Athletes always go for the gold, and sometimes they will do anything to be the strongest, the fastest and the best. Instead of old-fashioned hard work and training, some athletes are turning to performance-enhancing substances to boost athletic performance, ward off fatigue and enhance their physical appearance. Performance-enhancing substances are taken to increase muscle mass and strength, reduce weight and hide the use of other illegal substances.
So what's the problem with taking performance-enhancing substances?
Negative side effects, that's what. Whether they're over-the-counter or illegal, performance-enhancing substances can take their toll on a developing body, which is why it's especially dangerous for teen athletes to experiment with these substances.
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Former Sen. George Mitchell's Report contains 19 separate recommendations that enable Major League Baseball to thwart the use of performing-enhancing drugs.
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