Returning to Cycle After 8 Years — Test 250mg Weekly for Libido & Muscle Rebuilding

[ricotadder]

Hey everyone,
I’m planning to run 250mg of testosterone per week, split into two doses, to help maintain libido and slowly rebuild muscle mass. I’m not aiming for a hardcore blast — just a clean, controlled cycle focused on long-term sustainability and minimal health risks.
A bit of background:

• I’m 31 years old
• I’ve done two cycles about 8 years ago — one was a classic bulk and the other included Tren
• Since then, I’ve been completely off gear

After moving to Canada 6 years ago, I had to deal with a lot — immigration stress, adapting to a new life, and some depression. Training took a back seat, and I lost most of the muscle I had worked hard to build.
Now that things are more stable, I’m ready to get back into training and do things right. I’m planning to run Test E at 250mg/week, split into two 125mg doses (e.g., Mon/Thu), and just monitor how I respond. No orals, no stacking — just a simple, low-risk restart.
I’d appreciate any feedback on the plan — especially from those who’ve returned to gear after a long break or are in their 30s.
Also, if anyone is open to sharing a trusted and reliable source, I’d really appreciate a DM. I’m trying to do this safely and responsibly, not looking to mess around with sketchy UGLs.
Thanks in advance!

 

[Arathorny]

I’d recommend reading through the Sources thread and Source Complaints. Get a feel for the overall opinion and any mishaps people have run into with individual sources. You mention you don’t want to mess around with UGLs, that’s what you’re going to find here. I’d say that inherently comes with a degree of “sketchiness.” You could likely find an online TRT clinic to provide you that dose, or at least 200mg/week if that’s all you’re interested in. You’ll pay a premium to do so however.

 

[Astro95]

There’s not much of a plan for us to give feedback on. 250mg of test split twice a week that’s it. As far as that and with your background that sounds reasonable. Pull bloods.

 

[webstar138]

Pretty standard advice but pull bloods and monitor/adjust if necessary. If you have a low risk tolerance, which is sounds like you do, be patient and go off feeling and blood work...do you plan on staying on trt after? I prefer to purchase everything necessary (PCT, HCG, aromasin, etc) up front so you're not scrambling toward the end when it's coming to an end.