INTRODUCTION
If you’re a Jiu-Jitsu or Combat Athlete looking to take your performance, strength, and recovery to the next level, without crossing into the risky territory of professional-level anabolic abuse, this cycle may be your golden ticket.
Tailored specifically for hobbyists to intermediate-level grapplers, strikers, and martial artists, this 14-week cycle offers balanced strength, endurance, and recovery with minimal long-term stress on the body when supported properly.
Let’s break it down: what’s in this cycle, why it works, and how it fits the real-life demands of jiu-jitsu and combat sports.
The Cycle At a Glance
- Length: 14 Weeks
- Primary Goals: Strength, Recovery, Joint Health, Lean Muscle Retention, and Minimal Bloat
- Ideal For: Hobbyists, Intermediate Fighters, Masters Division Competitors, and Recovery-Focused Athletes
Weekly Breakdown
- Testosterone (250mg/week) – 0.625ml split into two doses (Sunday & Wednesday)
- Deca Durabolin (3oomg/week) – 0.5ml split into two doses (Sunday & Wednesday)
- Anavar (50mg/day) – Weeks 1-8 only
- Arimidex (0.5mg EOD) – Estrogen Control
- Cialis (10mg EOD) – Blood Flow, Cardiovascular Support, and Recovery Enhancement
Why This Cycle Is Ideal for Jiu-Jitsu & Combat Athletes?
- Testosteron Base: Stable, Effective, and Recovery-Oriented
- At 250mg/week you’re running a moderate dose of Test, just enough to support enhanced performance and recovery without excessive water retention or Estrogenic side effects.
- For combat athletes, especially grapplers who rely on functional strength, stamina, and weight-class management, this dosage gives all the upside without the bulky “broscience” bloat.
**** Increases protein synthesis
**** Speeds up post-training recovery
**** Maintains mental sharpness and confidence
2. Deca Durabolin (Nandrolone): Your Joints Best Friend
- Deca is a godsend for grapplers who deal with nagging elbows, shoulders, and knees. At 300mg/week, it provides the joint-lubricating, connective-tissue supporting benefits without overwhelming androgenic activity.
**** Improves collagen synthesis
**** Reduces joint pain and inflammation
**** Enhances endurance and muscular recovery
Perfect for rolling multiple days per week or ramping up for tournament prep.
3. Anavar: The Strength-Without-Size Secret Weapon
- Running Anavar at 50mg daily for 8 weeks brings lean strength, explosive power, and muscle hardening – all without piling on bulk. It’s ideal for athletes who need to stay in their weight class but want more horsepower behind every scramble, shot, or sweep.
- Boosts ATP efficiency and explosive output
- Cuts fat while preserving muscle
- Minimal water retention
Plus, Anavar is one of the most “performance-friendly” orals in terms of keeping you light and agile on the mats.
4. Arimidex: Keep Estrogen in Check, Avoid Fatigue & Bloat
Estrogen can tank performance if left unmanaged. Low libido, Fatigue, Water Retention, and Mood Swings are all common on higher doses of Test or Stacked cycles.
This cycle uses 0.5mg Arimidex every other day – a conservative approach that keeps you balanced without crashing E2. Bloodwork around Week 5 is encouraged to fine-tune it.
5. Cialis: The Combat Athlete’s Secret Weapon
It’s not just for bedroom confidence.
At 10mg every other day, Cialis improves:
- Cardiovascular endurance
- Blood flow to working muscles
- Recovery
- Pump and vascularity
Some athletes even report better mental clarity and mood. It’s subtle, but over 14 weeks, it stacks up.
Why This Works Specifically for Grapplers and Fighters
Unlike traditional bulking cycles, this protocol is designed around your performance on the mat, not in the mirror. The dosages support:
- Increased training volume
- Improved injury resilience
- Faster recovery between sessions
- Weight-class-friendly gains
Whether you’re rolling 3- 4 times a week, incorporating striking, or cross-training with lifting or conditioning, this plan works with your body, not against it.
Side Effects? Here’s the Smart Game Plan
Because this cycle is moderate and focused, side effects are manageable, especially with the following strategies:
- Liver support: Use NAC or TUDCA while on Anavar
- Estrogen Monitoring: Adjust Arimidex based on symptoms or bloodwork
- Cycle support: Basic multivitamin, fish oil, CoQ10, magnesium
- Post Cycle Therapy (PCT): If coming off completely, run Nolvadex or Clomid 2-3 weeks after last shot
Final Thoughts: The Smart Cycle for the Smart Athlete
This isn’t a meathead’s mass-building cycle.
This purpose-driven protocol is built for athleticism, longevity, and high performance in combat sports. Whether you’re a hobbyist rolling 3x a week or a purple belt grinding for competition, this cycle offers everything you need and nothing you don’t.
Ready to perform harder, recover faster, and stay sharp on the mats?
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