There is a belief, that increased muscle growth is linked with tumor growth and development. Muscle development involves inflammatory process and a large number of cytokines- prostaglandins play a key role in the mechanisms responsible for inflammation. Hormones as insulin,
Τhe so called bubble gut phenomenon appears quite commonly to IFBB pro competitors. In other words, stomach and abdominal cavity appear to protrude, giving a “pregnant look” in men. There are various different reasons, contributing to this. First of all
SARMs are a new class of anabolic agents. They are considered are supplements with anabolic properties, banned from WADA/USADA and IOC. Their chemical structure is not of a steroidal molecule, as with AAS. As their name implies, they have selective role
Bodybuilders abuse androgens that make kidneys to release EPO. As a result hemopoiesis will elevate hemoglobin and hematoctrite. Thus, bloods viscosity increases and blood becomes thicker. This is a serious factor for ischemic stroke, because can lead to occlusion of
During vigorous physical activity, either indoors anaerobic at the gym, or outdoors aerobic, specific biochemical and hormonal evaluations are distorted. Contractile muscles undergo rupture; in other words, muscle fibers are torn and myoblobin is released into the blood stream. This
Contractile-skeletal-striated muscle tissue is not just useful for locomotory purposes. On the contrary, it is a metabolic regulator with important functions, being valuable for longevity. However, according to nutritionist-powerlifter-medical doctor Mauro Dipasquale, B.Sc., MD, MRO, MFS, “We carry our own fat, while
Quite often competitive bodybuilders keep asking me, why they feel so exhausted during the cutting phase. The answer is multifaceted and not simple and I explain it below: the muscle strain resulting to rhabdomyolysis effect is great. The muscle fibers
New studies come to reinforce the idea that, regular physical activity is particularly a powerful preventive and therapeutic measure, for the treatment of heart and vascular events. The fact that exercise and proper diet are the best preventing methods, is
As a competitive bodybuilder, I have to admit, I was quite skeptical to the point of suspicion, regarding how legit were AAS. My main concern was regarding the substance used, while to a lesser degree, dosage. Therefore, I mainly was focusing on pharmaceuticals,
Several professionals of which the competitions I grew up with passed away the last couple of years, most of betrayed by their hearts. Doping abuse takes quite some time in order to establish irreversible health consequences. Famous IFBB pro’s who died
Corticosteroids even though they are catabolic, they are included in the chemical enhancement of a professional cyclist or marathon runner, because of their anti-inflammatory activity and their ability to cure the musculoskeletal system, particularly the joints. Moreover, corticosteroids contribute to
The speculated ”roid rage” deals with the consequences of performance enhancing drugs (PED’s) & androgenic anabolic steroids (AAS) abuse in the mental status and psychology of bodybuilders. The psychopathological aspect of PED’s /AAS neurotoxicity and dependence can present as a
Bodybuilding is impressive, but is also a double-edged sword, when it is not consisted with the requirements of knowledge-knowhow and prevention. You should not blame the drugs in case you use them carelessly, or if you stack carelessly different compounds. The contradictory and paradoxical
– Using supplements and dairy products with phytosterols (plant based estrogens) – Avoidance of excessive saturated fat and trans fat/refined carbohydrates-sugars – Regular use of coenzyme Q10, which has the ability to increase aerobic energy production of myocardium, along with magnesium,
The intake of androgenic anabolic steroids (AAS) burdens the kidneys through the process of glomerular filtration in the renal parenchyma. The first stage of AAS metabolism takes place into the liver, but later chemicals pass through the glomerulus and renal
The abuse of Performance Enhancing Drugs (PED’s) has been associated with the occurrence of serious cardiovascular events in athletes, including the development of cardiomyopathy, arrhythmias, myocardial infarction, heart failure, hypertension and thrombosis. Androgenic anabolic steroids (AAS) disturb serum levels of
The athlete’s heart is a deviation of a normal shaped myocardium. It is a natural response, a physiological remodeling to the continuous stimulus of strenuous physical activity, such as endurance running under high intensity. Many studies have shown that cardiac adjustment varies,
The anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) are highly toxic to the hepatocyte and cause significant damage, both to the structure and function of the hepatic parenchyma. Especially the hepatotoxic 17 alkylated orals, which significantly disrupt the excretory function of the organ. Alkylation
Before the beginning of a cycle, it is necessary for the steroid user, to undergo specific laboratory tests, in order to evaluate his general health condition. Adverse effects and possible tissue damage is dependent on various parameters, such as age,
1) HGH (GROWTH HORMONE-SOMATOTROPIN): – acromegaly (arthritis, fatigue fractures) – diabetes mellitus type II (non insulin dependent), hypothyroidism – cardiomegaly (chronic abuse) => increased rate of cardiovascular disease and progressive heart failure – carpal tunnel syndrome – obstructive sleep apnea