The first edition of this work, published in 1982, concentrated on the athlete's use of and the physician's knowledge of, anabolic steroids. This fully updated second edition discusses the continuing controversy over their use in competitive sports. An introduction of the use and abuse of anabolic steroids is followed by chapters on such topics as anabolic steroid compounds, the anabolic-to-androgen ratio, basic principles of muscle building, current anabolic steroid preparations, anabolic steroid regimes used by athletes, the enhancement of athletic performance, adverse physical effects and mental health risks, the classification of anabolic steroids as controlled substances, growth hormones and other anabolic hormones, the limits of urine drug testing, medical applications of anabolic steroids, muscle building and ergogenic supplements, and addictions.

The first edition of this work, published in 1982, concentrated on the athlete's use of and the physician's knowledge of, anabolic steroids. This fully updated second edition discusses the continuing controversy over their use in competitive sports. An introduction of the use and abuse of anabolic steroids is followed by chapters on such topics as anabolic steroid compounds, the anabolic-to-androgen ratio, basic principles of muscle building, current anabolic steroid preparations, anabolic steroid regimes used by athletes, the enhancement of athletic performance, adverse physical effects and mental health risks, the classification of anabolic steroids as controlled substances, growth hormones and other anabolic hormones, the limits of urine drug testing, medical applications of anabolic steroids, muscle building and ergogenic supplements, and addictions.

Discusses the controversy surrounding the use of anabolic steroids, explains what is known about their effects on the human body, and looks at detection techniques and adverse side effects

An insider's view of anabolic steroids by two world-class sports scientists and athletes: Thomas Fahey and Frank Katch. Their experiences as scientists, coaches, and athletes help you separate the street news from the street noise about these controversial drugs. The ebook version includes direct access to over 1600 original source journal articles and abstracts. Topics include:?(1) Who takes these drugs and why.? (2) How world-class athletes and bodybuilders use anabolic steroids.? (3 )Steroid use by recreational bodybuilders and physically active people.?(4) Effects of anabolic steroids on strength, power, endurance, and sports skills.? (5) The biochemistry of anabolic steroids? (6) The effects of anabolic steroids on sports performance in men, women, and children.? (7) Anabolic steroids and motor control.? (8) Side effects of anabolic steroids and their effects on the cardiovascular system, longevity, cancer, liver, kidneys, skin, blood, and soft tissue.? (9) Sexual effects of anabolic steroids? (10) Psychological effects of anabolic steroids, including "roid rage."? (11) Medical uses of anabolic steroids.? (12) Supplemental testosterone in middle-aged and older adults.? (13) History of anabolic steroids, including steroid use during the cold war and Russian steroid scandals. The book includes stories about steroid use in sport revealed for the first time.? (14) The ethics and legal considerations of anabolic steroid use.

Part two of a three-part series that has drawn national media attention exploring the epidemic of athletic drug abuse. The hard-hitting text graphically exposes the effects of anabolic steroids and reveals other secret substances now being used. Includes rare, never-before-seen, photographs of athletes from behind the Iron Curtain and a history of drug-related sports deaths.

The latest on anabolic steroid use, abuse, treatment, and prevention

Anabolic steroids have traditionally been controversial in the sporting arena. Today, research indicates a dramatic increase in the use of anabolic steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs outside of competitive sports. With evidence of widespread steroid abuse among the general population, health professionals are citing the emergence of an epidemic. Anabolic Steroids and Other Performance-Enhancing Drugs brings together key issues surrounding these contentious drugs. The book outlines the history and social context of these compounds, including details on their development, prevalence, and implications for society. It provides a review of their physiological and psychological side effects, as well as discussions of other performance-enhancing substances based on the banned drug list of the International Olympic Committee. The text also describes how anabolic steroids are used, considers problems with counterfeit drugs, and includes profiles of the most commonly used steroids and supplements. This timely book presents a clear description of anabolic steroid use and abuse both in sports and within the general population. It is a reliable source of information for professionals and students in the fields of sport science, pharmacology, pharmacy, and related health sciences.