Ever since the dawn of time man has looked to improve upon itself. There have been some absolutely amazing advancements; but scientists seem to hit a wall when it comes to moving past humanities biological limits.
Steroids are the best answer that they have come up with so far, and these drugs are proving to be anything but helpful. Major sports the world over are tainted by doping scandals, and that is to say nothing about the effects that this drug abuse has on the athletes themselves. Unfortunately, these men and women are facing some of the following:
Increased Aggression:
Everyone has a mental picture of the stereotypical "stacker". They're huge, beefed up guys that are looking to pick a fight with anyone that gets to close. Unfortunately this cartoonish image is not too far from the truth. Increased testosterone levels have been proven to take a rational person well past their limits.
Catastrophic Muscle Failure:
The human body was only designed to handle so much stress and pressure. Anabolic steroids push the body past its limits; but that doesn't come without consequences. A quick search online will turn up many stories (and even video footage) of a roid user going for a new max and destroying a muscle set in the process (a snapped bicep for example, which is not for the faint of heart).
Cardiovascular Issues:
Bigger muscles need more oxygen-filled blood to be able to survive. The human heart, while an amazing organ, can only pump up to a certain limit. Steroid users have died of heart attacks or an enlarged heart at a stunning rate over the past few decades. The body will do its best to try to adapt; but it always fails in the end.
Ladies and gentlemen, steroids just aren't worth it. If you are thinking of using, or are a user yourself, then now is the time to wean yourself off the roids.
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