Test Flashcards
What are beta blockers used for?
To control heart rhythm and lower blood pressure.
What physiological changes do beta blockers induce?
- Calming and relaxing effect on the body
- Reduce heart rate
- Control symptoms of anxiety
How do beta blockers enhance performance?
They are beneficial for fine motor skills requiring precision and accuracy.
Which athletes would use beta blockers and why?
Athletes in precision sports like snooker to reduce anxiety and improve focus.
Define Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs).
Substances that change the chemical balance of the body, affecting performance and providing an unfair advantage.
What are the health risks associated with beta blockers?
- Depression/anxiety
- Insomnia
- Dangerously low heart rate
What are stimulants used for?
To raise physiological arousal in the body.
What physiological changes do stimulants cause?
- Affect the nervous system
- Reduce pain & fatigue
- Raise adrenaline levels
- Increase mental & physical alertness
- Speed up reaction times
How do stimulants enhance athletic performance?
They mask pain and help athletes remain focused and alert for quick decisions.
Which athletes might use stimulants and why?
- 800m runners for pushing harder at the end
- Basketball players for alertness in quick plays
- 200m swimmers to reduce lactic acid impact
What are the health risks of stimulants?
- Irritability/Anxiety
- Irregular heartbeat
- Increased risk of heart attack
- Addiction
- Increased risk of worsening injury
What are anabolic steroids used for?
To build muscle mass and speed up recovery from training.
What physiological changes do anabolic steroids promote?
- Speeds up muscle fiber repair
- Promotes hypertrophy (muscle growth)
- Increases power and strength
How do anabolic steroids enhance performance?
- Faster recovery times
- Athletes can train harder & more frequently
- Gain muscle mass quickly, improving power & strength
What are the health risks associated with anabolic steroids?
- High blood pressure
- Increased risk of heart attack and stroke
- Hormonal changes
- Aggression
- Liver damage
Describe two reasons why an athlete might use anabolic steroids.
- To achieve a more powerful start and explosive running
- To improve strength for heavier lifts
What are the consequences of using PEDs in sports?
- Reputational damage/loss of credibility
- Loss of sponsorship
- Fewer participants in the sport
True or False: Beta blockers can disrupt sleep.
True.
Fill in the blank: PEDs provide an _______ advantage when competing.
[unfair]
