Chris Cooper, “Run, Swim, Throw, Cheat: The Science Behind Drugs in Sport” (Oxford University Press, 2012)Chris Cooper, “Run, Swim, Throw, Cheat: The Science Behind Drugs in Sport” (Oxford University Press, 2012)
New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery
This past August, the saga of Lance Armstrong came to its inglorious end. The seven-time champion of the Tour de France and Olympic medalist ended his defense against charges that he had engaged in blood doping during his cycling career.
53:15•9 Oct 2012
Unmasking the Truth: Drugs in Sports with Chris Cooper
“So my personal view is that there are some areas where the health problems are so obvious that really we should, we should hold the line there. Things like pseudoephedrine, which is banned for, and really not that bad for you and probably not that performance enhancing.”
Ever wondered about the murky world of performance-enhancing drugs in sports? In this episode, Chris Cooper takes you on a journey through his eye-opening book, 'Run, Swim, Throw, Cheat'. He sheds light on the history and evolution of these controversial substances, from ancient gladiators to today's high-tech gene doping. Cooper doesn't just stop at the athletes; he dives into the role pharmaceutical companies play in this complex web.
Are there any benefits to gene doping, or is it all just a risky game? And what's the deal with the Y chromosome's impact on sports performance? This episode is packed with intriguing questions and thought-provoking insights that will leave you questioning what you thought you knew about sports science. Perfect for sports enthusiasts, curious minds, and anyone interested in the ethical dilemmas of modern athletics.
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