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What does gear mean?
Slang for steroids, syringes, and anything associated with a steroid cycle.
"He finally admitted he'd been on gear the whole prep."
Origin
Long-standing slang for drugs in British English (also used for recreational drugs), adopted in bodybuilding to mean steroids. It sits alongside 'juice,' 'sauce' and 'roids.'
Frequently asked questions
What does gear mean in bodybuilding?
Gear is slang for anabolic steroids and performance-enhancing drugs. To be 'on gear' is to be using them.
Does gear always mean steroids?
No. Generally 'gear' means equipment, and in British slang it can mean recreational drugs. In fitness contexts it specifically means steroids.
What is 'running gear'?
Running gear means being on a steroid cycle — actively taking the drugs over a planned period, often before a competition.
Is gear the same as sauce and juice?
Yes, they're all gym euphemisms for steroids. Gear is especially common in UK and serious bodybuilding circles.
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