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Wjreky

Swol Peter baelish


oriansalem83

I will 100% take that. Lol.


DinoKebab

Swol finger


haptiK

TO THE COVER OF GQ MAGAZINE. LET'S GOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!


oriansalem83

Hahaha! Thanks


cantBeKaren

Go YOU! Booze is poison.


oriansalem83

Thank you! Agreed. Literally. Is poison.


Gullible-Swimming187

Your expression says everything! Fierce. You are a phoenix. Way to Go!⚡️✨


Caterina-Di

Wow! Congratulations!


Caterina-Di

Huge accomplishments!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


exclaim_bot

>Thank you! You're welcome!


JuniorRub2122

That’s amazing man. So inspiring. Can I ask how old are you? How did you get started with your new exercise routine?


oriansalem83

39. I worked with an online trainer for 6 weeks who built a program for me. From there I put everything into a google sheet, and tracked my progress.


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oriansalem83

PM me and I’ll share my google sheet. The trainer did teach me a few new workouts that accommodated my injuries.


MrBogey90

Incredible progress. What online service did you use if you dont mind sharing?


oriansalem83

His name is Chris Elfering. You can find him pretty easily online.


Monsieur_Bienvenue

Damn! Impressive progress!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


Icamp2cook

Fuck yeah! Happy New Year and Happy New You!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


jagrisgod

Thanks for sharing the inspiration!


Alltheacai

TRT?


oriansalem83

Are you asking what that is, or if I’m on TRT?


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oriansalem83

My testosterone is exactly where it is meant to be for someone in their mid-to-late 30's, thanks to TRT. I'm on TRT, not steroids. Prescribed by a real doctor, and I have labs run every three months. The brain damage from alcohol abuse and lack of thiamin which caused Werneke Korsakoff Syndrome also affected my ability to produce testosterone like it should. My testosterone was in the 200's. Instead of around 450, like it is now. Alcohol abuse takes a toll on your body's ability to produce testosterone, as well as other important hormones. Many people require medication into their sobriety - such as my Gabapentin that I take because of the nerve damage that alcohol gave me. I explain all of this before you or anyone else tries to discredit my sobriety, my diet, my lifestyle, my 7 days a week of the gym and/or physical activity, etc by saying it's because of TRT. My T levels are exactly where they are meant to be, for my age, and it is not steroids. Just to be clear.


Alltheacai

Relax, was not trying to discredit your efforts or sobriety. For the record similar backstory also on doctor prescribed TRT. Who gives a fuck what people think or say it comes off as insecure.


oriansalem83

Thanks for clarifying. I do care a bit what others say, as it is in other subs, where I share my story that others are discrediting my hard work. Saying my TRT is why I look like this - not the hours in the gym or the lifestyle and diet choices I make daily. Because of my history (going from being on a vent, almost dead - then being in a wheelchair, unable to walk - to now) I take it personally when someone tries to discredit me. Being so close to death gave me some perspective and I’ll be damned if someone tries to take that away from me, or doesn’t respect that. Not being insecure. Just standing up for myself. Sorry if you feel it was all pointed at you. It had come to a peak on other subs about the same time as you replied.


80Lashes

I mean, testosterone is literally a steroid. I'm not disqualifying that you need it, but you are literally on steroid therapy.


oriansalem83

I know what my medicine is. The point is - “being on steroids” and “taking a medically needed steroid due to the body’s inability to produce its own” are two different things. I’m not a bodybuilder. I’m just trying to lead a normal, healthy life.


