Steroids

illegal drugs that are used by sports people to gain a competitive advantage over those who do not use them. Performance enhancing drugs commonly used include anabolic androgenic steroids, testosterone, human growth hormone, erythropoietin and other androgens (Grace & Baker, 2012). These drugs for example anabolic androgenic steroids imitate the activity of natural testosterone and lead to fast rate protein production by muscle cells and thus achieving bigger muscles and increased endurance. The…

physical appearance in a healthy routine, students are drawn to steroids to create that fantasized appearance. Steroids, otherwise known as performance-enhancing drugs, had become boundless drug occurring right after World War II had ended. (Tasian, Sarah) Steroids along with other amphetamines fell widespread to athletes around the world who were specifically looking to alter their body and build strength. Referring back to steroid use of the East Germany Olympic team in the late 1900’s, women…

ability over the time. If am athlete is consistently using performance enhancing drugs, it can lead to a variety of symptoms that can reduce an athlete’s athletic ability depending on which substance is being used. A good example is the use of steroids, steroids can lead to depression and also low levels of motivation and interest in the sport. The second example is the use of stimulants that increase the level of an athlete’s stamina. If stimulants are used consistently athletes will experience…

It is not surprising that there are differences between the biblical tribes and Greek warriors when it comes to how they live their life and show respect and honor; after all they lived in a different time period and in separate parts of the world. In the Book of Joshua, deceit is shown in both good and bad forms when Rahab, the prostitute, helps protect the messengers from not being killed by lying to the King of Jericho. Being a prostitute is considered unholy so Rahab is showing that she can…

The hormone cortisol is a very important hormone for regular function in humans and many other animals. Cortisol is a steroid hormone (a derivative of cholesterol).1 It is produced in the adrenal glands of the kidneys2 and is especially important when an individual faces a stressor.3 Unusually high or low concentrations of cortisol will almost certainly have an adverse effect on regular human function. In healthy humans, cortisol is at its highest concentration when an individual…

see a real advantage to take something that in the short term improves performance but causes so many physical ailments in the long term. My strongest argument against PEDs are that they are abuse by young people. Even at the high school level, steroids are being used illegally by athletes. Pressure to perform in order to get a scholarship, and make it to the pros’ or being influenced by coaches and professional athletes is a strong…

Lance Armstrong and Bill Cosby were well noted by the public, because they were two outstanding men who represented determination and the importance of family. Lance Armstrong who was diagnosed with testicular cancer, became a hero to the people because he continued to compete in cycling after being diagnosed with testicular cancer. Bill Cosby was a groundbreaking black comedian, and was portrayed as a family man in his sitcom “The Cosby Show”. Although these two men seemed to live exemplary…

The debate over whether someone's success is based on their natural abilities or their hard work and dedication has been widely discussed by people everywhere. Authors Malcom Gladwell and David Epstein argue their different points to try and persuade their audience. David Epstein, author of The Sports Gene: Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance, believes that innate talent plays a bigger role in determining a successful destiny than practice. The author of Outliers: The Story…

What is testosterone? Testosterone is the basic male or sex hormone in men produced by the testes that performs and maintains various body functions e.g. muscle mass and strength. It encourages the development of male sexual characteristics (penis growth, muscle development and Masculine features), fat distribution; bone mass, sperm production, sex drive, and potency. For these characteristic functions, testosterone is also known as "Male Hormone". Testosterone is also the most potent of the…

What African-American Women Need to Know About Facial Hair When it comes to facial hair, black women can follow and perform the same hair removal techniques as other women to help get rid of unattractive facial hair. Although African-Americans can undergo the same treatments, black women are often influenced by how much facial hair they have as well as where it is located. Some unwanted hair can be treated using home remedies. However, if you have thicker and more extensive facial hair, you may…