Anabolic Steroids And The Athlete

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

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

"This thin volume will be well used by students, coaches, parents, and educators who want to build up their knowledge of the issues surrounding steroids."WILSON LIBRARY BULLETIN

Discusses the effects of illegal performance enhancing drugs, including steroids.