Prosthetic Limbs

Homework What is Creatine Phosphate? What effects does it have on the body? Why is it not banned when substances such as Erythropoietin are?

Video on Creatine Phosphate https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCmNQQWlrc0 From 36 secs

The Ethics of Performance Enhancing Practices Addressing both sides of the ethical issues involved in the use of Performance Enhancing Substances in Sport.

Ethics Report Use pages 178 – 183, the internet and other sources to compile a report (no more than 1 side of A4), addressing the ethical issues related to the use of performance enhancing practices in sport. The report should discuss both of the following viewpoints: ‘It is never, under any circumstances, acceptable for athletes to use performance enhancing substances or practices’. ‘It is always perfectly acceptable for athletes to use any means available to them, including performance enhancing drugs, to compete more effectively’. You should conclude using your own thoughts and opinions. Be prepared to share your thoughts and findings with the rest of the group.

Possible Websites http://www.teachpe.com/drugs/index.php http://www.livestrong.com/article/88002-list-different-performance-enhancing-drugs/ http://sportsanddrugs.procon.org/view.answers.php?questionID=001235