Bulking Steroid Cycles & Stacks

Back when I started getting serious about lifting weights and getting big, the internet was in its infancy. Yeah, there were tons of magazines I could check out for workout tips, diet, looking at amazing pics of roided out guys (and thinking they were natural).

But nothing like we have today where there are literally thousands of everyday Joe’s sharing their experiences online for all to view – for free. Sounds good; but we have the reverse problem today – information overload (and much of it is plain trash or worse: fake).

As I’ve become more and more experienced not only with bodybuilding itself, but learning everything I can about diet and steroids, I’ve learnt to sort the wheat from the chaff so to speak – this makes it simple to focus on the relatively small amount of information that’s actually useful while blocking out all the background noise.

I figure the least I can do is share what I’ve learnt with people who don’t want to waste years going down the wrong paths, getting sucked in by sleek influencers on Instagram who are rarely what they claim to be – I stick with facts, science and what’s been working for decades.

If you’re ready to discover the most up to date, intimately researched and ultimately the best bulking compounds for steroid users you can buy right now, plus the most effective bulking stacks that WILL give you results – and how to put them all together in killer cycles, then read on because we’ve got you covered from A-Z in this all-in-one guide to bulking steroid cycles and stacks.

Author’s Note: The following guide is based on my personal experience and does NOT promote the use of illegal steroids (PEDs).

Steroid Compounds for Bulking

Anabolic steroids have long been used by bodybuilders to bulk up in size to levels that are extremely difficult or impossible to achieve without using these powerful compounds.

• But with so many possible steroids for you to choose from, how do you know which one (or two, or more in combination) you should be using?
• Which steroids are safest to use and which ones are going to deliver the massive bulking results you need?

Below are my top ten bulking steroids to use in a cycle and in stacks. Each of these compounds WILL give you incredible gains, as long as you use them properly.

Dianabol

Think of anabolic steroids and the name Dianabol is often the first to come to your mind. It’s long been the most popular and respected steroid and for good reasons.

WHAT IS IT: Dianabol comes in oral and injectable forms, but oral is by far the most commonly used. Dianabol is a an altered form of the testosterone hormone. The slight chemical modification of testosterone gives Dianabol less androgenic effects than regular testosterone. Dianabol works superbly when used with other steroids in a stack, and this is how it is most commonly used and provides the most benefits.

HOW IT WORKS: Dianabol delivers its results by seriously boosting nitrogen retention and protein synthesis, making muscle growth faster and greater. Increased blood and nutrient flow to the muscles enhances strength rapidly while reducing fatigue. Dianabol requires you to consume enough food calories for it to work to its maximum level.

BENEFITS: Dianabol is used to build mass and strength fast in a bulking cycle. You will also notice your ability to work out harder and longer increases and all this is due to the big boost to nitrogen retention and blood flow that Dianabol provides. The big benefit is that Dianabol starts working quickly and using it at the start of a bulking cycle gives the ultimate boost to your cycle.

DOSAGE: As I said, Dianabol is ideally used alongside other compounds and this means your dosage can vary a lot depending what your goals are and what other steroids are in the cycle. To get a good balance between benefits and side effects, 15mg or 20mg daily will not disappoint, especially if it’s your first time. Advanced users can go as high as 50mg to 100mg daily.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: Like all steroids, you can expect some side effects with Dianabol. It is not the most potent steroid to manage the side effects of, and you should be able to control the negative effects in most cases. Side effects range from increased estrogenic effects that cause gynecomastia and water retention; this is the most likely side effect of Dianabol and should be controlled with SERMs or AI’s to prevent high blood pressure.

Even though its androgenic properties are quite low, it’s still possible you could experience androgenic related effects like acne. Other negatives are the potential for increased cholesterol and the certain suppression of testosterone which can be pretty strong with Dianabol. As an oral steroid, Dianabol can stress your liver so it’s best to not use it beyond the recommended dosage and cycle length.

You can’t go wrong by adding Dianabol to a bulking cycle. It is a simple, easy to use steroid that provides massive benefits in rapid time and that’s why it’s been a staple for bodybuilders for decades.

Anadrol

Anadrol is a bulking powerhouse steroid. It’s a dihydrotestosterone (DHT) derived compound which is taken orally.

WHAT IS IT: Also called Oxymetholone, Anadrol is a powerful oral anabolic steroid with an anabolic rating which is over triple that of regular testosterone. With this potency comes many powerful benefits, but also negative effects that you should be aware of before starting an Anadrol cycle.

