PED Flashcards
What is the function of stimulants?
They affect the central nervous system, Increase alertness, reduce fatigue andd can increase competitiveness.
Who would benefit from using stiumlants?
Sprinters, speed swimmers
What are the negative side effects of using stimulants?
Death, high blood pressure, anxiety, strokes, irregular heartbeat, addiction
What is the function of narcotic analgesics?
Painkillers e.g. morphine used to mask pain from an injury or overtraining
Who would benefit from using narcotic analgesics?
Anybody needing to recover from overtraining
What are the negative side effects of using narcotic analgesics?
Low blood pressure, constipation, respiratory depression, exhaustian
What is the function of anabolic steroids?
Increase muscle strength, help them train longer and harder
Who would benefit from using anabolic steroids?
Weight lifters
What are the negative side effects of using anabolic steroids?
Liver damage, heart disease, addiction, aggression, sexual problems, deeper voice, kidney damage
What is the function of peptide hormones (EPO)?
EPO regulates the production of red blood cells increasing ability of athletes blood to carry oxygen
Who would benefit from using peptide hormones (EPO)?
Marathon runners, cycling
What are the negative side effects of using peptide hormones (EPO)?
Thickening of blood, the heart has to work harder, heart attacks, stroke
What is the function of beta blockers?
Reduce heart rate, muscle tension, and blood pressure, reduces affects of adrenaline, improve preciseness
Who would benefit from using beta blockers?
Snooker players, archery, shooting events, darts
What are the negative side effects of using beta blockers?
Nausea, weakness, heart problems
What is the function of diuretics?
Reduce excess body fluids, reduce weight quickly, dilute the presence of illegal substances and remove them in urine
Who would benefit from using diuretics?
Horse jockeys, boxers
What are the negative side effects of using diuretics?
Dehydration, low blood pressure, cramps
Which sports does blood doipng benefit?
Endurance sports e.g. marathon
What is blood doping?
Involves the removal of blood a few weeks prior to competition, the blood is frozen and reinjected just before competition. Increases blood cells.
What are the side effects of blood doping?
Thickening of the blood, infections, heart attack, blockage of blood vessels
What are the advantages of taking PEDs?
Success, fame, wealth, level playing field
What are the disadvantages of taking PEDs?
Cheating, immoral, health risks, fines, bans, damage to reputation, credibility
