💥 MYTH: "Lifting heavy lowers testosterone!"

❌ WRONG. In fact, it does the opposite.

Lifting heavy, especially compound movements like squats and deadlifts boosts testosterone acutely after training. This short-term rise helps stimulate muscle growth, recovery, and overall hormonal health (this includes you ladies).

👉 A 2024 study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences found that a single session of resistance training (both bench press and leg press) led to a significant increase in testosterone levels in strength-trained males. Blood samples taken before, immediately after, and one hour post-exercise showed elevated testosterone concentrations following the workouts.

https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/25/13/7455

So no, lifting heavy won't lower your testosterone, it’s one of the best things you can do to support it naturally.

💬 Heard this myth before? Tag a mate who needs to read this.

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