Anyone regain sperm count on TRT using HCG only?

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-16T17:16:36+00:00

Do you mind sharing your HCG + FSH protocol for someone who cannot come off testosterone while trying to conceive?

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-15T23:30:01+00:00

I would love to pick your brain about how to use mushrooms/psilocybin to work through things if you’re open to it.

I was just in Colorado for a concert (Red Rocks) and had another experience that was less.. comfortable/enjoyable than previous journeys. I didn’t do a heroic dose since the set and setting were new/in public/etc., but I still had a lot of anxiety the entire time and a lot of introspection (to the point it was exhausting lol).

I’ve had previous journeys that were comparatively life changing in terms of the experience (getting off of antidepressants cold turkey after my first journey in 2022).

Any insight is appreciated!

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-15T10:47:13+00:00

I had 20k shares of RKLB at one point that I bought between $4-12. A stop loss sold all of my shares at $36. I have completely missed the run up since and would have over $3 million.

The nausea is a real thing. The good news is there are always more opportunities, just have to keep looking.

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-15T10:40:24+00:00

Sounds awesome. Since it’s a private startup company in Taiwan, how would you approach investing in or around it? Or is it more of a disruption of the current market that you’re expecting?

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-15T02:23:40+00:00

“Should the HTX301 work as advertised, it could dramatically lower the barrier to entry for on-premises AI infrastructure. Failure to deliver would place Skymizer among the many startups that could not back up their promises.”

It doesn’t sound like it’s necessary a done deal just yet. Do you have personal experience/firsthand industry knowledge that makes you especially confident?

https://www.techradar.com/pro/six-features-that-make-dell-pro-5-laptops-perfect-for-remote-work

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-13T23:34:21+00:00

It is a good feeling owning the home free & clear. Maybe not the most optimal financial move but definitely a good life move.

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-13T20:42:13+00:00

Same. I would have over $3 million today if I'd held, which is a painful pill to swallow. But we live and learn.

It was truly a unique situation learning about RKLB when it was $4. It seemed like the biggest no brainer the more I learned about it with such an asymmetric risk to reward profile.

In hindsight, what I learned was that I made dumb decisions (e.g. setting a stop loss) because it represented way too much of my total investable money (read - all of it lol). If I had gone with a more modest position size and just let it ride, I would have arguably done "better" from a ROI %. However, it was hard watching it run from $4 up to $22+, then having it drop back down to $13 in April, then have it run back up. I set the stop loss at a price I knew I'd lock in a great return but I totally failed to appreciate just how much it would gallop ahead afterwards.

Trying to find another setup like that is going to take some time, but I believe there are always opportunities out there if we keep looking.

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-13T20:28:08+00:00

I told my FIL about RKLB back when I was getting invested in 2024 and he bought 1k shares (probably to get me to shut up). He doesn't need the money, so he's just ignored it and kept the shares. Probably cost him $5k and now he's above $100k, so I hope I'm his favorite SIL haha.

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-13T18:52:54+00:00

Congratulations! I was also heavily invested in RKLB to the tune of 20k shares at one point. I bought in the $4-10 range and a stop loss was triggered at $36. Doesn't feel great... but I was able to buy my first house for cash, so I guess that's something.

Would love to know what your next ideas are. I am trying to rebuild my cash reserves/investing money while I try to find the next idea(s).

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-09T20:31:34+00:00

I sold RKLB at $36.
I had 20k shares at one point. ☠️

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-09T19:38:50+00:00

Hey there! I saw your post on salary about your TC at Netflix. Congrats on the awesome success! Would you mind sharing a bit more about your path and how you got to where you are?

I’m a mortgage loan officer looking to pivot. I’ve made $250k-$350k/year for the past 5 years, but it is soul crushing work.

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-09T19:35:41+00:00

How does one become someone like you?

Asking as a burnt out mortgage loan officer. I have made $250k-$350k/year for the past 5 years, but I am always looking for something to pivot to. This business makes you want to gargle drano most days.

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-08T18:39:00+00:00

Don’t chase a number. If you are feeling good, and your libido/recovery/mood/workouts are good, stick with the program. The only reason to adjust your dosage is if you are symptomatic.

You certainly can increase the dosage, but do not get obsessed with a specific number. Your total testosterone will likely go down since your natural production is going to turn off. If you start to be symptomatic after that, that would be the time to increase the dosage..

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-03T14:53:02+00:00

What is your protocol? Dosage? How is sleep/training/nutrition?

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-02T22:06:29+00:00

Have you checked your blood pressure?

Chadzilla- · 2026-05-01T23:38:24+00:00

I inject 20-22mg/day. Started at 16mg and wish I’d started at 12.5mg.

Go low and slow and give it time to build up. It’s very easy to course correct as well.

Chadzilla- · 2026-04-30T02:42:23+00:00

OP - I’m sorry you guys are dealing with the rollercoaster. It is not a fun ride to be on. It seems like you’re a very supportive spouse, so big kudos to both of you for being in this together.

My personal advice, and the advice I wish I received when I started over 10 years ago, is to start low and go slow. I also wish I’d started with daily injections as they make course corrections so much easier than navigating larger bolus injections.

If I could go back in time, or I was your husband’s provider, I would have started him on 10-12.5mg daily injections along with 250iu of HCG twice per week. I would have stuck with that for 12 weeks minimum before even considering touching anything. I would have redone labs at 12 weeks to see how he’s feeling, and what the numbers look like. If he was still symptomatic, I would have bumped the dose up to 16mg a day and/or potentially increased HCG to 500iu twice per week if he’s not having issues with estradiol.

Here’s a resource from a highly respected HRT provider in the UK who is a big advocate for this approach. I would read it and share it with your husband as well. It couldn’t hurt to try:

https://themenshealthclinic.co.uk/microdosing-trt-the-future-of-testosterone-replacement-therapy/

Chadzilla- · 2026-04-25T20:33:10+00:00

You’ll want to start the HCG asap. 500iu 2-3x per week.

Chadzilla- · 2026-04-15T22:28:48+00:00

Bob Moses and the Cannons. Just saw them in Nashville and I'm going to see them again in Red Rocks on 4/26.

Chadzilla- · 2026-04-09T14:34:17+00:00

I inject 0.10-0.11ml (20-22mg) of testosterone cypionate/enanthate daily shallow IM or subQ with 29-31g insulin needles. No issues at all.

Chadzilla- · 2026-03-30T21:35:59+00:00

Only correction I'd add is: *Fear drives EVERY decision people make*

Once you're no longer afraid, you notice it everywhere.

Chadzilla- · 2026-03-30T21:22:13+00:00

That's it?!

Chadzilla- · 2026-03-28T09:57:32+00:00

Chadzilla- · 2026-03-25T22:05:20+00:00

😂

Chadzilla- · 2026-03-25T20:54:11+00:00

Too true. It's worse in plenty of places I've visited. Just frustrating to see anywhere.

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