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The cost of gains: Steroid use among Pakistani bodybuilders

The pursuit of an ideal body shape through steroids has proven risky, highlighting the need for awareness

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Javed Iqbal

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Syed Javed Iqbal is a distinguished and seasoned sports journalist with over two decades of excellence in the field of sports media. He has been a prominent figure on some of Pakistan’s leading news channels, including ARY News, Aaj News, and 24 News, earning widespread recognition for his insightful reporting and comprehensive coverage. Throughout his illustrious career, Syed Javed Iqbal has reported from the frontlines of some of the world’s most prestigious international sporting events. His coverage includes six ICC Cricket World Cups, the Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, South Asian Games, World Table Tennis Championships, Volleyball World Cup, FIFA Confederations Cup, Japan Open, Champions Trophy, Pakistan Super League (PSL), and the Asia Cup in hockey. His assignments have taken him across the globe to countries such as the USA, Japan, Australia, England, France, India, South Korea, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and the UAE. Known for his on-ground presence and in-depth analysis, Syed Javed Iqbal has earned national and international acclaim as a credible and authoritative voice in sports journalism.

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The usage of steroids by Pakistani bodybuilders has led to tragic outcomes in the recent past. Some bodybuilders in Pakistan, chasing extreme physiques and competition wins, turned to steroids without proper medical guidance.

The consequences have been dire, with some cases leading to deaths. The pursuit of an ideal body shape through steroids has proven risky, highlighting the need for awareness about the dangers of steroid misuse in bodybuilding.

The focus should be on safe training practices and natural bodybuilding methods to avoid such tragedies.

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