a couple things here, first this is just my opinion and what works best for me and remember everyone is different so having said that i like for example on a 12 week cycle i like to start my HCG in week 9 running 500mg 2x a week for 5 weeks and the reason i do this is to hopefully help jumpstart your natural production. on Test E or Test C cycle you need to wait 2 weeks after your last pin to allow your test level to come down before starting your Nolva or Clomid. IB makes a great point above in that you need to be careful in using anything during your cycle that shuts down your E. your cortisol levels are directly related to your estrogen levels and if you drive E down your joints will feel like hell and you will not like it at all. this is why i like Arimidex. if you feel any sensitivity in your nipples or find yourself crying at a hallmark commercial simply take 1mg then 2 days later take another 1mg then .5mg 2x a week for 2 more weeks and then you should be good to go and then just listen to your body also be mindful of Estrogen rebound after your cycle is over. lastly if you are not competing i think you can make all of the gains you desire without messing with your HPTA and your overall health. glad you are here asking questions and educating yourself. glad to help either way you decide to go just be smart and remember this is your health and your body and its the only one you have. good luck!
VP
