To identify areas where PEDs may be utilized, then Megan should review Army Regulation 25-1 and Army Regulation 25-2 although most of the information will be contained inside the Army Regulation 25-2.
PED stands for Performance Enhancing Drugs and are taken by those who wish to improve their athletic ability, whether that be their strength, endurance or performance. Most of these can be taken orally in pill form although many nowadays can be injected directly into the bloodstream.
The use of performance enhancing drugs dates back to the Ancient Greeks, who used them in their sporting events. Writings around these times refer to "performance potions” and "performance elixirs” that were given to athletes before games or competitions. However, it was not until the late 20th century when technology had developed enough to begin testing athletes and others for traces of these substances in their bodies.
The most common type of performance enhancing drugs, which is probably what Megan is searching for in her review of the Army Regulations, is a drug used for building muscle mass called anabolic steroids, most colloquially known as steroids. There are two types of steroids: Exogenous and endogenous. Steroids contain a specifically synthesised hormone that increase and enhance a number of physiological functions such as a person’s appetite, protein synthesis and bone growth which all contribute to the rapid growth of muscle tissue. The main effects of taking steroids include increased muscle bulk, increased muscle strength and faster muscle recovery, which is why those who take steroids end up incredibly bulky and huge. However, there are also some nasty side effects such as liver disorders, hypertension (high blood pressure) and raised cholesterol.
To find out exactly where the Army stands on the use of PEDs in shipping and supply then Army Regulation 25-1 and 25-2 will be the best place to look as no one else can really give you a detailed idea.
PED stands for Performance Enhancing Drugs and are taken by those who wish to improve their athletic ability, whether that be their strength, endurance or performance. Most of these can be taken orally in pill form although many nowadays can be injected directly into the bloodstream.
The use of performance enhancing drugs dates back to the Ancient Greeks, who used them in their sporting events. Writings around these times refer to "performance potions” and "performance elixirs” that were given to athletes before games or competitions. However, it was not until the late 20th century when technology had developed enough to begin testing athletes and others for traces of these substances in their bodies.
The most common type of performance enhancing drugs, which is probably what Megan is searching for in her review of the Army Regulations, is a drug used for building muscle mass called anabolic steroids, most colloquially known as steroids. There are two types of steroids: Exogenous and endogenous. Steroids contain a specifically synthesised hormone that increase and enhance a number of physiological functions such as a person’s appetite, protein synthesis and bone growth which all contribute to the rapid growth of muscle tissue. The main effects of taking steroids include increased muscle bulk, increased muscle strength and faster muscle recovery, which is why those who take steroids end up incredibly bulky and huge. However, there are also some nasty side effects such as liver disorders, hypertension (high blood pressure) and raised cholesterol.
To find out exactly where the Army stands on the use of PEDs in shipping and supply then Army Regulation 25-1 and 25-2 will be the best place to look as no one else can really give you a detailed idea.
