PEDs in Sport (OCR GCSE Physical Education): Flashcards

Increase protein synthesis & develop lean muscle mass

Slow heart rate & reduce anxiety

Quick weight loss (fluids)

Mask other drugs, harder to detect

Increase pain threshold, mask injuries

Increase red blood cell production

Remove blood weeks before, re-inject before competition

Increase alertness, reduce tiredness

Power activities: sprinters, rugby, weightlifting

Precision activities: archery, shooting, snooker

Dehydration, heart/kidney failure

Thickening of blood, heart attack, strokes

More prize money & sponsorship deals

Cannot compete, may be past peak fitness after ban

Bad reputation, sport doesn't get respect