I've just started trying to get in shape (bodybuilding) and I've had many people tell me that weed will prevent you from making muscle gains and it raises your estrogen levels. Now most of these people were probably not weed smokers so I'm not sure if their point of view is correct. I'd just like to ask if we have any bodybuilders or other athletes that can weigh in on this subject. Experiences? Any science behind either theory? Are the people saying not to smoke just being overly paranoid?
I don't know the science behind it but I'm a body builder and it doesn't affect my work outs or results at all. I have a friend who is a power lifter and he constantly smokes. Arnold Schwarzenegger has said before he used to smoke marijuana and he was a body builder. Trust me the weed has no negative affects on your training.
Wow thanks. How long have you been lifting? I just started. I need to lose some weight doing cardio before I get serious about it.
A consumption of soy, yams, and alfalfa increases your Estrogen level. There hasn't been a study that show a connection so you're fine, enjoy your toke.
I started at 16. My Step Dad is in the military and taught me a muscle isolation program. If you're looking to loose weight you can download Rush Fit, Insanity, or P90x and do the cardio and plyometric videos. I used to just run outside (I live by the beach so its never a boring run) but now I find it quicker and more efficient just using the videos. 30 min video at home > 1 hour cardio session at beach/gym
The people who say smoking negates your gains are the same people who believe that "bongs filter out all the addictive shit" and "white lighters are bad luck". Stoner talk. Take it from a bodybuilder and a real head, it won't affect your shit.
I got man tits when i started smoking but because i ate like a motherfucker and got fat. I stoped eating junk and eatinf healthy and my man tits are gone soo i dont think so man. Just lay off the munchies Sent from my SGH-T999 using Grasscity Forum mobile app
No, don't listen to people, people don't know shit. Iv heard the myth before and I have never found any valid articles or research that showed an increase in estrogen levels while using cannabis. If you are into bodybuilding and afraid of bitch tits make sure you are stocked up on some nolvadex/clomid before running your first cycle.
I train and weed helps me wi the aches and pains and helps me get down my 5 meals. Sent from my iPad using Grasscity Forum
It'll make you hungry. So fatties who only eat cake and shit like that when they get high will get tits over an extended period of time.
I think they mean it gives you man tits due to the munchies. If you're not stupid with what you eat then you should be good
Haha fuck yeah dude. People don't understand how many stoners are in MMA or bjj. People roll high all the time at the gym I go to including me