Testosterone gel 1% (AndroGel or Zandrova gel) is a hormone replacement product for men suffering from hypogonadism, a low level of the male hormone testosterone. The improvements in sexual function, mood, lean body mass, bone density and muscle strength support the potential physical and psychological benefits of a testosterone gel. Testosterone gel, applied daily to the skin, provides an especially convenient way of taking the hormone, which was previously administered only by injection or skin patch.

Testosterone gel is commonly prescribed to boost testosterone levels in men. Unlike other synthetic drugs often ingested or administered intravenously, Testosterone gel is applied directly to the skin, soaking into the muscles and bloodstream. Using the product in gel or patch form to gain muscle mass for bodybuilding purposes is possible. However, there are a few steps involved to ensure you use the product correctly.

First, increase the intensity and frequency of power movements in your workout routine. Because your desire is to build muscle mass, exercises such as bench presses, leg presses, squats, and arm curls are important in that they involve the large muscles in your body. As Testosterone gel begins to work, typically during a 1 to 2-week period, it will gradually increase your energy levels and drive so you can handle more weights on power movements. This will push your muscle tissue to its limits. The testosterone agents in the Testosterone gel will work to quickly repair the tissue, allowing for rapid muscle growth.

Second, reduce cardiovascular and aerobic exercises during periods of mass-building and Testosterone gel cycles. It is important to utilize the effects of the gel to build muscle mass. Although aerobic workouts are important, frequent cardio exercises will eventually promote weight loss, creating a trim and cut look. Your goal is to use Testosterone gel to gain muscle mass. During mass-building, only perform aerobics once or twice a week in order keep your blood flowing and your heart strong. Use the majority of your energy to concentrate on mass-building movements.

And third, increase your protein and starchy carbohydrate intake while taking Testosterone gel. These calories will work with the gel in repairing increasing the size of the cells in your muscles. Increased carbohydrate calories will allow your muscles to store high levels of sugar, increasing your energy so you can gruel through heavy, mass-building workouts.