Man takes steroids and drinks 24 beers for 77 days without working out to show impact on his body
A man who entered a bodybuilding competition while consuming 24 drinks a day and taking steroids has shared how his body changed and the side effects he faced.
Last year, Peter Mossfield, who says he is 'defying science to build the physique I want' made a bet that he could get addicted to alcohol and then quit.
The challenge made him a wad of cash, with several people taking the $5,000 gamble against him and losing.
Looking for his next thing to do, he decided to make a new bet where he'd get into the best shape possible while supping on 24 drinks a day while planning to still exercise.
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However, he didn't want to do the legwork and instead, someone had suggested he could just try steroids, leaving Peter, who runs the Instagram account BoozeBagFitness, to do just that while showing off the daily progress and the results are impressive.
'I’m on the way to greatness'
Peter told LADbible in May he feels 'great', and like he's now got 'the body and the physical presence to match who I actually am'.
"I know everyone says the gear will make me irritable, but it’s more like having a chip on my shoulder knowing I’m on the way to greatness and not having time to listen to a word of negativity from anyone questioning me or hating on me as I get there," he explained, though there were some downsides to what he was doing.
"Sleep is bad and I’ve been cramping a lot, but nothing another supplement or IV can’t fix in my opinion.
"Really proud of what my body’s been able to take."
He's putting a lot of faith in supplements and IVs, and has been relying on steroids in order to get his leaner and more muscular physique.
Peter later declared that he'd switched his drink of choice to diet coke and vodka and boosted his steroid intake so he'll 'get really shredded' without lifting weights.
He also explained that since he'd started doing this, his weight had increased from 191lbs to 208lbs.
The bodybuilding competition took place last month in New York, and Peter finished last out of the eight competitors who placed in his category.
He said after the event: "Everyone agreed if I had 4 less shots beforehand and shaved my chest I would’ve been in first but that’s all part of the process. So proud of my body and what it’s capable of on gear."
Undeterred, he is now training for a 'beer marathon', running 26 miles while drinking 26 beers, and to take part in an MMA fight.
Impact of steroids on the body
Dr Kathryn Basford at Asda Online Doctor told LADbible: “Anabolic steroids are often used to build muscle and enhance performance, but they can be dangerous if used incorrectly or without medical advice. This is because regularly taking anabolic steroids can lead to both physical and psychological changes, as well as certain dangerous medical conditions.
“For men, side effects of anabolic steroids can include infertility, erectile dysfunction, hair loss, and increased risk of testicular cancer. For women, they can cause problems with periods, hair loss, and excess growth of facial and body hair.
“Both men and women who misuse anabolic steroids are more at risk of developing serious medical conditions like heart attack or stroke, liver or kidney problems, high blood pressure, deep vein thrombosis, and high cholesterol. Psychologically, misusing steroids can lead to aggressive behaviour, mood swings, paranoia, and even hallucinations.
“It is generally recommended to avoid consuming alcohol while taking anabolic steroids as this can significantly increase the risk of serious health conditions like liver damage, hepatitis, fibrosis, or even liver failure.”
'Both substances can damage the heart and liver'
“Repeated misuse of steroids and alcohol can lead to a number of harmful effects on the body, increasing the risk of cirrhosis, tumours, heart attack and stroke, and pancreatitis,” Dr Basford added.
"This is because alcohol can significantly compound side effects of steroid misuse; both substances can damage the heart and liver, so combining heavy alcohol with steroids significantly increases these risks. If you have been prescribed steroid medication, it’s best to speak with your doctor first about whether you should drink any alcohol.
“While the use of anabolic steroids can increase muscle mass, the result is not the same as a trained physique from exercise and resistance training. Steroids can cause fluid retention, potentially making muscles appear bloated or soft. Muscle gained without training is usually unsustainable if the drug use is stopped.
“Anabolic steroids can be addictive, and withdrawal symptoms often include depression or anxiety, insomnia, anorexia, headaches, fatigue, and muscle and joint pain. You should see a doctor if you feel you are addicted to steroids, and they will provide a treatment plan.
“Anabolic steroids are prescription-only medicines, and can only be issued by a doctor or pharmacist. In the US, they are illegal to use or possess without a valid prescription, and it is also illegal to sell or share them.”
Topics: Alcohol, Health, Social Media
Joe Harker