Drug Do's and Don'ts with Vigorous Steve

Vigorous Steve shares his origin story and how he became a prominent figure in discussing performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) openly. He also explores different areas of drug use, including steroids, nootropics, and peptides. The conversation delves into the risks and benefits of these substances, as well as the legality and regulation surrounding them.


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0:00 Origin Story of Vigorous Steve
1:31 Exploring Different Areas of Drug Use
3:06 Evolution of Steroid Use
5:04 Reflecting on the First Steroid Cycle
6:04 Transitioning to a Career in Bodybuilding
8:58 Navigating the Legality of Content
9:26 Risks and Benefits of Nootropics
12:13 Exploring Different Categories of Nootropics
17:23 Risks of Stimulant Nootropics
20:45 Navigating the World of Peptides
23:41 Dangers of SARMS
26:18 Safety of Different Drugs
29:26 Future of SARMS and Peptides
33:26 Safety of Endogenous and Exogenous Compounds
37:48 Potential Regulation of Peptides
39:16 Safest Drugs to Use
39:44 Monitoring Health Markers
39:58 Importance of C-Reactive Protein and Inflammation
42:34 Challenges of Finding Medical Practitioners Familiar with Performance Enhancing Drugs
43:33 Misconceptions and Red Flags from the Conventional Medical Community
46:23 Increased Mortality Rates in Bodybuilders and the Impact of the Pandemic
50:50 Drug Interactions and the Complexity of Combining Different Compounds
56:07 Behavioral Strategies as Non-Pharmacological Ergogenic Aids
57:47 Frontier of Drugs and Emerging Trends
1:00:08 Importance of Research and Making Informed Decisions