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Testosterone is the hormone that controls muscle growth in men. It is not just the hormone behind your sex drive and erections but is also responsible for giving you that angular physique. Testosterone is not just important for muscle growth but also has a huge fat burning effect in the body.
Bodybuilders strive to increase their testosterone levels so as to increase muscle mass in their bodies. Here are some effective ad safe ways to boost testosterone naturally:
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1. Squats
Though squats are one of the most difficult exercises, they are great for increasing testosterone levels. Your thighs are a large muscle group and barbell squat is the king of all exercises when it comes to increasing testosterone. However, you need to do it with the right intensity to get a hormone boost.
Ideally you must lift weight with which you can do just about 8-10 reps in one set. Secondly, it is important to give a short rest of just about 30-40 seconds in between reps for the maximum boost.
2. Get Enough Rest
Though a good workout is important to increase testosterone and build muscle, it is equally important that you get enough rest. Lack of sleep can elevate stress levels in your body and this can lower testosterone. You must make sure that you sleep for at least 7-8 hours each night.
It is important to keep in mind that your body produces testosterone and HGH during deep sleep. Lack of sleep can interfere with this secretion and lead to a drop in both testosterone and HGH levels. Thus, you must try to hit the bed early and sleep peacefully each night.
3. Try Shilajit
I am sure you must have heard of herbs like tribulus terrestris but shilajit is one herb that is supposed to be even better than tribulus when it comes to increasing testosterone.
It is used in a variety of Ayurvedic medicines to treat various kind of sexual and health problems in men. Try this herb if you want to get a testosterone boost.
4. Try a Natural Testosterone Supplement
Natural testosterone supplements are highly effective for increasing testosterone. Some of the best testosterone boosters include ingredients such as tribulus, tongat ali, l-arginine, muira pauma, maca etc.
Though there are a lot of testosterone supplements in the market, some of the best ones are formulated with input from professional bodybuilders. Such supplements are supposed to be of better quality and can increase testosterone more effectively without producing any kind of negative side effects.
