Testosterone Cypionate was introduced to the market in the 1950s. Since then, its production and use have never stopped, and the Testosterone Cypionate Cycle is the most popular choice for beginners. This slow-acting ester is widely used in bodybuilding for performance purposes and in clinical medicine for testosterone replacement therapy.

Testosterone Cypionate Profile 

Classification: Anabolic Steroid

  • Androgenic 100
  • Anabolic 100
  • Standard Testosterone
  • Estrogenic Activity Moderate
  • Progestational Activity Low
  • Water Retention: Yes
  • Aromatization: Yes
  • Hepatotoxicity No
  • Active Half-life: 8 days
  • Recommended Dosage: 100-1000 mg/week

Esters General Information

Testosterone Cypionate is a slow-acting ester of Testosterone. Esterification is a process that prolongs the half-life of steroids and their release into the bloodstream.

Every steroid ester consists of the raw steroid and oil that the raw steroid is mixed with. Every steroid user should know and understand different types of esters, their half-life, and the weight of the raw steroid in estered compounds.

Esters And Their Half-Life

Unesterified Testosterone has a half-life of 1-2 hours.

  • Undecanoate 16 days
  • Decanoate 15 days
  • Cypionate 12 days
  • Enanthate 10 days
  • Caproate 9days
  • Hexanoate 9 days
  • Valerate 7 days
  • Butyrate 6 days
  • Propionate 2 days
  • Acetate 3 days

Formate 1.5 days

Raw Hormone Quantity in Esterified Compounds 

  • 100 mg Unesterified Testosterone = 100 mg of raw Testosterone
  • 100 mg Testosterone Propionate = 80 mg of raw Testosterone
  • 100 mg Testosterone Enanthate = 70 mg of raw Testosterone
  • 100 mg Testosterone Cypionate = 69 mg of raw Testosterone
  • 100 mg Nandrolone Phenylpropionate = 67 mg of raw Nandrolone
  • 100 mg Nandrolone Decanoate = 64 mg of raw Nandrolone
  • 100 mg Drostanolone Propionate = 80 mg of raw Drostanolone
  • 100 mg Drostanolone Enanthate = 70 mg of raw Drostanolone
  • 100 mg Trenbolone Acetate = 87 mg of raw Trenbolone
  • 100 mg Trenbolone Enanthate = 70 mg of raw Trenbolone
  • 100 mg of Trenbolone Hexa = 70 mg of raw Trenbolone

Testosterone Cypionate and its Possible side effects

Estrogenic

Testosterone Cypionate is a compound with moderate estrogenic activity; however, 

it could elevate estrogen levels at higher dosages. High estrogen levels could cause such side effects as water retention, a substantial increase in body fat, and gynecomastia. Gyno is probably one of the worst sides that could possibly happen. Gyno can be prevented or stopped at the early stage (3-7 days) if you act promptly and have the right supplies.

Gynecomastia

AAS with estrogenic or progestational activity could cause Gyno. Gyno can be prevented or stopped if you have the right supplies and act promptly.

Gynecomastia develops in a series of progressive stages. The first sign is a pain in the nipple area. This stage is called gynecodynea.

The 2nd stage is called lipomastia, and it is characterized by swelling around the nipple area. At this stage, it is possible to stop and reverse Gyno.

If left untreated for 5-7 days, lipomastia progresses to clear Gyno, which involves fibrous and glandular tissue growth.

If left untreated at early stages, the only way to get rid of Gyno is a corrective cosmetic surgery.

Minimize the Estrogen build-up and Estrogen activity

Estrogen plays a vital role in promoting an anabolic state in muscle tissue and the production of growth hormones. Also, it was demonstrated that estrogen increases the concentration of androgen receptors and plays a crucial role in promoting wakefulness. An extreme estrogen suppression might lead to fatigue, also called "steroid lethargy."

Crushed estrogen levels are not good, but too high estrogen levels are much worse. They could lead to side effects like water retention, gynecomastia, body fat accumulation, or erectile dysfunction.

Examples of Estrogenic activity levels of popular compounds.

Testosterone - Aromatized by the body -Moderate estrogenic activity

Dianabol - Aromatized by the body -Moderate estrogenic activity

Anadrol - Not Aromatized by the body-High estrogenic activity

Boldenone - Aromatized by the body - Low estrogenic activity

Nandrolone – Aromatized by the body (Low)- Low estrogenic activity

Masteron - Not Aromatized by the body-No estrogenic activity

Winstrol - Not Aromatized by the body-No estrogenic activity

Anavar - Not Aromatized by the body-No estrogenic activity

The most effective drugs to suppress estrogen activity are aromatase inhibitors (AI), Arimidex, Femara, or Aromasin. To those who are prone to Gyno, we recommend using an AI. They are very efficient at suppressing estrogen.

