EP 72: Testosterone Therapy For Men: The TRUTH About Injections, Creams, And Pellets Longevity Unlocked podcast

EP 72: Testosterone Therapy for Men: The TRUTH About Injections, Creams, and Pellets

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Podcast Summary:

In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, Coach Kyle and Dr. K dive deep into testosterone therapy and hormone optimization for men. They break down the different delivery methods—like injections, creams, orals, and pellets—discuss the risks of misuse, and explore how to preserve fertility while on TRT. You’ll learn how to avoid common mistakes and how to approach hormone therapy in a safe, sustainable, and effective way.

Whether you're already on testosterone or just exploring your options, this episode gives you the no-nonsense guide to doing it right.

Key Takeaways:

The difference between TRT, HRT, and anabolic use
Why pellets aren't optimal and often cause dosage issues
The truth about creams, orals, and injections
How to dose testosterone correctly to avoid crashes and symptoms
Sub-Q vs IM injections—which hurts less and why
Why blocking estrogen can be dangerous and what to do instead
Best strategies to preserve fertility while on TRT
What is enclomiphene and how it compares to traditional testosterone
Common side effects and how to mitigate them

Chapters:

0:00 – Intro
1:15 – TRT vs Optimization vs Juicing
2:20 – What are pellets and why we don’t recommend them
3:20 – Oral testosterone: does it even work?
4:15 – Creams and DHT: Hair loss and family safety concerns
5:15 – Why injections are the gold standard
6:10 – How often should you inject testosterone?
7:00 – Sub-Q vs IM: Pros and cons
8:00 – Should you block estrogen?
9:10 – Preserving fertility on TRT: HCG vs Gonadorelin
10:15 – Enclomiphene: Natural testosterone support
11:30 – Mood and fertility effects of enclomiphene
12:30 – Pregnenolone and mood support
13:00 – Final thoughts and TRT wrap-up
13:40 – Medical disclaimer

Sponsors:

This episode is sponsored by The Longevity Center FL — your one-stop natural medicine shop. The LCFL is the perfect blend of Integrative, Osteopathic, and Regenerative Health Care in West Palm Beach, FL.

Website: https://www.thelcfl.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelcfl.com

Credits:

Produced by @clearviewstudio
Filmed by Jackson Young

Connect with Us:

Website: https://peakperformancepodcast.online
Instagram: @thepeakperformancepod
X (Twitter): @PeakPerformPod
Dr. K: @theosteodoc

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