Drugs and Sport (Leaving Cert Physical Education): Flashcards
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What are dietary supplements in sports?
What are dietary supplements in sports?
Legal substances to enhance athletic performance.
Define performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs).
Define performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs).
Substances used to improve athletic performance illegally.
What is doping in sports?
What is doping in sports?
Use of illegal PEDs violating sports rules.
What does WADA stand for?
What does WADA stand for?
World Anti-Doping Agency.
What are the main functions of Sport Ireland?
What are the main functions of Sport Ireland?
Promotes sport, enforces anti-doping, and funds initiatives.
What happened to Ben Johnson in 1988?
What happened to Ben Johnson in 1988?
Stripped of gold medal for using anabolic steroids.
What are anabolic steroids used for?
What are anabolic steroids used for?
Increase muscle mass and strength.
What is erythropoietin (EPO)?
What is erythropoietin (EPO)?
A PED that enhances endurance by boosting red blood cells.
What are the risks of using stimulants?
What are the risks of using stimulants?
Addiction and cardiovascular issues.
What is a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)?
What is a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)?
Allows banned substances for legitimate medical conditions.