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What are the side effects of anabolic steroids?
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Question:
My training partner is thinking of taking steroids. I told him not to because there are too many side effects. Can you give me a list of what they are?
Answer:
Before I answer your question I need to say a few things...First, let me
congratulate you for being concerned for your partner's well being, and,
trying to become more informed for his sake and/or yours. Second,
understand that the harmful effects of steroids are often overblown and
exaggerated by the media. Yes, steroids can be quite harmful, but alot of
it also depends on which steroids are used, how often, and in what
amounts. In addition, one's genetic predisposition to side effects will
also play a big role. Some people can take large amounts of anabolics
with little to no ill effects, while others will have problems with the
smallest of dosages. That being said, you should also know that as a
natural bodybuilder myself, I do not use or condone the use of steroids
by anyone. However, I also believe in the right to do what you wish with
your own body...as long as you do not harm anyone else in the process.
Also, as a contest prep coach to bodybuilders and fitness athletes, I
work with competitors that choose to use steroids and other drugs. I do
not turn them away. In these situations I do everything I can to help
them, while keeping them as safe as possible. The only times that I will
openly and fervently show my disgust for someone using steroids are: A)
when they are used in preperation for a NATURAL contest, B) when they are
used by someone that has not trained for at least 3 solid years, and C)
when they are used by someone that has not fully educated himself on the
subject first. The obvious should also be pointed out that steroids are
illegal to use and even possess!
Now to the list of POSSIBLE side effects...
-hairloss
-gynecomastia aka "bitch tits"
-testicular atrophy
-prostate enlargement
-sexual dysfunction
-stunted growth...in teens
-liver damage
-kidney danage
-hypertension
-hypertension
-immune system changes
-headaches
-acne
-aggression
-blood clotting changes
-birth defects...for children of pregnant women
-cancer
-cardiovascular disease
-depression
Question:
What exactly is plyometric training?
Answer:
Plyometrics is a form of training where a fast eccentric (negative)
contraction is followed by an explosive concentric (positive)
contraction. The goal is to enhance the force development of a concentric
contraction that immediately follows a rapid eccentric contraction.
Plyometrics crosses the line between simple strength training into
"speed-strength" training. It's aim is to produce increases in the
explosive-reactive movements required in certain sports. It is wonderful
for increasing throwing, sprinting, and jumping ability, and includes
such activities as bounding, depth jumping, and specific forms of
medicine ball work. |
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