Anabolic-androgenic steroid use among Brazilian bodybuilders
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Fabiana Ranielle de Siqueira Nogueira1, Aline de Freitas Brito, Caio Victor Coutinho de Oliveira
1Laboratory for the Study of Physical Training Applied to Performance and Health, Federal University of Paraíba (UFPB), João Pessoa, Brazil.
Abstract:
This cross-sectional, quantitative, exploratory study investigated the prevalence and profile of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) users amongst a convenience sample of 510 bodybuilders from 52 gyms, in João Pessoa, Brazil, with a structured questionnaire containing selected questions about socioeconomic and training variables on the use of AAS. Data were analyzed using frequency and chi-square tests. AAS prevalence use was 20.6%; mostly young men (98.1%), of a low education level (46.7%), who trained for more than 4 years (49.5%). The use of AAS was related to the use of dietary supplements. About 81% of consumed AAS consisted of Deca-Durabolin, Winstrol, and Sustanon. Study's limitations are noted.