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Steroid use was once primarily associated with elite athletes and bodybuilders, but it has now infiltrated the realm of adolescents seeking quick physical transformations. One such example of this is the currently hyped-up TikToker is currently making a series on social media depicting the effects and consequences of using steroids.?

The saddening part about this whole journey of the influencer is that he is facing severe side effects of using these compounds and is still willing to continue using steroids. In a recent TikTok video that the fitness influencer shared, he gave an update about his anabolic usage.

James reveals the harsh consequences of using steroids

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In today’s society, where instant gratification is heavily emphasized, teenagers often succumb to the allure of quick fixes to achieve their desired physical appearance. Steroids, which promise rapid muscle growth, seem like an appealing shortcut to teenagers striving to meet societal standards or excel in competitive sports. Currently, famous TikToker John Joshua James has been using anabolic steroids since the first day of his fitness journey. He has been making content on his social media revealing the effects and consequences of various compounds on his body.

In his recent video, he revealed that he is suffering from severe back acne but is still willing to continue this as he feels good while working out. “My back is completely covered in scars and it feels pretty terrible all the time but I do like being able to go to the gym more finally hit 180 pounds so I’m gonna keep it.”

The TikToker started his fitness journey weighing 150 pounds and has since gained 30 pounds. However, it is important to note that using anabolics alone can not yield results. James has been pretty consistent with his diet and workouts as well which helped him achieve this goal. Moreover, looking for a shortcut can often lead to dangerous circumstances as it did in the case of another teenager who shared his horrific experiences of using drugs.

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What consequences did Makaia Childress face?

A 20-year-old TikToker who recently got viral too for admitting his steroid usage is Makaia Childress who hopped on gear at the tender age of 15.??I was a mass monster at one point? and now I suffer the consequences from abusing PEDs,??said the young fitness influencer. He admits to using SARMS and Growth Hormone in order to become huge.

?I?m age 20 and I just got a heart attack from taking it [steroids] for so long with hardly any rest breaks,??said Childress. Continuing further, he explained,?“A blood clot formed in my heart. It traveled up into the arteries of my heart. That?s very serious. I almost died.??

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Many adolescents are unaware of the long-term health implications, including organ damage, hormonal imbalances, cardiovascular problems, and psychological effects. It is essential to understand the consequences of these drugs before deciding to hop on gear.?

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