Steroid cycles are carefully planned periods of anabolic steroid use, followed by off-periods, designed to help users achieve specific fitness goals such as muscle growth, strength increase, or fat loss. These cycles can vary greatly in length, dosage, and the types of compounds used, depending on the individual’s experience level, goals, and physical condition.

There are different types of cycles, including bulking cycles for building mass, cutting cycles for fat loss and muscle definition, and lean mass cycles for clean, sustainable gains. Each cycle typically includes a combination of anabolic steroids, often paired with support supplements and post-cycle therapy (PCT) to help the body maintain gains and recover natural hormone production.