Bodybuilding is a sport that requires dedication, discipline, and a comprehensive approach to training and nutrition. While the use of steroids in bodybuilding can have an impact on physical development, it is crucial to recognize that steroids do not override the importance of a nutritious diet. Rather, they should be seen as an additional tool that requires proper support from a well-balanced eating plan.

Fitness Coach Dr. Mike Israetel, who has a YouTube channel by the name Renaissance Periodization is known for making quality content related to sports science. In his most recent YouTube video, he talked about the recovery speed of a natural vs. an enhanced athlete. During the video, he explained how important diet is even after being on a steroid cycle. 

Debunking the myths

The misconception that bodybuilders using steroids can freely consume junk food is both misguided and potentially harmful. Steroids may have an impact on muscle growth and physical performance, but they do not replace the need for a healthy diet. Talking along the same lines, Dr. Mike mentioned an instance where he met a person who stated that athletes on gear can eat flexibly. Denying this, Israetel explained that this is not the case. He pointed out that if you are willing to damage your body by taking anabolics, you shall make sure to optimize other crucial aspects like training, diet, and sleep as well. 

“If you’re gonna literally poison your body with insanely bad-for-you drugs, don’t use them as crutches, use them as optimalities,” said Dr. Israetel. He pointed out that cheating on your diet is only going to get you “Natty results” despite taking these harmful substances.

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Israetel makes sure to share genuine information about nutrition and workout with his viewers. He once shared a rather unknown negative consequence of late-night snacking that he once dealt with.

Dr. Israetel’s horrific incident

In an episode on Dave Tate’s podcast, Dr. Israetel explained that late-night snacking can have much more serious effects than one might think. Revealing his own experience, he disclosed that one night, after having milk and cereal, he went to bed. “So I am like woke up choking to the death and vomit,” he stated. 

“I vomit coughed like a good cup of cereal milk with cereal and then it felt great!” he added in the video. “I’m pretty sure I’ve had this nightmare,” the post was captioned. 

Dr. Mike Israetel makes sure to share his own experiences and years of knowledge with his audience. What are your views about this? Do you think that steroids provide an unfair advantage to athletes? Let us know in the comments.

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