I remember years ago when Angel Martino couldn't go to the 1988 olympics? Now, a swimmer name Vencill has been accused of taking steriods who was going to the Pan-American games.Americans always point to the East German system in the 1970's and 1980's and the Chinese in the 1990's. So, do some of you think its more widespread in the US than has been previous thought?
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I agree with Tall Paul's points in this thread. A couple of years ago whilst spending quite a few hours waiting for my events at Baltimore LCNATS I overheard discussions (& participated in some) re efficacy of creatine, ginseng & other stuff both organic & pharmaceutical- most shared the opinion that if it "works", why not try it. I disagree with this point of view & point to the whole concept of "performance-enhancing" being why we eventually ban certain substances. Let's just compete & let training, technique & talent win the day (luck is a wildcard).
I agree with Tall Paul's points in this thread. A couple of years ago whilst spending quite a few hours waiting for my events at Baltimore LCNATS I overheard discussions (& participated in some) re efficacy of creatine, ginseng & other stuff both organic & pharmaceutical- most shared the opinion that if it "works", why not try it. I disagree with this point of view & point to the whole concept of "performance-enhancing" being why we eventually ban certain substances. Let's just compete & let training, technique & talent win the day (luck is a wildcard).
