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What are anabolic steroids and how do they help athletes?
What are anabolic steroids and how do they help athletes?
Anabolic steroids help athletes gain muscle, increasing their strength, speed, and stamina in sporting competitions.
Explain how stimulants affect athletes' performance.
Explain how stimulants affect athletes' performance.
Stimulants increase reaction time, make athletes feel more alert, and have the side-effect of increasing aggression.
What is the purpose of narcotic analgesics for athletes?
What is the purpose of narcotic analgesics for athletes?
Narcotic analgesics reduce pain, ensuring that any injury does not affect the athlete's performance.
What are some arguments against the use of performance-enhancing drugs?
What are some arguments against the use of performance-enhancing drugs?
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Explain the rationalist perspective on the use of performance-enhancing drugs.
Explain the rationalist perspective on the use of performance-enhancing drugs.
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