Increases In Testosterone

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In my opinion, I think that female athletes that tend to have increases in testosterone shouldn't be allowed to compete with the other female athletes. Females with an increases in testosterone has an unfair advantage over the others. For example, those with increasing levels in testosterone are stronger, faster, built, and overall more athletic verses those who do not have increasing levels in testosterone. I do not think these women should be allowed to compete with other women due to their advantage. It is not fair to those who lack in that area and it is like setting those who do not have increasing levels in testosterone up for failure. The Olympic committee should consider other ways to create an inclusive environment for those of that

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