7.3.7
Drug Restrictions
Beta Blockers
Beta Blockers
Beta blockers are a performance-enhancing drug. They have the following effects on the body:
Reduce the effects of adrenaline on the body
Reduce the effects of adrenaline on the body
- They do this by reducing muscle tension (tightness), heart rate and blood pressure.
- With these effects, they can improve a performer's fine motor skills (involved in smaller movements that take place in the wrists, hands, fingers, feet and toes) and help with accuracy.
Side effects
Side effects
- Nausea (feeling sick).
- Poor circulation, which can cause heart problems.
- Tiredness.
- Weakness.
Performance Enhancing Drugs
Performance Enhancing Drugs
Different types of performer will use different types of performance enhancing drugs (PEDs).
Stimulants (improve alertness)
Stimulants (improve alertness)
These PEDs benefit:
- Sprinters (by reducing reaction time off the start line to make a faster start.
- Racing drivers (by reducing reaction time off the start line to make a quick getaway).
- Rugby players (by increasing aggression to tackle harder).
Narcotic analgesics (pain killers)
Narcotic analgesics (pain killers)
These PEDs benefit:
- Weightlifters (by reducing over-training pain so that they are able to train more often to increase strength).
- NFL players (by reducing pain so that they can play through an injury and get to the end of a game).
Anabolic agents (increase muscle mass)
Anabolic agents (increase muscle mass)
These PEDs benefit:
- Boxers (by increasing muscle mass for improved punching strength).
- Rugby players (by increasing muscle mass for improved leg strength to drive a scrum).
Diuretics (weight loss)
Diuretics (weight loss)
- These PEDs benefit:
- Boxers (trying to make a set weight before a fight).
- MMA fighters (trying to make a set weight before a fight).
Peptide hormones (improve oxygen carrying capacity)
Peptide hormones (improve oxygen carrying capacity)
- These PEDs benefit:
- Marathon runners (by improving their ability to transport oxygen around the body to create energy).
- Long-distance cyclists (by improving their ability to transport oxygen around the body to create energy).
Beta blockers (for fine motor control)
Beta blockers (for fine motor control)
- These PEDs benefit:
- Archers (by calming and relaxing muscles to improve accuracy).
- Darts players (by calming and relaxing muscles to improve accuracy).
1Applied Anatomy & Physiology
1.1The Musculoskeletal System
1.2The Cardio-Respiratory System
1.2.1Pathway of Air
1.2.2Blood Vessels
1.2.3Blood Vessels 2
1.2.4Structure of the Heart
1.2.5Cardiac Cycle
1.2.6Measures of Heart Performance
1.2.7The Mechanics of Breathing
1.2.8The Mechanics of Breathing 2
1.2.9The Lungs
1.2.10End of Topic Test - The Cardio-Respiratory System
1.2.11Exam-Style Questions - Cardio-Respiratory System
1.3Anaerobic & Aerobic Exercise
1.4Short-Term Effects of Exercise
2Movement Analysis
3Physical Training
3.1Health & Fitness
3.2The Components of Fitness
3.2.1The Components of Fitness
3.2.2Sports & Fitness
3.2.3Fitness Testing
3.2.4Measuring Agility & Balance
3.2.5Measuring Cardiovascular & Coordination
3.2.6Measuring Endurance & Power
3.2.7Measuring Reaction Time & Strength
3.2.8Measuring Strength, Speed & Flexibility
3.2.9End of Topic Test - The Components of Fitness
3.2.10Exam-Style Questions - Fitness Tests
4The Principles of Training
4.1Principles of Training
5Using Data
5.1Types of Data
5.2Data Presentation & Analysis
6Sports Psychology
6.2Feedback & Preparation
7Socio-cultural Influences
7.1Engagement Patterns of Different Social Groups
7.2Commercialisation
7.3Ethical & Socio-cultural Issues
7.3.1Impact of Technology on Performers
7.3.2Impact of Technology on Performers 2
7.3.3Impact of Technology on Sport
7.3.4Impact of Technology on Sport 2
7.3.5Sporting Conduct & Banned Substances
7.3.6Blood Doping
7.3.7Drug Restrictions
7.3.8Drug Restrictions 2
7.3.9Spectator Behaviour
7.3.10End of Topic Test - Ethical Issues
7.3.11Exam-Style Questions - Performance Enhancing Drugs
8Health & Fitness
8.1Overview of Health
8.2Sedentary Lifestyles
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1Applied Anatomy & Physiology
1.1The Musculoskeletal System
1.2The Cardio-Respiratory System
1.2.1Pathway of Air
1.2.2Blood Vessels
1.2.3Blood Vessels 2
1.2.4Structure of the Heart
1.2.5Cardiac Cycle
1.2.6Measures of Heart Performance
1.2.7The Mechanics of Breathing
1.2.8The Mechanics of Breathing 2
1.2.9The Lungs
1.2.10End of Topic Test - The Cardio-Respiratory System
1.2.11Exam-Style Questions - Cardio-Respiratory System
1.3Anaerobic & Aerobic Exercise
1.4Short-Term Effects of Exercise
2Movement Analysis
3Physical Training
3.1Health & Fitness
3.2The Components of Fitness
3.2.1The Components of Fitness
3.2.2Sports & Fitness
3.2.3Fitness Testing
3.2.4Measuring Agility & Balance
3.2.5Measuring Cardiovascular & Coordination
3.2.6Measuring Endurance & Power
3.2.7Measuring Reaction Time & Strength
3.2.8Measuring Strength, Speed & Flexibility
3.2.9End of Topic Test - The Components of Fitness
3.2.10Exam-Style Questions - Fitness Tests
4The Principles of Training
4.1Principles of Training
5Using Data
5.1Types of Data
5.2Data Presentation & Analysis
6Sports Psychology
6.2Feedback & Preparation
7Socio-cultural Influences
7.1Engagement Patterns of Different Social Groups
7.2Commercialisation
7.3Ethical & Socio-cultural Issues
7.3.1Impact of Technology on Performers
7.3.2Impact of Technology on Performers 2
7.3.3Impact of Technology on Sport
7.3.4Impact of Technology on Sport 2
7.3.5Sporting Conduct & Banned Substances
7.3.6Blood Doping
7.3.7Drug Restrictions
7.3.8Drug Restrictions 2
7.3.9Spectator Behaviour
7.3.10End of Topic Test - Ethical Issues
7.3.11Exam-Style Questions - Performance Enhancing Drugs
8Health & Fitness
8.1Overview of Health
8.2Sedentary Lifestyles
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