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Larry Wheels Stops Using Steroids: “I Am Going To Be On Testosterone Replacement Therapy”

Larry Wheels has stopped using steroids following his recent back injury, discusses his 1,000-lb deadlift goal

Written by Andrew Smith

Updated by Ash, ACE, MSc

Published on21 August, 2022 | 2:48 PM EDT

Updated on22 August, 2022 | 12:08 PM EDT

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Larry Wheels is known as one of the strongest men in the world because of the breath-taking feats of strength he performs. However, he has never attempted to deceive anyone into believing that he performed these accomplishments as a natural athlete. Despite Wheels’ openness when it came to his use of steroids and PEDs (Performance Enhancing Drugs), it became evident recently that he was pushing the limits, putting himself at risk for further injury and lasting damage.

Most recently, Larry Wheels injured his back because of rushing a process, which he hoped would help him deadlift 1,000 pounds (453.6 kilograms). The injury also forced him to withdraw from the 2022 Middle East’s Strongest Man contest. However, despite this deadlift being his greatest goal in life, the injury helped Larry realize how important his health is. So, he decided to stop using Steroids and will now try to maximize his off-cycle potential. The news was revealed in a new YouTube video that Larry posted on August 20th.

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Related: Powerlifter Larry Wheels Describes Experience with Trenbolone as ‘Living Hell’

Having used steroids and PEDs for a decade, Larry Wheels describes his experience with them. Larry’s use of these substances for such a long time has left some consequences, which affected his natural testosterone production.

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“Much like you don’t know, I don’t know what I am capable of off-cycle. Now, going completely off isn’t an option for me. I cannot produce testosterone naturally. So, I am going to be on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). I tried pull cycle therapy several times when I began cycling and I was unable to recover.”

So Larry Wheels will no longer use steroids or performance-enhancing drugs, but since his body cannot produce testosterone on its own, he will have to undergo testosterone replacement therapy to reach a normal testosterone level. Having taken inspiration from a fellow YouTuber and fitness enthusiast, Derek from “More Plates More Dates”, he already has an idea of what he wants to do.

“TRT for me would be anywhere from as low as 70 milligrams per week, as high as 175… I think 175 is a good place for me to start. If I speak with my doctor and we get my bloods done and we see that it’s more than what’s necessary then I will decrease it, but I certainly won’t increase it.”

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Wheels has been looking for a way to lift 1,000 pounds (453.6 kilograms) for some time now, and he does not appear to be giving up just yet. Currently, however, he will not be looking to do so since it is almost impossible to do so without the aid of performance-enhancing drugs. Larry has hinted that he may get back on PEDs in the future to deadlift 1,000 pounds, but it won’t happen anytime soon.

“I am not calling quits on it, but I am putting the brakes on attempting PRs like that at the moment… Why do I have to do it right now? I am 27, I can take my time, it can be several years from now. I’ll still be in my prime. I’ll still be healthy.”

It is likely that Larry Wheels’ greatest achievement in life will be deadlifting 1,000 pounds. This means that it cannot be easy and that it should not be rushed either. It’s time for Larry to take care of his health and see what he can accomplish without the use of steroids in the future.

“Seeing what I’m capable of on TRT is more of a priority to me. It’s more exciting. It makes me feel invigorated… I don’t know how I will perform without the assistance (steroids), because the fact of the matter is that PEDs make a tremendous difference in your physique, strength, psyche, recovery more than the general population understands.”

Now that he’s off PEDs, Larry Wheels will have to focus on his training, diet, recovery, and a whole lot more. He also does not plan to jump back on steroids and PEDs in the near future.

Check out Larry’s video here:

Larry Wheels’ Powerlifting Career

Personal Bests

Equip Squat Bench Deadlift Total Dots
Raw 870 645 870 2370 603.87
Wraps 725 500 725 1900 506.81

