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ADT, maybe not? Anyone opted out of ADT?
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@carbcounter I understand that on ADT it’s possible to lose 30% of your muscle mass without exercise. Weight training seems to be key. Dr. Newton spoke at a November pcri.org conference (YouTube) and listed six basic exercises which I am including on my twice weekly gym days. MWF I have a 90 min. exercise routine at home.
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@jime51 thanks.
I see there's a previous message posted here on the topic:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/weight-lifting-and-adt/
I remain somewhat skeptical.
Perhaps extensive exercise will slow muscle loss but build it back, without testosterone? SMH. Built strength, possibly, but muscle mass?
On older men who already have a hard time with this even without ADT?
And who are short of energy generally because of ADT?
Still I have no doubt that it's best policy to at least try and do what you can. Sitting around and snoozing can only make it worse.