... proudly hold their index finger in the air exclaimingwe?re number one!? But is an athlete's desire of being the absolute compromised by science, in an effort to get the edge on the competition. Athletes will go so far as to knowingly poison their body, with steroids in the name of the game. Big name bodybuilder like Arnold Swartzenegger has even ... to stamp out the use of anabolic steroids as a performance enhancer. But the temptation is still there with sales of steroids on the black market, athletes still may get the edge on the competition but at what price. ...

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In today's world athletes, now more than ever, are taking shortcuts to further their success. Drugs such as steroids are commonly used to increase an athlete's performance. With the competitive edge rising ever higher with profits, it is no wonder that athletes ignore the dangers of this harmful drug. The fact is that athletes should not use steroids due to the ... career. However, his use of steroids caused severe liver and heart problems, which lead to his sudden death. An athlete should not gamble with his life just for the winning edge in sports. Many alternatives exist for athletes str...

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... go by. Looking at the results from taking these supplements however; more and more athletes are turning to steroids to get bigger, stronger and faster. They are looking for an edge in performance. Athletes want their bodies to be in top shape in order to perform at the level they desire. They workout in the gym, watch what they eat and ... to keep up with what's expected of them on and off the field. Knowing if they can't perform "up to par" they can be replaced. They are looking for an edge. Why wouldn't athletes turn to steroid use to enhance their performance, feel more comfortable w...

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... of steroids is to increase the male's testosterone, which in turn, allows the male to become stronger and gain weight. With a greater body mass and strength, players can take an edge over other players. "Former major leaguer Ken Caminiti says he was on steroids when he won the National League Most Valuable Player Award in 1996" (Sports Illustrated). This is a perfect ... ...

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Steroids and Their Benefits "Sure, winning isn't everything. It's the only thing."(Sanders12) As sports have become more competitive athletes are always looking for that extra edge. Athletes are a different breed of person they are extremely competitive and will give anything to win. This quote from Sports Illustrated displays the views of many competitors. In that quest ... ...

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