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Parker’s Breakdown: Testosterone 🔑

When I was 18, I got my blood work done out of curiosity and discovered my testosterone levels were at 448 ng/dl. Not bad, but far from optimal.

For context, the CDC’s recommended range for men aged 19-39 is 216-916 ng/dl. While this put me in the middle of the “healthy” range, I wasn’t satisfied.

Why?

Because being on the higher end of that range comes with huge benefits like increased energy, muscle growth, better mood, and a sharper mind. So, I decided to make it my mission to optimize my testosterone levels naturally.

At 22, I retested and hit 852 ng/dl. Completely natural.

And here’s the best part: this isn’t just for young guys. These steps can work for any age—30, 40, or even 50+. Let me break them down:

3 Steps That Doubled My Testosterone

1. Prioritize Sleep 💤

Sleep isn’t just about rest; it’s the foundation of hormone production.

Here’s what worked for me:

• A cold room (61-65 F) with a white noise machine.

• Consistent bedtimes and wake times (even on weekends).

• No screens one hour before bed.

• Daily sunlight exposure to regulate my sleep-wake cycle.

• Nasal strips to ensure deep, uninterrupted breathing.

• Going to a sleep doctor to fix mild sleep apnea issues.

2. Clean Up Your Diet 🍗

At 18, I thought I ate “healthy.” Reality check: I was consuming heavily processed foods loaded with preservatives and harmful oils.

What I changed:

• Switched to organic, grass-fed meats and pesticide-free fruits.

• Avoided anything with long ingredient lists or unpronounceable chemicals.

• Eliminated seed oils, soy, and processed carbs.

• Focused heavily on reaching all of my micronutrients goals, and cared less about my calorie count!

3. Get Outside and Move 🏃‍♂️

This might sound simple, but consistent sunlight and movement are game-changers. It’s a given if you want increased testosterone you should be lifting weights. But for my body, this wasn’t enough movement.

What I did:

• Daily sunlight exposure for at least 1 hour.

• 30+ minutes of movement beyond weightlifting. This could be walking, playing basketball, yard work, etc.

• Even if you work a desk job, it’s possible:

  • Take phone calls while walking outside.

  • Eat lunch outdoors.

  • Schedule weekly activities with friends like pickleball or walks.

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The Study 📖

Association of daily step count and serum testosterone among men in the United States

This study aimed to examine the relationship between daily physical activity, measured via step counts, and serum total testosterone (TT) levels in U.S. adults aged 18 and older. Data were collected retrospectively from the 2003–2004 NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) cohort. Participants wore a waist-mounted accelerometer for up to 7 days to measure daily steps and activity intensity. The study involved 279 men with a median age of 46. Researchers used regression analyses to account for social, demographic, lifestyle, and health-related factors to assess the connection between step counts and testosterone levels.

Key Findings:

• Lower Hypogonadism Odds with Higher Step Counts:

  • Men who walked >4,000 steps/day had a significantly lower risk of hypogonadism (low testosterone levels) compared to those walking fewer steps:

  • 4,000+ steps/day: 86% reduced odds of hypogonadism

  • 8,000+ steps/day: 92% reduced odds of hypogonadism

• Incremental Testosterone Boost:

  • On average, testosterone levels increased by 7 ng/dL for every additional 1,000 steps/day .

• Threshold Effect:

  • Men with the fewest steps (<4,000 steps/day) had the highest likelihood of low testosterone.