Testosterone Therapy 101: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Start

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Episode 13 – Testosterone Therapy 101: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Start

Low energy. Declining muscle mass. Brain fog. Loss of drive. These aren’t just signs of getting older—they’re often signs of declining testosterone. In this episode, we unpack what testosterone therapy really is, why it’s become more relevant than ever, and how men can take control of their health without falling into the traps of bro science or predatory clinics.

We start with the basics: how testosterone is produced in the body, how it declines with age, and what symptoms to look out for if you're wondering whether your levels are low. We explain the difference between total and free testosterone, and why standard labs—and even some doctors—often miss the full picture.

From there, we walk through the real options: injections, gels, patches, and even newer therapies like enclomiphene and hCG. We talk about what works, what’s outdated, and what you should know before starting treatment—including labs to request, red flags to avoid, and why a lot of mainstream medicine still gets testosterone therapy wrong.

You'll also hear a deeply personal perspective: how testosterone therapy helped me regain clarity, strength, and confidence—and why this isn’t just about libido or muscles. It’s about reclaiming capacity, staying strong into older age, and refusing to silently fade away.

Whether you’re just beginning to ask questions or already knee-deep in research, this episode offers a clear, honest, and medically literate look at testosterone therapy from someone who’s lived it, studied it, and navigated the system firsthand.

This is not hype. This is not medical advice. This is what I’ve learned—and why I believe every man deserves to know what’s possible.

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