HOW IT WORKS: Anadrol is a steroid that should be used alongside other steroids in a stack, rather than on its own. It will provide significant gains in mass and strength thanks to its very potent anabolic rating. In fact it is one of the most powerful anabolic steroids available.

BENEFITS: Anadrol starts working fast so its best use is at the start of your bulking cycle where this compound will give you quick gains, while the other injectable compounds in your cycle take a while longer to kick in. It is also a powerful mid-cycle compound where you need to smash through a plateau so your gains don’t stagnate. This makes Anadrol a serious weapon in any well planned steroid cycle.

DOSAGE: This quick acting oral steroid also leaves the body quickly so you need to take it daily. It should be used for no longer than a 6 week period, but even 4 weeks will give awesome results at 50mg daily. The higher the dose, the more serious side effects will be and it is known that anything above 100mg is not only possibly dangerous, but will not provide any added benefits.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: Anadrol is a non-terminating steroid so it doesn’t cause a conversion of testosterone to estrogen; but despite this it still manages to have estrogenic effects that can cause gyno and water retention. As you will be likely using either SERMs or AI’s in your cycle to combat side effects of other compounds, these will help with Anadrol’s estrogenic effects.

Some people will experience androgenic effects like acne or hair loss, and this is not a steroid that should be used by women. Cholesterol changes, testosterone suppression and liver toxicity are all other side effects to be aware of with Anadrol.

Anadrol is a potent weapon to have in your steroid arsenal and will provide a mighty boost to your bulking cycle when used with other bulking compounds.

Deca-Durabolin

This famous steroid is made of the compound nandrolone decanoate. It is one of the most widely used steroids, and comes with an added benefit that we don’t often see with other compounds.

WHAT IS IT: Deca as it is usually called, comes with an anabolic rating slightly higher than regular testosterone at 125. But its androgenic rating is a mere 37, compared with 100 for testosterone This is a steroid that we can use for mass building, but should be aware that gains are quite slow with this compound. A bonus is the therapeutic and healing properties of Deca which aid in recovery.

HOW IT WORKS: Deca works similarly to many other steroids – by increasing protein synthesis and nitrogen retention (which it is particularly good at compared to other compounds), boosting IGF-1 and as a unique bonus, it improves collagen synthesis which leads to the therapeutic and healing properties of Deca that you don’t get with other steroids.

BENEFITS: The low androgenic rating of Deca means you won’t be dealing with serious androgenic side effects, and the estrogenic activity is also low. A clear benefit is the boost to recovery, muscle pain relief and enhanced endurance with Deca’s therapeutic advantages.

DOSAGE: If you want to use Deca purely for therapeutic reasons, a low dose of 100-200mg weekly works well. But for bulking you will want to increase this to 400mg weekly. Advanced users might extend to 600mg weekly maximum. Deca is slow acting with a half life of 6-12 days, so a once weekly injection is more than enough, although you might prefer to split the dose into twice weekly so cut down on the amount being injected each time.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: Deca is a relatively mild steroid but you might still notice side effects, especially at higher doses. Deca only aromatizes a little, causing potential gyno and water retention. It is the stronger progestin activity in Deca that can raise estrogen levels, so you’ll want to keep up your use of SERM’s to combat this. Deca can cause some changes in cholesterol, but maintaining a quality diet can minimize this. The strongest side effects is testosterone suppression, so a testosterone compound must also be used with Deca.

Deca is a well tolerated steroid that will be especially valued if you are fairly new to using steroids, with its multiple benefits and the potential side effects being quite mild compared to other compounds.

Testosterone Enanthate/Cypionate

Testosterone Enanthate and Testosterone Cypionate are two very similar compounds. Both are exactly the same in that they contain pure testosterone; with the only difference being the attached ester. These two esters are very similar though, and you will find that there’s little to no difference in how you use either compound, so we’ve combined them here with the info below applying to both.

WHAT IS IT: Testosterone is the primary and most important sex hormone in males. When bodybuilders inject testosterone, we are simply making use of this natural hormone, in synthetic form, and multiplying its effects (depending on your dose). Testosterone has two main uses for bodybuilders: as a replacement hormone that you must use when using other steroids that suppress your normal testosterone production, and at much higher levels to bulk up, increase recovery, and generally provide a massive boost to anabolic activity.

