The Saint Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 (edited) I have done my best to give a breakdown of the different "types" of PED's and what advantages they would give athletes that take them. To often people take PED's to savor the glory of winning however what they fail to realize is that there are higher prices to pay. You will notice some of the classes are not on or form part the banned list but I have included them as there are risks nontheless due to lack of long term studies. I am no doctor so my list may be incomplete. These are very general side effects (hopefully enough to deter you). Anobolic – Androgenic Steriods Why are they taken?Increase muscle mass and strengthSide EffectsMen may develop:Prominent breastsBaldnessShrunken testiclesInfertilityWomen may develop:A deeper voiceAn enlarged clitorisIncreased body hairBaldnessBoth men and women might experience:Severe acneLiver abnormalities and tumorsIncreased low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (the "bad" cholesterol)Decreased high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol (the "good" cholesterol)Aggressive behaviors, rage or violencePsychiatric disorders, such as depressionDrug dependenceInfections or diseases such as HIV or hepatitis if you're injecting the drugsInhibited growth and development, and risk of future health problems if you're a teenager Diuretics Why are they takenDiuretics decreases an athlete's body weight, helping them to compete in a lighter weight class.Diuretics may also help athletes pass drug tests by diluting their urine.Side EffectsDehydrationMuscle crampsExhaustionDizzinessPotassium deficiencyHeart arrhythmiasDrop in blood pressureDeath Creatine Why is it taken?Creatine helps muscles make and circulate more adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which stores and transports energy in cells, and is used for quick, explosive bursts of activity. Creatine also delays muscle fatigue.Side EffectsStomach crampsMuscle crampsNauseaDiarrheaWeight gainKidney damage when taken in high dosesLiver damage when taken in high doses Stimulants Why are they takenReduce fatigueSuppress appetiteIncrease alertness and aggressivenessSide EffectsNervousness and irritability make it hard to concentrate on the game.Insomnia can prevent an athlete from getting needed sleep.Athletes may become psychologically addicted or develop a tolerance so that they need greater amounts to achieve the desired effect, meaning they'll take doses that are much higher than the intended medical dose.Other side effects include:Heart palpitationsHeart rhythm abnormalitiesWeight lossTremorsMild hypertensionHallucinationsConvulsionsHeart attack and other circulatory problems Growth Hormones Why are they takenIncrease lean body mass and improve athletic performance Side EffectsSoft tissue edemaJoint painCarpal tunnel syndromeFatigueAcromegalyPremature death (in case of acromegaly)Heart enlargement (due to prolonged use of HGH. Can't be reversed)Low blood sugar with risk of going into a diabetic comaExcessive hair growth all over the bodyExcessive water retentionLiver damageThyroid damage Gene Doping Why is it done?Increase muscle massBuild enduranceAllow more oxygen delivery into the systemReduce pain perceptionIncrease the number of red blood cells Side EffectsDeath if incorrect techniques are used in administration Edited October 13, 2010 by The Saint
mark ellis Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 You left of the most fun one! Dop! Side effect: uneven legs (Powerbalance cures)Dancing to stupid musictalking kukkissing ugly girls/boys or both!swollen stomach region Sore head
Minion Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 Potential side effects aren't necessarily an indicator of overall danger of a supplement. You'd also need to know about the prevalence and severity of those side effects. Look at the package insert on any common medicine e.g. Panado, and see the dire side effects it can have in some people.
The Saint Posted October 13, 2010 Author Posted October 13, 2010 Potential side effects aren't necessarily an indicator of overall danger of a supplement. You'd also need to know about the prevalence and severity of those side effects. Look at the package insert on any common medicine e.g. Panado, and see the dire side effects it can have in some people. Yes agreed - this is merely an indication. Each of these "types" of PEDS consist of many many drugs each with their own unique side effects.
Cyclewizz Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 More drugs can be taken to counter the side effects. And only a small amount of people will suffer from side effects. It will also depend on what dosage you take and for how long. PED's aren't as bad as they are made out to be......now where's that steak
The Saint Posted October 13, 2010 Author Posted October 13, 2010 More drugs can be taken to counter the side effects. And only a small amount of people will suffer from side effects. It will also depend on what dosage you take and for how long. PED's aren't as bad as they are made out to be......now where's that steak You never really thought about this post did you?
Mojoman Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 I used creatine for a while back in my gym days, it does give you a 'pumped' look but where I really noticed a change was in our friendly squash games, I felt a lot faster and seemed to recover a lot quicker. I stopped using creatine when we packed the gym in a few years back but I am thinking of trying it again with the cycling (so I can get more mileage out of my legs!). Anyone else using it?
Caerus Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 I used creatine for a while back in my gym days, it does give you a 'pumped' look but where I really noticed a change was in our friendly squash games, I felt a lot faster and seemed to recover a lot quicker. I stopped using creatine when we packed the gym in a few years back but I am thinking of trying it again with the cycling (so I can get more mileage out of my legs!). Anyone else using it? Not a good idea, tried it a year ago. Too much water retention and u WILL bulk up to much and then once you stopped u cant move the weight easily. Dont do anything rather
Cyclewizz Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 You never really thought about this post did you? Why, you already ate the steak ???
The Saint Posted October 13, 2010 Author Posted October 13, 2010 Creatine is not a PED of choice for a cyclist. See it's uses up top "quick explosive bursts of activity" which is why it is popular in sports like Rugby where there is stop start and the added "bulk" comes in handy.
Mojoman Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 Creatine is not a PED of choice for a cyclist. See it's uses up top "quick explosive bursts of activity" which is why it is popular in sports like Rugby where there is stop start and the added "bulk" comes in handy.Probably why I felt faster in my squash game! I will just eat more steak instead!
MtbO Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 Yeah creatine is more for weightlifting. It really won't help with your cycling.
Bike Mob Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 creatine stores up water and effectively dehydrates you, and leads to cramp. It's ok for short burts as above but in the longer endurance sports it's a negative impact.
GrumpyOldGuy Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 More drugs can be taken to counter the side effects. And only a small amount of people will suffer from side effects. It will also depend on what dosage you take and for how long. PED's aren't as bad as they are made out to be......now where's that steak Point # 1 - True. Point # 2 - Actually not true, lots of people suffer with side effects, especially if you are taking a drug for the wrong reason. Point #3 - Very true - the problem is, taking most of these drugs in the reccommended dosage wont give you the desired results, especially anabolic steroids, in most cases athletes do over dose in both quantity and duration.Another issue is that when you stop taking them you tend to think you are now going backwards, so many athletes dont really come off a cycle of say, steroids, and this is where the real damage is done. Many of the side effects of extended and over dosage of these drugs are also irreversable, and those that can be changed usually require extensive surgey. Point #4 - I just had it, 350 grammes of prime SA Sirloin, done rare with a side order of Green Pepper sauce and a light salad.
GrumpyOldGuy Posted October 13, 2010 Posted October 13, 2010 Probably why I felt faster in my squash game! I will just eat more steak instead! Now we talking.
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