Clenbuterol and Meat Contamination
August 11, 2016
Clenbuterol is a powerful drug sometimes used for performance-enhancement by athletes to increase lean muscle mass and reduce body fat.
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Three Benefits of Independent Anti-Doping Programs in Sport
August 8, 2016
When implemented properly, an independent anti-doping program protects the health and rights of athletes, while preserving the integrity of sport.
3 Things You Need to Know About Supplement Use
June 28, 2016
The use of dietary supplements comes with a wide-range of risks for both consumers and athletes. Here are three things to know about supplement use.
What is Boosting and Why is it Dangerous?
June 22, 2016
Boosting is used by athletes with spinal cord injury to counter dysautonomic disorders, which impact bodily functions like heart rate and blood pressure.
Coaches: 5 Things to Remember Before Your Athletes Head to Competition
June 14, 2016
Coaches: 5 things to remember – A brief list of anti-doping responsibilities to help you and your athletes prepare for clean competition.
Keeping Good Company: Prohibited Association
May 10, 2016
The prohibited association rule ensures anyone who has committed an ADRV cannot try and gain a position of power in an athlete support role.
Substance Profile: Meldonium
March 30, 2016
Meldonium (mildronate) was added to the WADA Prohibited List effective Jan. 1, 2016. But, what is meldonium, & why was it included on the Prohibited List?
Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs) – What Athletes Need to Know
November 18, 2015
Learn more about SARMs from USADA’s science team and understand their placement on the WADA Prohibited List.
USADA’s Science Team Addresses Anti-Doping Information for Health Professionals
October 28, 2015
Health and medical professionals play a vital role in helping athletes and athlete support personnel make sound anti-doping decisions.