HOW IT WORKS: Testosterone affects countless aspects of your physical health, and even mental health. So taking exogenous testosterone magnifies these effects – the higher the dose, the greater the effects. When bulking is your main priority, testosterone steroids will boost protein synthesis and nitrogen retention – this is the ABC of building muscle. It enhances recovery and boosts red blood cell count, so you’re getting more nutrients to the muscles. Testosterone also has anti-catabolic effects so you retain muscle better.

BENEFITS: Testosterone clearly gives you a mountain of benefits for bulking and overall bodybuilding and fitness. It allows you to use much more powerful steroid compounds which can partially or totally suppress your natural testosterone; by taking exogenous testosterone you provide a test replacement during your cycle. On its own test will bulk up your size and strength (as long as your diet and workouts are right) and will help you hold on to muscle if you want to lose fat. Testosterone will let you achieve significantly greater muscle and strength gains than you ever could with your natural levels of hormone production.

DOSAGE: There’s a big difference in dosage whether you’re using Test as a hormone replacement or performance enhancement 200mg or no more than 25mg weekly is more than enough to have you covered when using it to replace testosterone while using other compounds – but you might want to adjust this depending how suppressive the other steroids are. When using it as a prominent compound in a bulking cycle, 500mg weekly gives you a near perfect balance between results and side effects. Hardcore users though will easily increase this up to 1000mg.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: At higher doses you can expect some side effects, but they aren’t as strong as with many other steroids and most guys will tolerate it well. Testosterone does aromatize so gyno and water retention can rear their ugly heads, but with SERM’s this is easily controlled. The usual androgenic effects are possible, including acne and hair loss in sensitive individuals. Cholesterol may be negatively impacted, and natural testosterone will be suppressed; making PCT critical after your cycle.

Your choice between Testosterone enanthate or cypionate will likely just come down to what’s available to you. Both will deliver the same results whether you’re using Test as a hormone replacement in a stack, or at higher doses for performance enhancement.

Trenbolone

Trenbolone is a very powerful steroid, in multiple ways. This includes both its potent benefits as well as its rather severe side effect profile. This makes Trenbolone a steroid that should be used by more experienced steroid users, and is not one suited to a first timer (unless you’re really game).

WHAT IS IT: Tren is a Nandrolone derived steroid which was originally developed to increase muscle mass and appetite in cattle. To know just how powerful Trenbolone is compared to regular testosterone, you only have to look at its anabolic and androgenic rating: both at 500 compared to 100 for testosterone Trenbolone Acetate is the most common ester variant used as it is fast acting and will leave the body quickly if you are experiencing any of the more serious side effects.

HOW IT WORKS: Everything about Trenbolone’s effects are magnified significantly thanks to its extreme anabolic rating. It builds muscle by significantly boosting nitrogen retention, protein synthesis, red blood cells and by increasing the efficiency of the way nutrients are absorbed by the body after eating.

BENEFITS: Even though it is amazingly powerful, Tren doesn’t cause fluid retention, making it a very appealing mass gainer especially if training for competitions and many will see this as a big benefit. Tren will provide some exceptional muscle and strength gains, but it’s also excellent for a cutting phase to enhance your physique without water retention. Some users might see an appetite increase which can boost your food intake, leading to more gains (provided you’re eating quality calories).

DOSAGE: Because Tren is so powerful, you don’t need to use high doses and certainly a higher dose is going to greatly increase the chance of the more concerning side effects. Stacking Tren with at least testosterone is required, and the dosage of Tren in a simple stack should be around 150mg weekly.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: Tren does not aromatize, but it does have a strong progestin effect and this can also lead to gyno developing. Some users might see hair loss and blood pressure increases, and it should never be used if you have existing blood pressure issues. There are a whole other set of side effects that can come with Tren that we don’t usually see with other compounds, and these are the serious ones that some guys won’t be able tolerate while others don’t have such of an issue. These include anxiety and increased heart rate, aggression and anger, loss of libido and difficulty sleeping.

If you’re fortunate not to be affected by the negative impacts of Trenbolone, you’ll get to enjoy one of the most potent and versatile steroids available for mass building and physique hardening minus the fluid gains.

Turinabol

Turinabol is not as well known as Dianabol, but it is an altered version of that world famous steroid. You can think of it as a less potent form of Dianabol, with a low androgenic rating.

