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2024.12.27

What are the muscle-building effects of testosterone? Bianca's aesthetic medicine consultant Dr. Yoko Maeda explains!

前田 陽子
Supervising Physician
Supervising physician in cosmetic medicine Yoko Maeda

To maximize your beauty, care for both the inside and outside is essential. We aim to bring advanced anti-aging treatments, such as peptide therapy common overseas, to our Japanese patients. While aesthetic medical approaches may offer more gradual results, they are crucial for building the foundation that supports beauty and youth. We combine nutritional therapy and lifestyle improvements with hormone replacement, peptide therapy, and regenerative medicine to propose personalized treatment plans. We provide long-term support for health and beauty from within.

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Gentlemen who are dedicated to strength training, have you ever heard of the term "testosterone"?

 

Testosterone is a type of male hormone. It plays a crucial role in bone density, muscle strength, and changes in muscle mass. If you want to increase muscle mass, understanding how testosterone works is definitely worth knowing. For those whose testosterone secretion is insufficient, hormone replacement therapy can be expected to maximize the effects of strength training.

 

First, let me briefly explain the mechanism by which testosterone promotes muscle growth.

 

The Relationship Between the Male Hormone "Testosterone" and Muscle Growth

 

Testosterone is the most abundantly secreted and potent male hormone. Men with high testosterone levels typically have muscular, robust physiques. They tend to gain muscle mass easily and often possess a constitution that allows for healthy weight loss. While the prevailing theory suggests no correlation between testosterone levels and facial features, individuals with higher testosterone are often described as having positive, proactive traits, which can contribute to expressive, lively facial expressions.

 

For men, testosterone is an essential hormone for enhancing masculine appeal. If you aim to build muscle, the key lies in whether your body is producing sufficient testosterone.

 

“The effects of testosterone, the ”muscle-building hormone," on muscles are primarily the following three:

 

【1】Promotes muscle repair and growth
Testosterone enhances the process of generating new proteins from amino acids within muscle cells, promoting muscle repair and growth. The higher the testosterone secretion, the more protein synthesis is activated, leading to muscle growth.

【2】Muscle Fiber Hypertrophy
It has the effect of increasing the size of muscle fibers, particularly fast-twitch fibers (muscles that generate large amounts of power instantaneously). People with a high proportion of fast-twitch fibers tend to have larger, thicker muscles and gain muscle easily. Strengthening fast-twitch fibers and increasing muscle mass is said to improve athletic performance.

【3】Inhibition of Muscle Breakdown
It helps suppress the breakdown of muscle protein. When testosterone is secreted properly, it enables you to maintain muscle volume without significant increases or decreases in muscle mass.

 

Testosterone is a hormone secreted by the testes in males. It is also secreted by the ovaries in females, but at about one-twentieth the amount found in males. Its secretion peaks in the twenties and decreases with age.

 

Characteristics of men with low testosterone include...
◆Muscle becomes harder to build
◆Fat tends to accumulate more easily
◆Becoming more easily fatigued
◆Becoming mentally unstable, etc.
Both physically and mentally, you become more prone to experiencing negative symptoms.

 

If testosterone isn't being secreted sufficiently, you might find yourself in a situation where "I'm working out but not gaining muscle..." For those who aren't seeing the results they want from strength training, or who naturally find it hard to build muscle, a testosterone deficiency might actually be the cause.

 

Low testosterone can be treated with hormone replacement therapy.

 

Many men who diligently engage in strength training consciously strive to increase their testosterone levels. Methods for building muscle mass that focus on testosterone include training that activates large muscle groups, such as squats, as well as muscle-building supplements, protein, and various other supplements.

 

However, supplementing testosterone deficiency on your own isn't that simple. You'll likely have many concerns: "Will it actually work?" "What about the side effects of muscle-building supplements?" Furthermore, testosterone supplements (testosterone boosters) aimed at muscle growth are ultimately dietary supplements, so you can't expect immediate results. Maintaining a regular lifestyle and avoiding stress in your busy daily life is a significant burden in itself, isn't it?

 

A recommended way to increase testosterone healthily and efficiently is through hormone replacement therapy, which supplements from within the body. While not widely known in Japan, hormone replacement therapy is a standard treatment overseas for aging care and menopausal symptoms. It not only enhances muscle strength but also helps maintain mental and physical health, improving performance and quality of life.

 

There are various hormone replacement therapies available, but Bianca Clinic specializes in natural hormone replacement therapy. By administering hormones with the same chemical structure as those produced naturally in the body, we achieve significant results with minimal side effects and reduced physical burden. We also provide dietary guidance and prescribe supplements containing essential nutrients for muscle growth, closely monitoring muscle mass development throughout the process.

 

For muscle enhancement through testosterone replacement therapy, visit Bianca Clinic.

 

Bianca Clinic offers various treatment options, including hormone replacement therapy, to support your journey toward longevity—living a long, healthy life and enjoying every moment.

 

Low testosterone levels not only hinder muscle-building results but also make you more prone to various health issues. While it is possible to increase testosterone naturally, it is not an easy method. At Bianca Clinic, we can help you increase testosterone secretion efficiently under medical supervision. Testosterone replacement therapy not only enhances muscle-building effects but also supports overall health and boosts daily motivation. If you want to maximize your workout results or suspect you may be experiencing issues related to low testosterone, we encourage you to consult with us.

 

▷Details and pricing for testosterone replacement therapyHere

 

Bianca Clinic Aesthetic Medicine Director
Dr. Yoko Maeda Profile
https://biancaclinic.jp/doctor/maeda/

Completed initial training at Okinawa Prefectural Nanbu Medical Center and Children's Medical Center. Worked in the Department of Radiology at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine and at an aesthetic clinic. Encountered high-dose vitamin C intravenous therapy at a seminar by the Intravenous Therapy Research Society. Studied abroad as a Research Fellow at the L'Ordin Clinic in the United States. Achieved notable accomplishments, including passing the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine's specialist certification exam at the youngest age.

 

Currently serving as a Medical Director of Aesthetic Medicine at BIANCA CLINIC. The role of a Medical Director of Aesthetic Medicine is to propose methods for regulating the body from within, thereby approaching beauty through health. We address various physical discomforts and concerns, including female menopausal symptoms, male menopausal symptoms, fatigue recovery, FAGA (female pattern hair loss), ED (erectile dysfunction), and muscle enhancement. As a professional in anti-aging care that treats aging from within the body, I propose treatments tailored to each patient from among methods utilizing regenerative medicine and advanced medical technologies. Through an approach aimed at improving constitution and rejuvenating biological age, I provide support for Longevity—not merely extending lifespan, but achieving healthy longevity.

 

<Aesthetic Medicine Services>

◆Male Menopause
◆FAGA
◆Biological Age (Epigenetic Clock/Biological Age Test)
◆Muscle Building
◆Peptide Therapy
◆Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
◆Orthomolecular Nutrition Therapy
◆Hydrogen Therapy
◆NMN Intravenous Therapy
◆Exosome Injection
◆Purified and Concentrated Stem Cell Culture Supernatant Infusion
◆High-Concentration Vitamin C IV Drip
◆Placenta injections, etc.

 

<Professional Affiliations and Qualifications>

◆Director, Japanese Society of Aesthetic Medicine
◆American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Certified Specialist
◆A4M Anti-Aging, Metabolism, and Functional Medicine Fellowship
◆American Academy of Advanced Medical Sciences Chelation Specialist

 

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