First, I would like to say how much I appreciate this site and the information that is available to newbies like myself. Having a place to ask questions and gather information is a big help. Thanks. Now to my first cycle, I'm 40 years old and have always been is pretty good shape. I am 5' 10" and weight 195lbs. I have been working out for the last three years and have made some decent gains in strength. I started with a bench press max of 160lbs and just recently max'd at 315lbs. The gains have slowed conciderably even though I take supplements regularly. So I have decided to try something a little stronger. I plan on doing a 7 week cycle of anavar. I have already started taking milk thistle for my liver and will start the anavar on June 25th.

1st week 10mg/day
2nd week 20mg/day
3rd - 7th week 50mg/day


I will post updates every week to let you know how things are going. I would appreciate any questions or comments. Thanks again.......

i suggest running your cycle a little longer if you plan to gain well from the VAR, you can run it for up to 12wks seeing a its not so suppressive and not too harsh on your liver values, plus id run straight doseages and taper down towards the end, if anything start with 50 and finish with 10-20, you are not going to see much if anything with less than 50mg ED........VAR is pricey so you need to make the most of it.

You're right anavar is pricey and for that reason I only have enough to run a seven week cycle. I don't expect alot of gain in size but I hope to see an increase in strength and toning of muscle I already have. This is the testing of the waters. If everthing goes ok then my next cycle will be different. I want quality gains, not quick, water gains that I will end up losing. Thanks again......

I couldn't wait, instead of starting my cycle today, I started it last Monday the 18th. I was like a kid with a new toy. Anyway, YamahaRob I took your advise and changed my dosage. I will still be doing a 7 week cycle at 40 mgs ED, 20 in the morning and 20 in the afternoon. I know that may be on the low end of what most would recommend but that's I can do this time. And like I said this is my first cycle, so I'll see what happens. Well, as for what I have seen so far. I'm only going to tell you what I know for sure has changed. I have definitely seen as increase in energy and stamina. My wife, who doesn't know I'm taking VAR, said I have been in a better mood also. I haven't noticed any side effects. I know its early but I haven't noticed any gains in strength or muscle hardness either. I plan on maxing on the bench next weekend, maybe then I will see an increase. I'll let you know if anything changes between now and then.

40mg ed is a good dose, i suggest breaking up your doses a little more, he half life is short with var......7-8wks is a good length, just keep at it and you will notice some changes after a few weeks with any luck.....i would use the var whilst laningup to makethe most of the hardening properties, it will ward of some of the catabolic effects of the weights and cardio, keep eating just keep it clean...good luk

add some equipose to that cycle!

Hey jimrat,

Welcome to the board!

I am very interested in the results and you experience with this cycle. I will appreciate very much if you will keep us posted regarding this.

Thx Bro!

The second week of my VAR cycle ended with a bench press max. My previous max was 315lbs, last month. Yesterday, I got 325lbs. Not bad for a 40 year old! Before I started my cycle it was taking me months to move 5lbs on my bench press, so I am pleased with a 10lb increase in a month. There is definitely a strength gain from the VAR. I have started increasing my weight in other exercises also. The energy increase and overall good mood has continued. I can not see any increase in size but I have gotten a couple of comments from others about me getting bigger. I have not seen or felt any side effects to date. So far I am pleased with the VAR. I will give an update next week, let me know if you have any questions.

its still early days but have you noticed any fat burningproperties from the var?
i have some stashed which i plan to try out on a friend who might benefit from it on his current cycle......

I have been watching for this since I've read it was a possible positive side effect. I haven't commented on it yet because I can't say for sure that I've lost any body fat. I have noticed that my arms and legs stay tight, can't pinch anything. I don't know if this is from a reduction in body fat or just staying pumped. I have put on about three pounds since I started my cycle. If I start to tighten up around my waist and abs, then I will know for sure it is working. Now I must be honest, it is very difficult for me to stay on a strict diet with my work schedule. I have tried to keep my protien in take high and the fats low. Also, I don't get alot of cardio work in. So I may not lose much if any body fat. I will let you know how it goes.....