WHAT IS IT: Turinabol is a combination of Methandrostenolone (Dianabol) and Clostebol. It is an oral steroid which is not specifically a bulking steroid, but can still be used effectively in a bulking cycle, as it provides a superb boost to endurance and strength. Turinabol can therefore be thought of more as a supportive compound to use alongside more powerful steroids in a bulking cycle.

HOW IT WORKS: Turinabol works similarly to Dianabol, and can just be thought of as a weaker version in all respects. So we get improved nitrogen retention and protein synthesis, and all processes that are associated with Dianabol, however you can expect a noticeably milder effect with Tbol.

BENEFITS: There’s no aromatizing activity so Turinabol won’t bring on estrogenic effects, and the androgenic effects are minimal with a rating of just 6 alongside an anabolic rating of 54. These are attractive benefits for people wanting reduced side effects compared to Dbol and other steroids.

DOSAGE: Because of its moderate anabolic properties, you will need higher doses to get a big benefit with Turinabol. Lower doses are often used for cutting and competition prep. For bulking, 60mg daily in combination with another compound with a higher anabolic rating can deliver nice gains in strength, lean muscle and muscle maintenance.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: The good news is that Turinabol’s overall mildness results in some of the weakest side effects you will see with any steroid, with one exception. That is in the area of cholesterol where this steroid can seriously skew your good and and bad cholesterol levels the wrong way; so if you already have cholesterol issues, you might reconsider using Turinabol. Androgenic effects should be tiny to non-existent, with the usual liver toxicity to be aware of as it’s an oral steroid.

Oral Turinabol is a decent choice for beginner steroid users who want to avoid really serious side effects. Keep in mind it is mild and is often used for cutting/fat loss and pre-contest, but it’s a solid choice for dipping your toe into steroids before jumping on to the harder compounds later.

Equipoise

Equipoise will appeal to you if you want to build mass, while not having to deal with the more severe side effects of other steroids. This is a steroid that is known to be tolerated well by most people, even by women. Equipoise stacks very well with many other steroids and is great for bulking, as well as other uses like cutting.

WHAT IS IT: Equipoise or Boldenone was originally created as a steroid for horses. It is only a slightly modified version of the testosterone hormone, but this modification brings some noticeable differences between the two. Equipoise is a powerful steroid that can give you spectacular results with less side effects than many other compounds.

HOW IT WORKS: Just like testosterone, Equipoise will promote protein synthesis and nitrogen retention, and increase red blood cell count and insulin growth factor 1.

BENEFITS: Equipoise is a low release hormone in its common form as Boldenone Undecylenate so you could easily get away with a once weekly injection; this is appealing for guys who aren’t keen on regular injections. There’s no doubt the reduced side effects experienced with Equipoise compared to testosterone is one of the biggest benefits of this steroid.

DOSAGE: Thanks to the mostly mild side effects, we can easily use EQ up to 600mg weekly, although even 400mg will provide impressive results. Because this is a slow acting and long acting compound, your cycle length will need to be no shorter than 8 weeks, but 12 weeks is recommended.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: Compared with testosterone, Equipoise has the benefit of only aromatizing half as much, so you get less estrogenic effects. In fact both androgenic and estrogenic effects should be minimal and mostly depend on your individual predisposition to these side effects. Equipoise will suppress testosterone and you will need to use a testosterone steroid alongside it.

While Equipoise isn’t going to build mass as well as testosterone itself, it comes with special advantages that make it very appealing. If you want many of the benefits of testosterone with a reduced side effect profile, Equipoise is well worth your consideration.

Sustanon 250

Sustanon 250 is a unique product because it’s made up of a combination of multiple Testosterone esters all in one. The 250 in the name refers to the total of 250mg of testosterone in the formula.

WHAT IS IT: Sustanon 250 is a form of testosterone which was developed to be used medically as testosterone replacement for men with testosterone deficiency. Like many such steroid products, it also appeals to those of us who see its benefits for bulking and performance enhancement uses. It is a good choice for beginners who want infrequent administration of a powerful steroid.

HOW IT WORKS: Sustanon is plain testosterone, so you get all the benefits of that hormone as you would with a single ester product. This means muscle growth, maintaining lean muscle and increased strength as well as mental benefits like enhanced clarity and focus. Sustanon 250 does this by promoting protein synthesis and nitrogen retention, increasing Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1 to boost anabolism, while decreasing destructive stress hormones.