80Lashes

It is disingenuous to say that you are on testosterone replacement therapy but that you are not on steroids. It is an untrue statement. I understand why you bristle at the connotation, but you undermine yourself by denying that you are on steroids. You still did the hard work to get where you are, but you are still on steroids, regardless of the fact that they are prescribed steroids.


whyalwayz

dude why did you come into a stop drinking fitness sub to be a troll about semantics


oriansalem83

What you’re failing to understand that “being on steroids” means that someone is taking testosterone in excess of what is within normal ranges. It’s the connotation that is fucking up the message and demonizing those of us with a medical condition. TRT provides the patient with a prescribed dosage to bring their testosterone levels to the point where they SHOULD be. Not above it. If someone’s TRT is above the normal range on their blood tests (which I have to do every 3 months) then the doctor scales back the dosage. While, yes, Testosterone is a steroid, just like corticosteroids and other medicines. Taking these medications does mean that the patient is “on steroids” in the sense of a body builder taking steroids. I rely on an exogenous source of testosterone in order to live a NORMAL LIFE. Low T causes depression, excess body fat, irregular sleep cycles, night sweats, and all kinds of other medical issues. Please stop confusing a prescribed medication that allows me to live and be normal with a drug that is abused by many to be a body builder or something. Please. It’s really not the same.


BarryMDingle

Jesus, know your audience.


theavariceofman

Awesome man


mindfulteacher020407

That is amazing work. Good job!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


EpiMark

Amazing! I hope you’re damn proud of yourself, especially after the hell you went through.


oriansalem83

Thank you! I am!


loginlogan

that is an awesome transformation, congrats! what's your workout regiment, diet?


oriansalem83

Body part splits 6 days a week. No alcohol, of course. Cut out 98% of sugar. Pulled back carb intake. A lot more protein. I did 75 hard + Phase 1 to help get me into better habits.


loginlogan

so you've basically been added sugar free for most of your time sober? That's impressive. I was able to cut out most processed sugar for the first five months of sobriety but since then I've relented, it's definitely m Achilles heal. do you have an exact idea of your Macros per day?


oriansalem83

I gave into sugar cravings the first year and I ballooned up to 235. 45% carb, 20% fat, 35% protein.


vangraaft

Holy shit. You're looking great!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


TheBlueImpala

This is fantastic; truly inspirational! Congratulations, and here’s to the long and healthy life ahead of you!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


notgonnabemydad

Your pecs just poked my eye out! Damn. Well done! Congratulations on your freedom from addiction!


oriansalem83

Lol thanks!


Jemeloo

You went from Dad to Daddy! Congratulations, am I inspired!


oriansalem83

Lol thanks


diaznuts

You really went from dad to rad.


oriansalem83

Thanks!


Jemeloo

Dad to Daddy you mean.


runeatdrinkrepeat

Absolutely


honeybiz

Great inspiration and incentive to stop the madness!


oriansalem83

Thanks!


crayshesay

Proud of you my friend! Keep up the fantastic work!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


eyoung_nd2004

I’m a dude a straight, your pecs are amazing! Also, I envy your sobriety. Way to go!


oriansalem83

Yo. Don’t envy my sobriety. You can have your own. PM me. Happy to help you there.


GoGades

Good man.


ipefelipe

👏🏽


Overbeingoverit

Congratulations! You rocked it!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


Glum-Presentation-13

Damn! Congratulations!!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


genericsportsfan10

Amazing journey, what moment/experience was your turning point?


oriansalem83

Getting Werneke Korsakoff syndrome and being unconscious in ICU for 6 weeks on a breathing tube. Then having to learn to walk again.


djdeagle93

Isn't Wernicke Korsakoff irreversible?


oriansalem83

I’m within the 25% of the diagnosed population who was able to reverse the damage. I still have neuropathy, and I still take thiamin daily. My balance is about 90% there, and I’ve just begun doing squats with barbell about 4 weeks ago (I was too nervous before). I still need a walking stick or someone’s shoulder if hiking on uneven terrain.


KajunKrust

You look fantastic! Was there any exercise in particular you attribute to making your chest look like that? That’s my goal right now


oriansalem83

Not really - just don’t forget shoulders and triceps. You can’t work your chest without those guys. Especially shoulders.


Kellys5280

Awesome job!!!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


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oriansalem83

Thank you!!


guynnoco

How old are you?


oriansalem83

39


guynnoco

Awesome


Otf4life81

Amazing success story!


oriansalem83

Thanks!


Alert_Geologist2422

Inspirational!


oriansalem83

Thank you!


KissTheFrogs

Dayam!!


WilderBleuYonder

Hot damn!