Aromatase Inhibitor Aromasin, for instance, also lowers the Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) by more than 20%.SHBG binds to Testosterone and reduces the free testosterone levels.

ProAdvise

Some compounds do not convert to estrogen however have a high level of estrogenic activity. An excellent example of such a compound is Oxymetholone. Anti-aromatase compounds Arimidex, Femara, or Aromasin, will not be effective. To avoid the estrogenic side effects, we recommend using anti-estrogens such as Nolvadex and Clomid.

Androgenic

Testosterone Cypionate is the primary male androgen. Higher than recommended dosages could lead to oily skin, acne and aggravate male hair loss, mainly if you have a genetic predisposition. Acne is probably the most common side effect associated with steroid use. Supratherapeutic doses of steroids are often accompanied by acne on the face, back, shoulders and chest.

Acne

Most androgens stimulate the sebaceous glands to secrete sebum (oily substance). Sebum is composed of fats and the remnants of dead fat-producing cells. Sebaceous glands are found in all hair-containing areas of the skin. Once the sebaceous glands become hyperactive, the hair follicles begin to clog with sebum, leading to acne. The most effective drug to combat acne is Accutane.

Accutane is an anti-acne drug that inhibits the sebaceous gland, diminishes oil production, and stops acne development. Accutane's active ingredient, Isotretinoin, is a retinoic acid derivative. Accutane was introduced as an anti-acne drug in 1982, and since then, it has been sold worldwide, and it is considered the most effective treatment for severe acne.

Hepatotoxicity

Testosterone Cypionate does not have hepatotoxic effects. Multiple clinical trials showed that Test E does not produce significant changes in liver enzymes levels.

Natural Testosterone Suppression 

All substances that activate any receptors (androgen, progesterone, or estrogen) WILL affect the HTPA axis and will cause a reduction of natural testosterone production. That is why we strongly advise implementing a proper PCT and performing blood works.



Testosterone Cypionate Effective Cycles

Testosterone Cypionate is the most used injectable ester of Testosterone. It can be stacked with various steroids and always provides exceptional results.

Testosterone Cypionate Cycle for Beginners 

Primary Goal: Mass Gains 

1 Week Testosterone Cypionate 200 mg 

2 Week Testosterone Cypionate 200 mg 

3 Week Testosterone Cypionate 300 mg

4 Week Testosterone Cypionate 300 mg

5 Week Testosterone Cypionate 300 mg

6 Week Testosterone Cypionate 350 mg

7 Week Testosterone Cypionate 350 mg

PCT Nolvadex

Testosterone Cypionate Cycle for Beginners Level

Most common follow up after 1st Testosterone Cypionate cycle

Beginner/Intermediate Level

Primary Goal: Mass Gains 

1 Week Testosterone Cypionate 200 mg 

2 Week Testosterone Cypionate 400 mg 

3 Week Testosterone Cypionate 400 mg

4 Week Testosterone Cypionate 400 mg

5 Week Testosterone Cypionate 400 mg

6 Week Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

7 Week Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

8 Week Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

9 Week Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

10 Week Testosterone Cypionate 200 mg

Testosterone Cypionate and Anavar Cycle

Testosterone Cypionate Cycle for Beginners and Intermediate Level

Beginners could gain up to 20 pounds on this cycle

Primary Goal: Mass Gains 

1 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 200 mg

2 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 400 mg 

3 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 400 mg

Anavar 50 mg/day 

4 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 400 mg

Anavar 50 mg/day

5 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 400 mg

Anavar 100 mg/day

6 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Anavar 100 mg/day

7 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Anavar 100 mg/day

8 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Anavar 100 mg/day

9 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Anavar 100 mg/day

10 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 200 mg

Anavar 100 mg/day

Testosterone Cypionate and Dianabol Cycle 

Testosterone Cypionate Cycle for Beginners and Intermediate Level

Beginners could gain up to 30 pounds on this cycle

Primary Goal: Mass Gains 

1 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Dianabol 25 mg/day

2 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg 

Dianabol 25 mg/day

3 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Dianabol 25 mg/day

4 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Dianabol 25 mg/day

5 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Dianabol 25 mg/day

6 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Dianabol 25 mg/day

7 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

8 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

9 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

10 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

11 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

12 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Testosterone Cypionate and Deca Cycle 

