What Side Effects Surprised You Most on Your First Cycle?

Acne hit harder than any strength gain expected.

Night sweats ruined sleep almost immediately after starting.

Libido swings were way less predictable than imagined.

Blood pressure crept up without noticeable daily symptoms.

Appetite increase surprised me more than muscle gains.

Mood changes showed up before any physical transformation.

Back pumps appeared doing completely normal daily tasks.

Sleep quality dropped despite feeling constantly exhausted.

Water retention blurred progress even as weight climbed.

Cardio endurance fell off faster than anticipated.

Joint dryness felt odd considering strength increases.

Injection anxiety lingered longer than expected honestly.

Estrogen issues surfaced earlier than most people warned.

Heat intolerance became noticeable even in cooler environments.

Mental crash post-cycle surprised me more than strength loss.