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wipekitty 08-30-17 11:09 PM


Originally Posted by BillyD (Post 19825535)
Hmmm that's peculiar, I hear shaving your legs drops it by 50% as well.

But shaving your arms increases it, right?

3alarmer 08-31-17 01:39 AM

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...if you're genuinely interested in increasing your testosterone levels, just use the injectable stuff. Or, you could "eat some beefsteak", if you know what I mean.

Campag4life 08-31-17 05:01 AM


Originally Posted by Stormsedge (Post 19828110)
I'm as good as I ever was...once.

OK Toby. ;)

kokol 09-01-17 09:12 AM


Originally Posted by Sangetsu (Post 19822609)
I think the other health benefits outweigh any variance in testosterone levels. Studies are inconclusive at best, and completely wrong more often than not. Many of the health studies that were used to determine mainstream policy in health and fitness in my youth have since been refuted. Extremely few studies in health and other sciences have withstood the test of time. If you like riding, and it makes you feel good, then go out and ride.

Studies have been conclusive across the board. T peaks at some point after intense exercise. The more you exercise after a period of intensity T levels decrease as has been shown by research. Dont know what "few studies" you mean since studies have proven otherwise.

Ramona_W 09-01-17 12:20 PM


Originally Posted by EnsitMike (Post 19821949)
I believe all physical activity temporarily boosts testosterone levels. I think it is minor though, as in only several hours.

What about loading/unloading the dishwasher, folding towels, etc?

#NoComplaintsHere

awesomeame 09-02-17 05:47 AM

no idea on the science, but when i come back from riding all i want to do is screw. so I'd say riding increases T. Unfortunately I'm single, so, um, yeah....this is probably too much information haha

Matt


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