BENEFITS: The value of a formula of multiple esters of testosterone is that you are combining both slow acting and fast acting forms of the hormone – while the short esters start working right away, the long esters kick in later. This means you aren’t tied to the properties of just a single form of testosterone. A prime time to use Sustanon 250 is during off season bulking where you can build up lean mass with the increased testosterone levels while seeing a decreased tendency to gain fat – as long as your diet is right. Sustanon 250 protects lean muscle tissue and your dosage and workouts will determine just how much you can gain.

DOSAGE: You can start as low as 250mg weekly, but this is usually only enough to provide an external source of testosterone if you’re using other suppressive compounds. Most of us will want at least 500mg per week for bulking. This can go up to 1000mg depending on your goals and your tolerance for side effects.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: Sustanon 250 comes with the same side effects risks as all other forms of testosterone. Gyno and water retention will need to be controlled, particularly as excess fluid can raise blood pressure. Sustanon will have high androgenic effects but some guys are much more sensitive than others to developing acne and hair loss. Your natural testosterone will be suppressed while using Sustanon 250, so you’ll need a PCT plan in place following your cycle.

Sustanon 250 gives you a unique ability to receiving both fast acting and slow acting testosterone esters in the one injection, helping you maintain stable levels of the hormone during a bulking cycle, while reducing the frequency of your injections.

Halotestin

When it comes to the most powerful anabolic steroids we can use, Halotestin is certainly up there with the best. Despite its potency, it’s not one of the most popular steroids used for bulking, which is why you might not even have heard of it. Why is this? Because it’s main benefit is to seriously boost strength, and it does this amazingly well. Still, Halotestin can be an asset in a bulking cycle when used wisely.

WHAT IS IT: Halotestin (Fluoxymesterone) has an almost unbelievable anabolic rating of 1900, compared with 100 for testosterone. Its androgenic rating is also in the sky, at 850. It is an oral steroid and while it is exceptionally powerful, it actually provides few benefits compared to adverse effects in most bulking cycles compared with the more commonly used compounds.

HOW IT WORKS: Halotestin will increase energy as well as strength, and all this happens due to the way it increases your red blood cell measurements. It’s easy to assume with such a high anabolic rating that you’ll get huge anabolic effects, but the anabolic properties of Halotestin have little effect in humans – most of its effects come from its androgenic properties.

BENEFITS: Halotestin is best used as a strength enhancing steroid, and this can provide a massive benefit in a bulking cycle even if Halotestin itself is not contributing much or at all to lean muscle growth. The increased energy and aggression it causes can lead to positive outcomes in the gym if you know how to channel and control the aggression into your workouts.

DOSAGE: Small doses and short cycles are essential for using Halotestin safely. Even 10mg daily of this oral steroid will provide very noticeable benefits. No more than 40mg daily should be attempted, and cycle lengths of no longer than 4 weeks is required because of the high rate of liver toxicity.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: With such massive anabolic and androgenic ratings, you’d be spot on to expect some serious side effects from Halotestin. In fact they can be severe enough to put off most people from using it at all. Along with the benefit of increased strength comes increased aggression and how much this affects you positively or negatively will greatly depend on your personality. Physically wise, the risk of liver toxicity is very high with Halotestin – possibly the most hepatotoxic of all steroids Halotestin will cause strong androgenic side effects and cholesterol impacts, with the lack of estrogenic side effects being the only benefit here.

Halotestin is a seriously potent steroid with limited use and benefit for bulking purposes due to its deceiving anabolic rating. It can help power your workouts, but it’s a steroid you can only use for a short period of time and comes with serious side effects so for most of us, Halotestin is unlikely to be a desirable compound to use.

Parabolan (Tren Hex)

You’ve heard of Trenbolone, well Parabolan is a modified version of that popular steroid. That’s why it’s also called Tren Hex (Trenbolone Hexahydrobenzylcarbonate), with Parabolan being the brand name. Trenbolone itself is a varied form of Nandrolone.

WHAT IS IT: Parabolan has a longer and slower acting ester attached to the Trenbolone hormone compared to the short estered Trenbolone Acetate. This gives Parabolan a half life of about 14 days, compared to just three days for Tren Ace. This means you can administer it less often. In any case, the Trenbolone hormone is exactly the same and provides the same performance benefits no matter which form you use.

