Sports and Drugs Quiz

Sports and Drugs

• Drugs alter body function, used medically or non-medically
• Types of drugs: medicinal (treat illness), recreational (pleasure), hard drugs (highly addictive), performance-enhancing (improve performance)
• Drug use: proper use, often for medical reasons
• Drug misuse: excessive use, without advice, for wrong reasons; can lead to addiction, health problems, social consequences
• Drug effects on sport: positive (strength, endurance, speed) and negative (disqualification, health, reputation damage); specific examples like increased stamina (anabolic steroids), enhanced alertness (stimulants), reduced pain (narcotics) and risks like heart/liver damage, mental disorders
• Common drugs: stimulants (e.g., caffeine, amphetamines), depressants (e.g., alcohol, benzodiazepines), painkillers (e.g., opioids, aspirin), anabolic steroids (e.g., testosterone, nandrolone), hallucinogens (e.g., LSD, cannabis)

Common Sports Injuries

• Sprains and strains
• Fractures
• Dislocations
• Tendonitis
• Concussions
• Muscle cramps

Prevention of Sports Injuries

• Proper warm-up and cool-down exercises
• Protective gear
• Adequate hydration
• Proper training and playing techniques
• Adequate recovery time between activities

Causes of Sports Injuries

• Poor training techniques
• Lack of proper warm-up
• Overuse of muscles
• Incorrect use of equipment
• Poor playing conditions

First Aid Treatment for Sports Injuries

• Rest (avoid movement)
• Ice (apply ice packs)
• Compression (use bandages)
• Elevation (raise the injured part)
• Seek medical attention (if necessary)

Running Styles and Long-Distance Races

• Running styles depend on distance and engagement (forefoot, midfoot, heel striking)
• Efficiency in long-distance races involves:
  • Forefoot running (speed and agility)
  • Midfoot running (balanced, reduced injury risk)
  • Heel striking (longer races, may increase impact)
• Proper breathing techniques optimize oxygen intake.

This quiz explores the impact of drugs on sports, focusing on various types of drugs, their uses, and the effects on athletic performance. It covers both the benefits and risks associated with drug use in sports, including examples of common drugs used by athletes and their potential consequences.