Originally Posted by
Iride01
While V02 max can be a strong predictor of ones athletic endurance potential, it's not a guaranty. Perhaps the testosterone users in your group also just simply ride more often and/or train better.
And have you actually checked to see what the total makeup of your group is for those that do and don't use testosterone. Perhaps you might find a almost equal number of those that do use, but don't excel in cycling performance. Or a almost equal number of those that don't use testosterone and do excel in cycling performance.
Still, the common wisdom applies. If the group you cycle with is too fast for you, then you need to find another group.
I'm assuming this was directed at me. I don't have any trouble keeping up with my group ride but thanks for the advice
I have no idea what percentage of that group takes testosterone. I've been referring to one specific person with whom I ride regularly, mostly just the two of us but in groups as well.