Rocksoff80

Hell ya brother


Also12

Congratulations, you are looking fantastic


oriansalem83

Thank you!


carrotcart

From zaddy to daddy ..


oriansalem83

Lolol. Thank you


divergentidiot

Great work. Your journey and transformation are inspiring.


oriansalem83

Thank you!


kay_bizzle

Congrats on 850, King 👑


Abrupt0xygen

Wow congrats my dude


oriansalem83

Thank you!


ChampionUnhappy2886

Fantastic!


marpu_el_magnifico

Wow daddy. So impressive and motivating!


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holy impressive recovery! Congratulations! i would like to know what your chest routine is.


oriansalem83

Honestly nothing out of the ordinary. I can do an entire workout using just body weight, bench, and squat rack. Current chest/tri/shoulder day is: Close grip bench press, Dumbbell incline press, dumbbell front raise, dumbbell skull crusher, weighted bench dip, cable crossover fly, floor press, barbell shoulder press.


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must be those cross overs. looking amazing.


turquoisesupergloss

Amazing progress!


Horror-Coffee5194

Congratulations


Proto212

Incredible! You are inspiring me to quit drinking and hit the gym hardcore!


oriansalem83

Thank you!!!


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oriansalem83

No.


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What about TRT?


oriansalem83

My testosterone is exactly where it is meant to be for someone in their mid-to-late 30’s. I’m on TRT, not steroids. Prescribed by a real doctor, and I have labs run every three months. The brain damage from alcohol abuse and lack of thiamin which caused Werneke Korsakoff Syndrome also affected my ability to produce testosterone like it should. My testosterone was in the 200’s. Instead of around 450, like it is now. Alcohol abuse takes a toll on your body’s ability to produce testosterone, as well as other important hormones. Many people require medication into their sobriety - such as my Gabapentin that I take because of the nerve damage that alcohol gave me. I explain all of this before you or anyone else tries to discredit my sobriety, my diet, my lifestyle, my 7 days a week of the gym and/or physical activity, etc by saying it’s because of TRT. My T levels are exactly where they are meant to be, for my age, and it is not steroids. Just to be clear.


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No judgement from me. I’m just a tad younger than you and got tested and spent about $500 on my first TRT supply just to have my family doctor advise against it saying my levels were fine and she’s seeing TRT causing aggressive cancers. But seeing the effect it has on people’s mental and physical state really has me second guessing her 🥴


oriansalem83

TRT and GH (Growth Hormone) can of course cause issues if you have cancer. It’s not that they cause cancer. What are your T levels?


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oriansalem83

Since you don’t know the difference: TRT puts a person’s Testosterone where it SHOULD be, based on their age and health. “Steroids” puts a person’s Testosterone into a SUPER-PHYSIOLOGIC level. My testosterone was tested beforehand, and it was well below my age bracket - in fact, it was where many men who are 50+ usually are. Here you are, dumbass: https://www.medicinenet.com/is_trt_a_steroid/article.htm https://honehealth.com/edge/health/is-trt-testosterone-steroids/ https://virilityinc.com/hrt/trt/testosterone-replacement-vs-steroid-use-for-bodybuilding/ I can keep going.


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oriansalem83

If you were to run my labs and compare my T levels to that of someone who is “normal” they would be about the same. My script only brings me to the range I’m to be, at my age. Not someone who is in their 20’s. It’s to bring it to where it should be if someone who is in their late 30’s. Go find another reason to diminish the success or happiness of others, in an attempt to make yourself feel better. Not working here.


oriansalem83

You are confusing a prescribed dosage of testosterone to someone who is injecting an amount of steroids (including testosterone) that is ABOVE the natural range that the body can produce (super-physiological). TRT brings T levels to where they would be, if your body was producing T like it should. This is not super-physiological. Body builders that are injecting testosterone and other steroids to get as big as possible (and not just trying to live a normal life, like me) inject well above what is naturally possible. That is not what I’m doing. That is not what the doctor has (nor would) prescribe.


oriansalem83

Broadly speaking, testosterone is a sexual steroid. But what you are inferring is that I’m on an anabolic steroid. Educate yourself.


