There was a time when people became strong from shoveling snow, hefting hay bales or wielding pick-axes in the mines, not from Nautilus machines, or
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When did Steroids become illegal in the United States?
Note: This article is about the legal history of Anabolic Steroids in the United States and not an endorsement or discussion about steroids and performance. There
Drug-taking in Ancient Times
Performance enhancing drugs seem to become more problematic every year. Athletes are getting bigger, stronger and faster. Spectators are getting curious, suspicious and concerned. Performance
Guest Post: How Has the Olympics Changed Over Time?
Image source: The first Olympics, inspired by the Olympian Gods, was held in Greece in 776 BC. Centuries on, the game has been carried from
Guest Post: A Brief History Lesson: Trophies and Awards
Today, awards and trophies are a huge business. No matter if they are being lifted above winners’ heads after a grueling sporting match or if
Guest Post: Women’s Sport History
Historically, people idealized woman’s femininity and frailty, frowning on female participation in sports that threatened to destroy those coveted qualities. However, in spite of