# Gen-Z Men Chase Testosterone to Feel Manly > Young men boost testosterone through diet, sun, and supplements to gain confidence and muscle. - Title: Gen-Z Men Chase Testosterone to Feel Manly · Men's Health - Summary: Young men boost testosterone through diet, sun, and supplements to gain confidence and muscle. Gen-Z men increasingly use T-maxxing to achieve masculinity… - Keywords: gen-z, testosterone, t-maxxing, muscle, confidence, self-worth, bodybuilding, hormone, fitness, social-media, men, youth - Source: Men's Health — https://menshealth.com/health/a73688887/testosterone-maxxing-trend - Author: Ian Frisch - Published: 2026-09-29T13:00:00+00:00 - Read time: 1 min - Topics: gen-z, testosterone, t-maxxing, muscle, confidence, self-worth, bodybuilding, hormone, fitness, social-media, men, youth ## What is T-maxxing? Young men boost testosterone through diet, sun, and supplements to gain confidence and muscle. > T-maxxing means doing everything possible to increase testosterone levels either naturally or with synthetic hormones. ## Dominic Matas promotes raw honey and milk Dominic Matas says raw honey and cocoa powder boost testosterone overnight. > If you’re not waking up bricked, you need to do this every night: get raw honey, cocoa powder, and eat it. ## Nathan Sages claims sun exposure boosts T Nathan Sages says 15 minutes in the sun increases testosterone 200 percent. > I just sunned my balls for 15 minutes to increase my testosterone 200 percent. ## T-maxxing trends on social media Over 100,000 followers follow T-maxxing influencers on Instagram. > T-maxxing is all over social media with guys sharing T-boosting tips. ## Robert F. Kennedy Jr. calls low T an existential problem Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says American teens have less testosterone than 68-year-old men. > An American teenager has less testosterone than a 68-year-old man. ## FDA expands testosterone access Prescriptions for testosterone rose from under 1 million in 2000 to nearly 12 million in 2025. > Prescriptions for testosterone replacement therapy rose from less than 1 million in 2000 to nearly 12 million in 2025. ## Jacob Kadel transforms naturally Jacob Kadel gained muscle and confidence through diet and exercise. > I call it a primal lifestyle: hunter movements, weight training, and a 3,000-calorie diet. ## Jacob Kadel’s testosterone level Jacob Kadel’s testosterone level is 762 ng/dL, within normal range. > My testosterone level came back at 762 nanograms per deciliter. ## Avery Fisk uses testosterone injections Avery Fisk injected testosterone to gain muscle and confidence. > I went from 400 to 1,500 ng/dL in about two months with testosterone injections. ## Fisk’s coaching business Fisk now coaches others on testosterone optimization. > I create custom bloodwork-driven testosterone cycles for clients. ## Brandon Bohonko boosts T naturally Brandon Bohonko increased testosterone through diet and lifestyle. > I boosted my testosterone from 600 ng/dL to above 1,000 ng/dL through natural methods. ## Testosterone risks Testosterone use can reduce fertility and cause long-term health issues. > The longer men take testosterone, the greater they suppress their natural production. ## Dr. Nagata on masculinity Dr. Nagata says perceived low testosterone affects young men’s confidence. > Teens compare themselves to unattainable body ideals, leading to low self-esteem. ## T-maxxing community T-maxxing community uses social media to share testosterone tips. > Online content and T-maxxing trends often capitalize on normal insecurities. ## Gen-Z’s testosterone beliefs Nearly half of American men believe testosterone measures masculinity. > Nearly half of American men believe their testosterone level is a measure of masculinity. ## What happens next? Gen-Z men continue to chase testosterone for confidence and muscle. > I’m not looking for a girlfriend right now, I have more things to accomplish first. ## Key takeaway Gen-Z men increasingly use T-maxxing to achieve masculinity, with some risking health for perceived strength.