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Don't think I can actually answer this question or not. But I am 53 and am doing barbell dead-lifts. And I am pretty sure that you probably have more strength training under your belt that I do, since I didn't start doing serious strength training until about three years ago. I look at the hex bar at the gym and it just seems foreign to me. But am curious what others have to say about it.

After not being happy with the Urologist I went to...I went to the doctor I was going to go to in the first place. This urologist at least seems to be more knowledgeable on the subject, and a little more thorough, but still not great. He tested me for luteinizing hormone and prolactin. Both came back pretty normal. He doesn't seem to care about free testosterone, SBHG, estrogen, or estradiol, or any of the other things we talk about here. SIGH. He also was big on a once every two weeks shot, but was okay with once a week. Obviously the joke is on him. I am likely to stick with three shots a week for a while. You all pretty much said this was going to be par for the course. Not sure what I was expecting. Anyway, I will probably stick with this doc for maybe a year. He wants me to come back in six months to check on things. After a year of this I will probably look into a clinic.

So I finally just started my test c. Of course doc wanted me to do 200 mg/ml once every two weeks. Yeah not doing that. Started splitting it up into twice a week rather. So far so good. I have no expectations this soon. But the more I read on the topic the more I think I should do more than twice a week. What are everyone’s thoughts on a M-W-F routine or an every other day routine? I know the numbers wouldn’t add up all that evenly but I hear and read that these are probably ideal injection schedules for bigger guys.

Thanks in advance.

I definitely understand. And at 53 I’m not some young guy that can recover at I easily. A lifetime of wear and tear from the military, construction jobs, and now sitting at a desk. I started with the three exercises in the link below and really improved my life. If you can’t do those exact exercises there are easier variations until you build up some strength. No judgement here from me. Just like to share what has helped me.

The McGill Big Three for Core Stability

Good lord! I am not a happy camper. And I know you all warned me. Short story is, went in to the Urologist (this one came recommended) on March 2. I promptly did bloodwork next morning after orders were sent in to Labcorp. I did this twice. Received very little communication for the doctors office. Finally got word yesterday that the Doc wants to prescribe me 200mg of test every other week. Got clarification that yes, he wants me to do one injection every two weeks. I try to get clarification of what kind of testosterone he wants to prescribe me, and have received no other information. I told them I would prefer Cypionate as opposed to the Xyosted he originally wanted to give me. Said they send in the script to the pharmacy. They have yet to do so. Of course if I ever get the stuff I’ll be splitting the dose up to twice a week injections. Meanwhile I have an appointment scheduled for a different doctor. I’m just not happy with the lack of attention and inability to provide me information.

For the record I’m 53. First total test was 334 and second total test was 304. Free test during first set of labs was 6.1. Doc didn’t order free test for second labs.

As soon as I see the Urologist I’ll definitely ask. In the meantime I messaged his office and let them know I prefer test c.

I’m not overly impressed with the doc anyway and as soon as I get started on something I’ll probably look for another doctor. If another will take me on. I already have the tests done with this Urologist so I’m seeing it through for now.

I appreciate the response. I am definitely aware that my total is definitely not normal. The more I read on the Xyosted the more I learn that it’s not any better than anything else. I’m probably going to just see if I can go with Test C.

Went to the urologist and he only ordered total and free testosterone tests. He said if labs come back low then he’ll order all the other tests. He did prescribe 5mg Cialis once daily.

Anyway, got my first set of labs back today. Expect a phone call on Monday to see if I need to retest. Labs are as follows:

Testosterone 01 336 ng/dL (range 264-916)

Free Testosterone(Direct) 02 6.1 Low pg/mL (range7.2-24.0)

I’m a 53 year old male. 6’3” tall and weigh 285 (down 20 pounds over the past 3 months). I strength train but I’m inconsistent. Working on that. I do little cardio. Was doing 30 minute neighbor hood rucks with 20 pounds on my back until I ran into a foot issue (I’m working through it).

I have an appointment on Monday with my urologist to talk about TRT. Since the board here has a lot of knowledge, what questions should I ask? Is there anything I should be firm on? Any other info I should know before I go into it. For the record I’ve read this thread from start to finish a couple times. And I’ve done some research myself. So I think I have a good basis of knowledge. Haven’t had labs done yet, so I know that needs done. Thanks in advance.

Sorry to hear about your issues. Anxiety of any kind can be crippling...and the last thing you tell someone with anxiety is to "relax," because that just makes it worse.

It seems that multiple doctors and possibly other health professionals have done copious amounts of tests and have let you know that everything looks great. That is awesome news. But you still have issues of what you "might" have. It's that fear of the unknown. We can't control that, because it hasn't manifest itself...and likely never will. You need to build trust in your own body again.

If you love exercising...start doing some. But start off slow. You need to build that trust again. And as you gain confidence in yourself again...add a little more to your routine. It probably won't be easy for you, but you have to start somewhere.

I will also echo that if a medication makes you feel not so great, then seek other options. It may be that your body is telling you something.

I really hope you figure this out. Let us know what you decide. Good Luck.