HOW IT WORKS: Protein synthesis and nitrogen retention are significantly enhanced by Parabolan. As more proteins are built, more muscle is built and the body is in an extremely high anabolic state, which also raises your metabolic rate. The way Parabolan boosts nutritional efficiency is a unique trait of Trenbolone itself and helps you use every ounce of energy from your food. Parabolan increases IGF-1 which stimulates muscle tissue growth while improving muscle recovery.

BENEFITS: Parabolan is one of the most potent steroids and it’s one of the most widely used in bulking cycles. Trenbolone in any form provides superb mass building ability and conditioning benefits. It prevents catabolism from occurring, which stops the breakdown of lean muscle and can even support fat loss directly. You will see a big boost to muscular endurance which will power your workouts.

DOSAGE: Parabolan is unique in that it comes in ampule sizes of 76mg/ml so your dosage will be measured in ampules. For bodybuilding purposes, a dose of 3 ampules weekly provides excellent benefit, as does raising this to 4. Advanced users don’t shy away from using 5 or 6 ampules weekly but it should not be a beginner’s dose.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: For its massive benefits, the side effect profile of Trenbolone can be considered somewhat moderate, but there are still many things to be aware of while knowing individual responses can differ considerably. Firstly the good news: there’s no aromatizing so no estrogenic activity, however this is replaced by progestin activity and can cause some gyno in some guys – but water retention is not an issue here. It is however very androgenic so hair loss and acne can be experienced by some users. Keeping track of your cholesterol is important as Parabolan can negatively impact it during use. Testosterone will be suppressed so you’ll need a form of exogenous testosterone during the cycle and PCT afterwards.

You simply can’t go past the Trenbolone hormone for bulking and overall performance enhancement and Parabolan provides a secondary option for a longer acting form of this extremely powerful and popular steroid.

Steroid Stacks for Mass and Strength

Stacking compounds is standard for any user above beginner level. Hell, even beginners can start with a simple stack with minimal risk as long as the basics of dosage, cycle length, side effect control and PCT are followed.

Quite simply by stacking compounds you’re covering your bulking needs from multiple angles and making sure gaps are filled by taking advantage of the different properties and effects of two or three different steroids.

Below are three examples of the best stacks you can use to achieve immense gains in mass and strength using the best combination of steroids at the right doses.

Dbol/Tren/Test: Super Mass Builder

Three of the most tried and tested compounds that need no introduction, with Dianabol, Trenbolone and testosterone combined in a stack that’s gonna blow your strength through the roof and promote mass increases that can, with the right workouts and diet, easily reach 20lbs.

BENEFITS: Mass and strength increases are the name of the game here and you will notice them significantly. This is a cycle you can run for up to 12 weeks and it’s best to do that so you can make use of Dbol for the first 6 weeks along with testosterone, then switch to Tren for the last 6 weeks combined with test.

DOSING: Weeks 1-6 up to 40mg of Dbol daily and 500mg weekly of testosterone enanthate or cyp (twice weekly at 250mg each is ideal). Weeks 7-12: Trenbolone 100mg three times weekly, testosterone 500mg weekly split into a twice weekly dose.

RESULTS: You can expect impressive strength gains which will in turn boost your performance and capabilities, which all leads to bigger, faster gains. 20lbs of mass isn’t out of the question by the end of the cycle, but you’ll need to pay attention to controlling fluid weight for best results.

PCT: Consider using Arimidex for the whole cycle if you can afford to, otherwise start using it the day after your last injection at 1/2 mg daily for up to 6 weeks, as well as Clomid at 100mg daily for the first 10 days, and reduced to 50mg daily for the next 10 days.

Deca Durabolin/Dbol/Test Cycle

Another combo of legendary compounds, this one adds in Deca in place of Tren. Some guys will find Deca a dream to use, others not so much – but you won’t know until you try! The full effects of Deca in this stack will take a few weeks to kick in, so you’ll need to run it for 12 weeks.

BENEFITS: Expect amazing pumps thanks to the big nitrogen retention boost you’ll get with Deca. If this is one of your first cycles you can easily see gains in the 25lbs range. Those with more experience might find gains a little more moderate, but they’ll still be ultra impressive even in the 10-15lbs range.

DOSING: This is a simple cycle to implement and can be done multiple ways. A plan that never fails is to use Dbol for the first 6 weeks only at up to 35mg daily (but 25mg is fine, especially if this is your first). Dbol then stops at week 6. The entire cycle makes use of Deca at 300mg weekly, and testosterone at 500mg weekly for the whole 12 weeks.

