids!🙏💔

[kumogate]

This is super interesting and something I've always been curious about but never thought to look into. I once asked my doctor about HRT for men and he cautioned against it because of the side-effects of quitting. I trusted him and just agreed but never really knew about the effects of quitting, and this video has given me some insights into that. So thank you for satiating this curiosity! Love you guys!

[marclife]

when u quit steroids you'll end up like this guy in the video

[joshcarter]

You guys should cover the PCT (post cycle therapy) protocol utilizing HCG and Clomid. They dramatically reduce recovery time and jumpstart the testes again. However, have their own lists of adverse effects.
Also side note, : Steroids themselves do not actually cause acne outright. I have been on for over 2.5 years as a competitor in men's physique. Never once have I had to deal with any sort of acne, hair loss, or any of the other typical side effects people expect with steroid use. A huge part comes down to genetics and the type of steroid you use/stack with others of course (there are hundreds of compounds out there), however many of the typical superficial side effects are caused more by hormone fluctuation though improper usage. Basically, don't be dumb and reckless, educate yourself, and be transparent with your family doctor/endocrinologist to ensure your safety while maximizing the benefits.

[seanburke]

Biggest takeaway: just take HCG and your body will be forced to make testosterone while youre taking it exogenously and you wont go through the worst version of these withdrawals

[patricklyonsofficial]

hey thanks so much for the awesome video! are you able to share the sources in the description like you usually do? i like having the additional references to know where the information comes from!

[cyrilio]

These are fascinating topics. Have you ever done a video about nootropics? Would love to hear more about them.

[patricklyonsofficial]

hey just wanted to see if you can add the sources to the description!

[chibbyylol]

4:41

Note some may NEVER recover / or recover 'enough' back to baseline after they stop using. Hence why some call it being 'shut down'.
If the body doesn't recover then one may have to then be on HRT for the rest of their life



*not a doctor

[SojournerDidimus]

Would be nice to also include when recovery from depression, insomnia, and low energy happen, as those are actually *more* important than your weener performance.

[zed]

Thanks for making this decision easier ❤ I wasn’t planning to use steroids but now I plan to never use them

[technolus]

From a gym bro: don't use steroids, there's really no need. Keep working out, eat proper, rest proper and you will look and feel great.

[aidandence]

The all knowing algorithm strikes again! Early today, I was contemplating looking into steroids but after watching this video and doing my own research inspired by this video I can confidently say that my mind has now been changed. Thank you and your team for all the work you do!

[patricklyonsofficial]

hey are y’all able to post the sources used in this video?