Some of Steroids Pros and Cons

An Article written by David Robinson, on The Anthony Catanzaro Approach to Natural Bodybuilding
The Pros & Cons of Steroids

Benefits (Positive Effects)

Increased leanness and muscle definition.
Increased muscle mass and general weight gain.
Increased strength.
Increased effectiveness of training.
Improved recovery rate.
Euphoria (feelings of positivity and confidence).
Increased aggressiveness.
Increased sex drive.

Costs (Negative Effects)

General

Increased risk of mood disturbances including mania and depression.
Increased risk of psychosis.
Increased risk of aggressive acts which may injure self or others.
Increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Increased risk of liver disease and cancer.
Increased risk of kidney disease and cancer.
Risk of HIV and Hepatitis B & C from contaminated needles.
Acne.
Bad breath.
Decreased sex drive.
Baldness.
Water retention.
Muscle cramps.
Aching joints.
Increased risk of muscle tears.
Increased risk of tendon injuries.
Increased risk of nose bleeds.
Insomnia.
Decrease in immune system effectiveness.
Infertility.

For Men

Increased risk of prostate enlargement and cancer.
Decreased testicular size.
Gynecomastia (growth of breasts).

For Women:

Increased risk of cervical and endometrial cancer.
Increased risk of osteoporosis.
Irreversible enlargement of the clitoris.
Irreversible hoarsening and deepening of the voice.
Irreversible increase in facial and body hair.
Decreased breast size.
Amenorrhea (the absence of menstruation).
Uterine atrophy.

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[ Q ] What message would you like to give to the younger bodybuilder contemplating drug use?

Don’t do it. I have been training for over 20 years and have learned that within time like wine, your body will get better and better. Understand that bodybuilding is not to impress girls, or to look good on the beach during spring break. Bodybuilding is a lifestyle for you to follow for the rest of your life.

It’s like this… a person who does something for the wrong reason will never truly be one with himself. He or she will go on through life looking for ways to get things without the right intention. Remember, when your body is pure then and ONLY then will you be given the greatness from God.