Testosterone Cypionate Cycle for Beginners and Intermediate Level

Primary Goal: Muscle Size and Strength Increase

1 Week 

Deca 200 mg 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

2 Week 

Deca 200 mg 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

3 Week 

Deca 200 mg 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

4 Week 

Deca 300 mg

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg 

5 Week 

Deca 300 mg 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

6 Week 

Deca 300 mg 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

7 Week 

APO Deca 300 mg 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

8 Week 

Deca 300 mg 

Testosterone Cypionate 500 mg

Testosterone Cypionate Cycle and Nandrolone

Beginner/Intermediate Level

Primary Goals: Bulking

Big Mass Gains

1 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 200 mg/week 

Nandrolone 200mg/week

2 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 200 mg/week 

Nandrolone 200mg/week

3 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 200 mg/week 

Nandrolone 200mg/week

4 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 300 mg/week 

Nandrolone 300mg/week

5 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 300 mg/week 

Nandrolone 300mg/week

6 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 300 mg/week 

Nandrolone 300mg/week

7 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 300 mg/week 

Nandrolone 300mg/week

8 Week 

Testosterone Cypionate 200 mg/week 

Nandrolone 200mg/week

Testosterone Cypionate in Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Unfortunately, ED is very common, and the biggest misconception is that ED is just an inevitable and expected part of aging.

There is absolutely no reason why men cannot remain sexually active well into their 30s,50 s, 70s, and beyond. A lot of men accept ED because they are embarrassed. It is crucial to understand that ED is a critical signal for more severe health issues, such as heart condition, diabetes, hormone imbalance, or kidney failure. More than 30% of males over 30 years old and almost 70% of males in their late 60s have ED, and only less than 22% of men self-report it. 

The most important thing is to admit that you have a problem and do something about it ASAP.

Only men who understand and accept that they have ED have chances to fix the issue. There are many effective remedies such as testosterone therapy, peptide therapy, the intake of selective dopamine receptor agonists, and PDE5 blockers.

Don t wait. Act now. Time is not a remedy when it comes to ED.

Testosterone Cypionate and Primo TRT

10 Weeks

135 mg Testosterone Cypionate/week

400 mg/week Primo

Ten weeks On /10 weeks OFF

Cycle results and Blood work analysis 

Travis A

57 yo /6' /189 lbs

Cycle Goal

A TRT combined with lean muscle gains and an increase of strength and energy levels.

Blood Test Timing

The blood work was performed On-cycle (6th Week) to analyze and adjust the compounds if needed. 

Blood Test Results

Testosterone Serum (Free and Total) 

User results 1103 ng/dL

Range 264-916 ng/dL

Free Testosterone 

User results 306.6 pg/mL

Range 46.0-224.0 pg/mL

Sex Horm Binding Globulin 

User results 15 nmol/L

Range 10-50 nmol/L

Estradiol 

User results 39 pg/mL

Range 8.0-35.0 pg/mL

Results

User gained 5 pounds of lean muscle and lowered body fat index by 2%

User reported a better muscle definition

User reported that he has better and longer erections

User reported a substantial increase in energy levels

User mentioned that he regained his normal active life

Conclusion

This blood work shows how powerful Testosterone Cypionate is even at modest dosages.

Primo was added for lean muscle gains and to further increase the effectiveness of Testosterone Cypionate.

A moderate dosage of Testosterone Cypionate (mild estrogenic activity) and Primo (no estrogenic activity/no progestational activity) work as intended, providing steady results.

Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Testosterone Cypionate combined with Proviron and HCG 

10 Weeks

245 mg Testosterone Cypionate/week

25 mg/day Proviron (12.5 mg /AM ; 12.5mg/PM)

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin(HCG) 400IUs x 2 times a week

No Aromatase Inhibitors

Cycle results and Blood work analysis

Frank T

43 yo/5.9/197 

Cycle Goal

A TRT combined with muscle gains

Blood Test Timing

The blood work was performed On-cycle (6th Week) to analyze and adjust the compounds if needed. Blood work results - ECLIA methodology.

Blood Test Results

Testosterone Serum (Free and Total) 

User results 1430 ng/dL

Range 264-916 ng/dL

Free Testosterone 

User results 32.8 pg/mL

Range 6.8-21.5 pg/mL

Sex Horm Binding Globulin 

User results 25.7 nmol/L

Range 16.5-55.9 nmol/L

Estradiol 

User results 48.5 pg/mL

Range 8.0-35.0 pg/mL

Results

User gained 5 pounds of lean muscle

User reported that he has better and longer erections

User reported a substantial increase in energy levels

Conclusion

This blood work shows how powerful Testosterone Cypionate is even at modest dosages.

Proviron was added to boost the effectiveness of Testosterone.

Proviron lowered the SBHG concentration that raised the Free Testosterone levels.

User is not prone to Gyno and does not feel well when the estradiol is crashed (fatigue); that is why he decided to avoid aromatase inhibitors (AI).

User was advised that he could raise his Proviron dosage to 50mg/day and lower his Testosterone Cyp dosage to get the Estradiol levels in normal ranges.