Drugs in Sport

Question 1

Deviance

Answer 1

Behaviour that differs from the norms/values of a sport. Often driven by a win at all costs attitude. Can be through violence, drugs and doping etc.

Question 2

Drugs and Doping

Answer 2

There is a banned list of drugs by WADA. Usually banned because they are PEDs

Question 3

Legal Supplements

Answer 3

• Caffeine - Improves concentration and stimulation
• Protein shake - Aids muscle repair and therefore improves recovery
• Creatine - Increases energy stores in the muscles, aiding powerful contractions
• Bicarbonate - Buffers blood lactate, increasing intensity/duration an athlete can work at before OBLA occurs
• Carbohydrate Gels - Can be consumed prior or during to increase glucose levels.

Question 4

Illegal supplements

Answer 4

• Steriods - Increase muscle mass
• Diuretics - Increase water loss
• Hormone modulators - Medications that suppress the function of specific hormones
• Beta Blockers - Control Heart rate

Question 5

Reasons for illegal drug usage

Answer 5

• Expectations of supporters, coaches etc to perform well
• Keep up with other competitors using illegal drugs
• Compensate for lack of natural ability
• Appeal of financial reward for success

Question 6

Consequences of using PEDS

Answer 6

• Testicular shrinkage
• Increased risk of failure
• More aggressive and lower tolerance for frustration