Competition Results

Place Fed Date Competition Division Total Dots
1 XPC 2020-03-07 Arnold Pro 2370 603.87
Location USA-OH
Competition Arnold
Division Pro
Age 25
Equipment Raw
Class 308.6
Weight 283.6
Squat 740 830 870 870
Bench 525 605 645 645
Deadlift 765 855 855
GLP 121.3
1 RPS 2019-11-23 InsurreXtion 8 Pro Open 2285 574.49
Location USA-NY
Competition InsurreXtion 8
Division Pro Open
Age 24
Equipment Raw
Class 308.6
Weight 296.6
Squat 835
Bench 635
Deadlift 815
GLP 114.81
DQ USPA 2018-12-01 The Heavy Holiday Open Open
Location USA-CA
Competition The Heavy Holiday Open
Division Open
Age 23
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 271.4
Squat 832.2
Bench 600.8
1 USPA 2018-05-12 Kern US Open Open 2292.8 588.83
Location USA-CA
Competition Kern US Open
Division Open
Age 23
Equipment Raw
Class 308.6
Weight 276.5
Squat 821.2
Bench 589.7
Deadlift 881.8
GLP 118.62
1 RPS 2017-11-18 Insurrextion VI Pro Open 2275 590.26
Location USA-NY
Competition Insurrextion VI
Division Pro Open
Age 22
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 267.8
Squat 810
Bench 610
Deadlift 855
GLP 119.32
DQ USPA 2017-04-15 CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships HW
Location USA-CA
Competition CETC US Open Powerlifting Championships
Division HW
Age 22
Equipment Raw
Class 242.5
Weight 239.6
Squat 777.1
1 SPF 2016-11-05 Reebok Record Breakers Open 2171.6 585.14
Location USA-CA
Competition Reebok Record Breakers
Division Open
Age 21
Equipment Raw
Class 242.5
Weight 240.6
Squat 716.5 755.1 771.6 771.6
Bench 523.6 551.2 573.2 573.2
Deadlift 738.5 777.1 826.7 826.7
GLP 119.47
2 WRPF 2016-08-19 Boss of Bosses 3 Pro MR-O 2090 563.87
Location USA-CA
Competition Boss of Bosses 3
Division Pro MR-O
Age 21
Equipment Raw
Class 242.5
Weight 239.8
Squat 705.5 738.5 766.1 766.1
Bench 512.6 545.6 545.6
Deadlift 722 778.2 -804.7 778.2
GLP 115.15
1 SPF 2016-06-18 Gaglione Strength Strong Island Summer Showdown 3 Juniors 1895 487.16
Location USA-NY
Competition Gaglione Strength Strong Island Summer Showdown 3
Division Juniors
Age 21
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 275.6
Squat 685
Bench 505
Deadlift 705
GLP 98.18
1 RPS 2015-11-21 InsurreXtion IV Pro Juniors 20-23 1280 340.43
Location USA-NY
Competition InsurreXtion IV
Division Pro Juniors 20-23
Age 20
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 249.2
Bench 515
Deadlift 765
1 USPA 2015-08-29 Boss of Bosses 2 Open 545.6 143.58
Location USA-CA
Competition Boss of Bosses 2
Division Open
Age 20
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 256.8
Bench 545.6
GLP 105.76
DQ RPS 2015-03-21 Dominion Pro Open
Location USA-NY
Competition Dominion
Division Pro Open
Age 20
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 252
Squat 700
DQ RUPC 2015-02-07 Raw Unity VIII M-HW
Location USA-FL
Competition Raw Unity VIII
Division M-HW
Age 20
Equipment Raw
Class 242.5
Weight 240.3
Squat 688.9 -727.5 -727.5 688.9
1 RPS 2014-07-26 Pennsylvania State Championships Pro Open 1965 518.07
Location USA-PA
Competition Pennsylvania State Championships
Division Pro Open
Age 19
Equipment Raw
Class 275.6
Weight 255.4
Squat 700
Bench 540
Deadlift 725
GLP 105.23
1 RPS 2014-01-25 North American & New Jersey State Championships Pro Open 1900 506.81
Location USA-NJ
Competition North American & New Jersey State Championships
Division Pro Open
Age 19
Equipment Wraps
Class 275.6
Weight 247.2
Squat 725
Bench 475
Deadlift 700
1 RPS 2013-11-15 InsurreXtion II Amateur Teen 18-19 1810 479.61
Location USA-NY
Competition InsurreXtion II
Division Amateur Teen 18-19
Age 18
Equipment Wraps
Class 275.6
Weight 251.8
Squat 635
Bench 500
Deadlift 675
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: August 17, 2023

Related: Larry Wheels Shows Off Huge Back After Deadlifting 300-kg (661-lb) For 72 Reps

Whether this goal will be achieved by him, in the long run, can only be determined by time. However, Larry Wheels has never been one to give up on a challenge, as evidenced by the impressive lifts he’s performed over the years.  It is exciting to watch him take on something new and challenging, despite the fact that it may be different from his previous endeavors.  

He now wants to check out how different his deadlift program will be now that he is no longer on steroids. He will also regularly put out updates and training videos, so his transparency could help everyone understand the process he is going through. There is a lot to learn from Larry’s experience, so it is exciting to envision what the future holds for him.


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  1. Avatar Lee Priest II says:
    3 years ago

    So, he hasn’t given up steroids at all but will be taking a lower dose that still pushes his level above where they’d be naturally. Well done – what a fucking hero.

    He’s fucked up his endocrine system and how has to use TRT to treat the problem. What a fantastic role model. Dickhead.

    Yet another example of the shitty state of the so-called fitness industry.

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