Halotestin is an oral steroid which was introduced on
the market by Upjohn Company in 1957. Fluoxymesterone substance is
precursor of methyltestosterone. Through its changes in the chemical
structure, was made much more androgenic than testosterone. The
anabolic component is only slightly pronounced. Based on its
characteristics Halotestin is used mainly when the athlete is more
interested in a strength build up rather than in a muscle gain.
Powerlifters and weightlifters who must stay within a certain weight
class often use this drug because they are primarily interested in a
strength gain without adding body weight. In bodybuilding Halotestin is
almost exclusively taken during preparation for a competition. Since
its substance is strongly androgenic while at the same time aromatizing
very poorly, this substance helps the athlete obtain an elevated
androgen level while keeping the estrogen concentration low. With a low
body fat content Halotestin gives the bodybuilder a distinctive muscle
hardness and sharpness. Although the muscle diameter does not increase,
it appears more massive since the muscle density is improved. The fact
that daily dose of up to 20 mg does not cause water and salt retention
makes it even more desirable. During a diet, it helps the athlete get
through difficult, intense training while increasing the aggressiveness
of many users. This is another reason why Halotestin (fluoxymesterone)
is so popular among powerlifters, weightlifters, football players, and,
in particular, boxers.
