There is of course a definite limit in your training that you shouldn’t go beyond.  However, this limitation only applies to the quantity of exercise performed, not the intensity of effort.  Exhausting your body’s ability to recover is the only real, potentially life threatening concern.  However, maximizing intensity of effort is an absolute requirement for achieving super-fast muscle gains.  Using your questionable instincts to guide your training program is not one of the recommended ways to build muscle fast.

No gains at all, is the most likely outcome from just such actions. Another misguided and dangerous  myth involves the use of ‘growth drugs’ or anabolic steroids.  Unfortunately, drug use is widespread among athletes, bodybuilders and individuals looking for a performance advantage.  The health risks associated with consuming steroids are severe.  Compared to the risks, the benefits just aren’t worth it.

Besides, using these types of drugs is totally unnecessary.  The only exception is someone who has them prescribed by a doctor for medical reasons.  Steer clear of these substances if you are healthy and wish to remain so.  Essentially, the majority of ‘performance enhancing’ drugs are synthetic hormones.

Even though increased dosages of these drugs can boost recovery ability, they are not required for incredible muscle gains. On the contrary, most bodybuilders who use drugs, must do so simply because they are  training too often. I guess ignorance is bliss. At least until you suffer a stroke, and end up in a wheelchair.

The dangers in using ‘performance enhancing’ drugs are obvious.  The benefits and damaging side effects associated with their consumption is still greatly unknown.  Controlled testing has not been widespread.  The jury is still out on the long term effects of these drugs.  My advice, avoid steroid use completely.