Cycle Goal
To fully reactivate the body’s natural hormonal axis (HPTA) after a steroid cycle has wrapped up.
The aim is to hold on to the cycle’s muscle gains, keep mood and libido steady, and restore endogenous testosterone levels.
Cycle Duration
4–6 weeks total, depending on how intense and how long the previous cycle was.
Compounds & Dosages
| Compound | Brand | Dosage | Frequency | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid) | Magnus | 50 mg/day (first 2 weeks), then 25 mg/day | Daily (oral) | Prompts LH/FSH release, restores natural testosterone |
| Tamoxifen Citrate (Nolvadex) | Magnus | 40 mg/day (first 2 weeks), then 20 mg/day | Daily (oral) | Blocks oestrogen receptors, prevents gynaecomastia, supports recovery |
| Gonadotropin (hCG) | Magnus | 500 IU every 3 days (total ~1500 IU/week) | Intramuscular/Subcutaneous | Reactivates testicular function and size; boosts testosterone before the SERM phase |
Cycle Structure Example
| Week | hCG (IU) | Clomid | Nolvadex |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1500 IU/week | — | — |
| 2 | 1500 IU/week | — | — |
| 3 | — | 50 mg/day | 40 mg/day |
| 4 | — | 50 mg/day | 40 mg/day |
| 5 | — | 25 mg/day | 20 mg/day |
| 6 | — | 25 mg/day | 20 mg/day |
Protocol Explanation
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hCG phase (Weeks 1–2):
Primes the testes by nudging Leydig cells to resume natural testosterone production before the SERMs come in.
Purpose: head off testicular atrophy and set up a faster recovery. -
SERM phase (Weeks 3–6):
Clomid + Nolvadex together prompt pituitary LH and FSH release while keeping oestrogen activity blocked at receptor level.
Purpose: restart the hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular axis (HPTA) and settle hormone balance back down.
Support Supplements
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Zinc + Vitamin D3 — essential for testosterone synthesis.
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Omega-3 fatty acids — help steady hormone balance and recovery.
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NAC or Milk Thistle — liver detox support, post-cycle.
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Ashwagandha / Tribulus — natural testosterone support (optional).
⚠️ Warnings
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Never run hCG for more than 3 weeks back-to-back — risk of desensitising the testes.
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Do not overlap hCG with Clomid/Nolvadex; hCG should precede the SERMs.
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Avoid alcohol and stress during recovery — both suppress testosterone.
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A blood panel (LH, FSH, Test, E2) is advised before and after PCT.
Expected Results
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A gradual return of libido and energy
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Steadier mood and hormonal balance
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Preservation of 80–90% of the cycle’s muscle gains (with proper diet)
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Natural testosterone production restored within 4–6 weeks
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