• Weeks 1-6: 25-35mg/day Dbol
• Weeks 1-12: 300mg/week Deca, 500mg/week test

RESULTS: Expect gains anywhere from 15lbs up to 35lbs at the extreme end if you’re not a hard gainer or don’t have a huge number of cycles under your belt yet. Expect some mighty pumps thanks to Dbol’s nitrogen retention boost.

PCT: Start Arimidex a day after your final injection and continue it for four weeks at 1/2mg daily. Start Clomid from two weeks after the last injection for 10 days at 100mg daily, then cut it down to 50mg daily for the next 10 days.

Sustanon/Tren/Anadrol Mass Stack

This is a more advanced and hardcore stack and one you probably won’t want to be trying as your first, but with that comes more extreme results and the combination of Sustanon (testosterone), Tren and Anadrol is a mass gainers dream.

BENEFITS: Expect very quick results with this stack thanks to Anadrol the fast acting oral steroid.

DOSING: This is a 10 week cycle, however (very important) – Anadrol should only be used for the first three weeks! This gives a super kickstart, then takes the pressure of your liver while the other steroids take over. For the first 3 weeks use Anadrol at 100mg daily. For the entire 10 week cycle use Sustanon at 750mg weekly and Tren at 300mg weekly. You can combine Tren and Sustanon into one syringe dose, and administer it three times per week.

RESULTS: Anadrol will have you gaining mass within the first few weeks, and just how much depends on your workouts, diet and how many cycles you’ve already done, but expect impressive results either way. Tren will deliver super lean muscle and strength gains without water retention and boosting nutrient efficiency.

PCT: Post cycle therapy is the same as the cycles listed above. Clomid and Arimidex are your friends, so make sure you have enough on hand before starting this cycle.

FAQs

Is it better to stack steroids?

When you stack steroids you can greatly enhance your results, but you also run the risk of increased side effects. If massive gains is your top priority, then steroid stacking can’t be beaten for the impressive results they are capable of giving you compared to using just one steroid compound on its own.

What is the best steroid stack for bulking?

There is no one best stack for bulking, and you might get amazing results from one stack while another guy favors completely different compounds. But there’s no doubt that the tried and tested bulking stack of Dianabol, Trenbolone and testosterone is difficult to beat if reliable massive strength and mass gains are your number one goals.

Is stacking steroids safe?

Using any anabolic steroid comes with risks, so when you combine more than one you are essentially increasing the risk. That’s why it’s vital you pay attention to dosages and cycle lengths, and learn how to effectively control side effects. Once you’re confident and experienced with using steroids, the risk decreases; however you should always remember that steroids are never free of risk.

How long should you wait between oral steroid stacks?

Most oral steroids come with risks to your liver, and the liver will be stressed following a cycle that includes oral steroids. So you absolutely must have a suitable break in between oral steroid stack cycles, with a minimum of a 4 week break being recommended to allow the liver to recover.

What should trenbolone be stacked with?

Trenbolone is a popular compound to use in a bulking stack and as far as mass building goes, it stacks well with Dbol and testosterone. In place of Dianabol, Deca Durabolin is often used with Trenbolone. Tren is a great versatile compound to add to your bulking stack which does not cause water retention or other estrogenic effects.

My Conclusion and Recommendation

I wouldn’t blame you for feeling overwhelmed when trying to work out what your first steroid cycle should look like! We’ve all been there. The important thing is not to over-analyze, and to just get started with what you can get and what you’re comfortable with (oh yeah, and with what you can afford as well).

You really can’t go past any of the compounds which have legendary status – because they work. Whether it’s Dbol, Equipoise or just plain testosterone, your results will be so far above and beyond what you could otherwise achieve that you will soon learn what works for you and what doesn’t – then adapt your cycles accordingly.

My recommendation? For sheer gains and overall performance enhancing power and benefit, you can’t go past including a form of Trenbolone in your bulking stack. It ticks all the boxes for what we need in a bulking cycle, and stacks very well with a range of other steroids. The Dbol/Tren/Test stack cycle is one of the most basic, yet virtually fail-proof cycles you can do if packing on mass is your first, second and third priority.

Author’s Note: For real, NO-BS information on using steroids be sure to check out Straight From the Underground (my recommended underground steroid handbook). Everything in this book is based on first hand experience, not theory.