Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Anabolic steroids
A
Artificially produced hormones
2
Q
Reasons why anabolic steroids are used
A
- aid storage of protein
- promote muscle growth + development of muscle tissue in the body
- less fat in muscle so lean body
- can train for longer at higher intensity
3
Q
Which athletes use anabolic steroids
A
Sprinters
4
Q
Side effects of anabolic steroids
A
- liver damage
- acne and mood swings
5
Q
Beta blockers
A
Help calm individuals down
Decrease anxiety by counteracting adrenaline to prevent it binding to nerve receptors
6
Q
Why are beta blockers used?
A
- improve accuracy
- calm performance anxiety
- keep hr low
7
Q
Which athletes would use beta blockers?
A
Archery
Snooker
Golf
8
Q
Side effects of beta blockers
A
Tiredness due to low BP and slower HR which affects aerobic capacity
9
Q
EPO
A
A natural hormone produced by kidneys to increase rbc
- can be artificially manufactured to cause increase in haemoglobin levels
10
Q
Why do athletes use EPO?
A
- stimulates rbc production leads to increase in oxygen-carrying capacity of the body
11
Q
Which athletes use EPO?
A
- tends to be endurance performers
Long distance runners and cyclists
12
Q
Side effects of EPO
A
- blood clotting
- strokes
- death
