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How squats affect testosterone.

Research findings explained

by Christian Finn of MuscleEvo.net.

You've probably come across the claim that certain compound exercises, the barbell squat in particular,

will increase your testosterone levels, which in turn will lead to a faster rate of muscle growth.

Google around, and you'll see headlines like exercises that boost testosterone levels,

the best resistance exercises to increase testosterone,

seven best exercises to naturally increase testosterone in men,

five moves to boost low testosterone,

and 10 testosterone boosting workout routines.

The idea is that this exercise or that workout will increase testosterone levels naturally,

putting you on the fast track to bigger, stronger muscles. I've even come across claims that

certain workouts can help men increase

T-levels naturally without the need for expensive hormone replacement therapy. It would be great

if it were true, but it isn't. In fact, the size and duration of any post-exercise increase in testosterone

...