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  • stillinHS1994
    Member
    • Jul 2011
    • 72

    weight training and hair loss

    Hi I am a 17 year old guy who has a receding hairline thanks to genetics... What I am wondering is if me going to the gym and lifting weights trying to get bigger will speed up the balding process... BTW were talking no steroids whatsoever
  • UK_
    Senior Member
    • Feb 2011
    • 2691

    #2
    I dont lift weights anymore cause of my ****ing hair loss.

    Put it this way... steroids cause hair loss... weights increase natural test levels... so yeah... i'd say it does.

    I think my years in the gym contributed to my hair loss.

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    • 8868alex
      Senior Member
      • May 2010
      • 279

      #3
      Hi guys

      Thought I'd chime in as I train myself. Have a look at these threads:


      I've been wondering about this topic for a while. I just want to see other peoples' opinions on it. Lifting weights does cause a spike in testosterone for about an hour after the workout. This testosterone does have time after every workout/day to create DHT. But what if after every workout and also every day you use shampoo


      I am working a lot. My weight trainer is bald. But he shaves his head. If I work out a lot will the increase in testosterone increase my risk of hair loss? Is there anything to offset that? Is it a myth? Thanks


      I'm 32 years with a receding hairline but no loss in the crown thus far. I think Propecia is helping to keep what I have. Here's my question: I'm 5'10", about 220-230lbs and out of shape. I want to start exercising again but fear that the exercise will build testosterone and thus will accelerate my hairloss. Is this a


      I am not a doctor but I do believe that the temporary spike in testosterone levels would not have any significant effect on hair loss, quite similarly to having sex / masturbation. I guess there is always a risk but I personally have done plenty of heavy lifiting over the years (I'm 6ft and about 200lbs with a body fat of about 17%). I would stay away from creatine or testosterone boosting supplements though. Also, it would be prudent to incoporate a cardio regime into your programme.

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      • stillinHS1994
        Member
        • Jul 2011
        • 72

        #4
        Sweet...thx for putting those links in there....that answered my question.

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        • mothernature
          Senior Member
          • Mar 2011
          • 134

          #5
          thanks alex

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          • 8868alex
            Senior Member
            • May 2010
            • 279

            #6
            No probs guys...

            Like I say, this is just my opinion but as long as you stay "natural", avoid the roids and adopt a sensible, balanced exercise program, you'll be fine. A good workout does wonders so don't deny yourself that!

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            • BackwardsBalding
              Inactive
              • Jun 2011
              • 236

              #7
              Originally posted by stillinHS1994
              Hi I am a 17 year old guy who has a receding hairline thanks to genetics... What I am wondering is if me going to the gym and lifting weights trying to get bigger will speed up the balding process... BTW were talking no steroids whatsoever
              Your body and hair need Zinc to grow if you are weight lifting get on Zinc your body will need extra amounts during tmies of growing.

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