... (1994-00 Britannica Encyclopedia). Many people think that steroids will enhance their play or make them faster, this is true, but it does not last. For example, football requires strength and speed. So many football player's think that by taking steroids they will have bigger bodies and increased strength. A retired N.F.L. player, Steve Courson felt the need to take steroids and suffers from ... an almost fatal heart muscle disorder (Drugs and Sports-page 23). Steroids are commonly used in sports such as, football, basketball, track, weight-lifting and swimming (www.usdoj.gov & Drugs an...

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... . All of the male athletes that used steroids only had one reason to take them, which was to get an advantage over their opponents, whether they were playing on the football team, track team, or baseball team, the students that abused steroids were simple to pick out of a crowd. Very often they would have needle marks on their bodies from injections ... effects that are associated with steroids clearly outweigh the benefits. For example, In the late 1970's and mid 80's, Lyle Alzado was one of the top players in the National Football League. He had a huge, muscular body that struck fear i...

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... harder. There are many different people who use them for all of these reasons. Some of the people who use steroids for competitive advantage are bodybuilders, long-distance runners, cyclists, football players, and other athletes. These types of athletes, and others, use Anabolic-Androgenic steroids for the ability to train longer and harder. Anabolic-androgenic steroids are man-made synthetic substances ... , such as depression. There are many famous athletes who have died in the past because of steroid use. For instance, NFL's "dirtiest player," Conrad Dobler, lineman for the Oakland Ra...

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... The availability of Androstenedione, commonly called Andro, is sometimes found where street drugs are sold. Androstenedione supplements are sold in health food stores. However, the International Olympic Committee, the National Football League, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association ban the use of androstenedione supplements. It is classified as a dietary supplement. Androstenedione is typically sold in the form of tablets and capsules ... can cause an increase in muscle mass and muscle volume as well as strength increases. Behavioural differences include aggression, and anti -...

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... ). In the New York Times, Sam Robert's article about sports careers gave the statistic that, "The average major league baseball career is less than 12 years and the average football player's career is less than six years" (Roberts), which is why many players turn to steroid use. Steroids are one way to make sure that your career is longer ... ...

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... benefits of steroids are very plain to see. The user gains mass, speed, and strength very quickly. Also, he has a more aggressive attitude, which is good for many athletes, especially football players. A weight lifter can gain the strength and mass he wants without having to work as hard as natural body builders do and he can get ready for competitions in ... ...

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... like Arnold Swartzenegger has even admitted to using them. Bodybuilding is not the only professional sport where steroids are being used consistently. Swimmers, Rugby players, Baseball players, and especially pro Football players are often using steroids. The use of anabolic steroids is a controversial topic in the sports world today, but just a few decades ago were viewed as the miracle drug for ... ...

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... is usually far more severe than naturally developing acne found in teenagers. The majority of steroid users are young, male athletes, although steroid use is not limited to bodybuilders and football players alone. Evidence shows that athletes in endurance sports such as swimming, running, and cycling use steroids. Using steroids together is usually the most effective way to produce good quality ... ...

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... for his role as Incredible Hulk, was a world-renowned body builder. His use of steroids did not harm him. However, one must be reminded of Lyle Alzado. He was a famous football player for the Oakland Raiders. He boasted his use of steroids though out his career. However, his use of steroids caused severe liver and heart problems, which lead to his ... ...

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... side effects, then one should not be illegal and the other legal. As it can be seen, taking supplements can cause many health problems: "The recent death of Northwestern University football player Rashidi Wheeler, who collapsed during a workout Aug. 3, has focused attention on athletes" increased use of supplements and the risks that go along with those containing stimulants such as the ... ...

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... benefits of steroids are very plain to see. The user gains mass, speed, and strength very quickly. Also, he has a more aggressive attitude, which is good for many athletes, especially football players. A weight lifter can gain the strength and mass he wants without having to work as hard as natural body builders do and he can get ready for competitions in ... ...

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... important role in our society, but, unfortunately, some in professional sports are not setting much of an example. Bush thought the use of performance-enhanced drugs like steroids in baseball, football, and other sports sends the wrong message: that there are shortcuts to accomplishment, and that performance is more imperative than character. The president has had a personal involvement with major league ... ...

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... a home run record in 1998, he received no penalty, even though the human body rapidly converts this compound to testosterone, which builds muscle mass. The International Olympic Committee (IOC), National Football League (NFL), National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Collegiate Athletic Association all prohibit use of androstenedione. The NFL, NBA and IOC prohibit steroids and test for them. The National Hockey ... ...

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