Introduction Bodybuilding supplements are dietary supplements commonly used by those involved in bodybuilding, weightlifting, mixed martial arts, and athletics for the purpose of facilitating an increase in lean body mass. Bodybuilding supplements may contain ingredients that are advertised to increase a person’s muscle, body weight, athletic performance, and decrease a person’s percent body fat for… Read More
Introduction Controversies regarding the use of human growth hormone (HGH) as treatment method have centred on the claims, products, and businesses related to the use of GH as an anti-ageing therapy. Most of these controversies fall into two categories: Brief History A study was published in The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) by Rudman… Read More
Introduction Performance-enhancing substances (PESs), also known as performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), are substances that are used to improve any form of activity performance in humans. Many substances, such as anabolic steroids, can be used to improve athletic performance and build muscle, which in most cases is considered cheating by organised athletic organisations. This usage is often… Read More
Introduction The Biogenesis scandal broke in 2013 when several Major League Baseball (MLB) players were accused of obtaining performance-enhancing drugs (“PEDs”), specifically human growth hormone, from the now-defunct rejuvenation clinic Biogenesis of America. After an ex-employee, annoyed over missing back-pay, revealed clinic records that were “clear in describing the firm’s real business: selling performance-enhancing drugs”,… Read More
Introduction Exercise addiction is a state characterised by a compulsive engagement in any form of physical exercise, despite negative consequences. While regular exercise is generally a healthy activity, exercise addiction generally involves performing excessive amounts of exercise to the detriment of physical health, spending too much time exercising to the detriment of personal and professional… Read More
Introduction Military training does not fixate only on physical fitness; it demands a balance of mental resilience and physical strength to meet the rigorous demands of service. Soldiers operate in high-stress environments, requiring not just endurance but also the mental clarity to make split-second decisions. Achieving this balance is no small feat and involves training… Read More
Introduction Military fitness regimens are often synonymous with physical endurance, strength training, and combat readiness. However, modern approaches are shifting towards recognising the equally critical role of mental health in overall resilience and performance. Service members operate under unique stressors, from high-stakes missions to long separations from loved ones, making mental well-being a vital component… Read More
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