What are some other signs that people at the gym are doing steroids? I’ve never understood why someone would, especially if they are not pro athletes.
Just seems like there is a high number of baldies in my gym, and a sister gym was busted for steroid sales. I don’t get it: The goal of lifting weights should be to be more attractive!
Do you think that these guys take steroids because they want to nobly pursue some weight lifting record?
Bodybuilding is about looking good, having the biggest muscles and the nicest shaped body. It is the same as wearing stylish clothes or applying makeup – everybody wants to look their best, to attract the right partner, to get ahead in life and beat Mr Jones who lives next door and certain people in this world believe that by taking steroids they will achieve these goals. It worked for Arnold Schwartezeneggar.
Also steroids is a derivative of testosterone, which is a very powerful and naturally produced hormone – it makes people feel good about themselves, not only because physical results can be seen within a short space of time but because it indirectly affects the mood centre in the brain! Achieving a good muscle size would take years of work – with steroids the process is extremely quick. I’m convinced that actors take steroids in conjuction with a diet and exercise routine to beef up for certain roles – e.g. Brad Pitt in Troy!!