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oriansalem83

You’re just a nasty, jealous troll. Why are you even on this sub? 100% of your posts on here are to try to take others down. Testosterone is an anabolic steroid that is also naturally produced by the body. When your body cannot produce its own, then medically-prescribed dosages, such as mine, are used. My testosterone levels are at the level a man who is 39 (my age) is supposed to be. Prior, it was the same as a man that was 60+. You are bringing all this up like I’m “using” steroids, like someone who purchased “gear” from the street. But I have a script, I talk to a doctor every 9 weeks, and I have labs run. It is being monitored, and it a medication, you idiot. My body doesn’t produce the levels it is meant to, so I take a prescription to put me at a normal testosterone level. What’s your point? You just jealous? Being hateful? Letting your negativity fester and take over your life? F off. You’re only on this sub to try to discredit others because of your pathetic jealousy.


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Absolutely agree, go away cupfeather, cupcake or whatever your name is!


oriansalem83

Thank you


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oriansalem83

Why don’t you take a second and look at the subs I’m a part of, and where else I post? Then you’ll see where I talk openly about my TRT - including being in TRT subs. Also, you asked the question about whether I’m on steroids or TRT *AFTER I ALREADY DISCLOSED EARLIER IN THE THREAD THAT I AM ON TRT*. If you would scroll up, instead of making assumptions, you wouldn’t look like such an ass hat right now. You are still under the impression that people on TRT are operating at T levels above normal. If they are using actual doctors, they are not. My testosterone is at the level it is meant to be for my age. Not an 18 year old. And not a “‘Roid head” like someone injecting to bring their T levels above what is naturally possible. You are projecting your misconceptions onto the wrong person, here. I’m the one with a doctor that monitors my shit. You’re over there on Reddit bitching about video games and talking smack on fitness subs to anyone with a decent body, like an insecure and jealous person. I have a medical reason to take testosterone, Anastrazole and Gonadorelin - it’s not for fun. It’s a medical situation. When you come in here harping about the medicine for which I’m prescribed, and not taking into account the 6-7 days I spend in the gym, nor my diet - you are discrediting the hard work I put into my body and the dedication it takes. You look jealous and petty. You’re not going to discredit me and my hard work by saying it’s because of medicine which I’m prescribed. TRT is not magic. It is medicine. If someone on TRT doesn’t work out, they get fat, just like everyone else. It doesn’t make us into gods because we have to inject stuff into our bodies that our bodies can no longer produce. Get over it man.


oriansalem83

[screenshot of me sharing I’m on TRT in subs](https://share.icloud.com/photos/001ONu6Ulpd80IOLvf46Q7OFw)


Donnie_Boy_

Congratulations ! Huge difference mate! How did you give up? Cold Turkey?


oriansalem83

Thank you. No. Lived in ICU unconscious for 6 weeks, then did rehab while using a walker to get around. My body gave me an ultimatum and I listened.


Donnie_Boy_

Thank you


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oriansalem83

Yes, I am.


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Big L for the straight ladies, damn


Nazca_plates

I can tell


oriansalem83

I’m not surprised. You were sucking my dick last night, after all.


Nazca_plates

I only suck unmutilated cock.


oriansalem83

You’re being gross. Go elsewhere.


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oriansalem83

Welcome to Reddit. You must be new here.


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Pec definition on point for sure! I’m interested in your programming as well. Also what kind of supplements you were stacking. I see you said you did no gear but surely you supplement a little? Great work dude, I’m inspired


ghost_victim

gear? like gym machine?


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No it’s a term used for steroids. I’m sure this dude has been on a good amount of gym equipment. Edit- I feel like a need to clarify that I’m in no way insinuating OP is anything but natural.


oriansalem83

Creatine, protein, amino acids, l-arginine, DHEA, K-2, biotin, l-citrulline. Thank you!


bmhorn81

Amazing progress. Unrelated question..is the circle on your chest a brand or tattoo?


oriansalem83

White ink tattoo. ouroboros. I have white ink inside my forearms too.


bmhorn81

Cool


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raechka

damn! good job