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GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs: Athletes May Lose More Than Weight
sports1 day ago

GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs: Athletes May Lose More Than Weight

Athletes using GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may shed pounds but can see negative effects on performance, including higher resting heart rate and lower HRV; early research suggests fat loss must be balanced with preserved muscle, adequate nutrition, and training, because appetite suppression can trigger energy deficiency (RED-S). The author recommends structured meals, pre-workout fueling, a rough 3:1 carb-to-protein intake, and checking vitamin D and B12 levels, with wearables guiding adjustments. Long-term effects are still unknown, and athletes are helping to build the data.

via Men's Health|
#athletes#glp-1#hrv
Olympic Legend Bode Miller Arrested on Drug Charges in Idaho
crime-and-justice16 days ago

Olympic Legend Bode Miller Arrested on Drug Charges in Idaho

Former six-time Olympic medalist Bode Miller was arrested in Idaho on misdemeanor charges of possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. He posted a $5,000 bond, pleaded not guilty, and is due back July 29 for a pretrial hearing; the specific substance has not been disclosed. The arrest comes three days before the eighth anniversary of his daughter Emmy’s death, a tragedy the Miller family has publicly discussed while advocating drowning prevention.

via The Daily Beast|
#athletes#bode-miller#crime-and-justice
IOC launches $10K-per-Games grant to back Olympians' careers
sports16 days ago

IOC launches $10K-per-Games grant to back Olympians' careers

The International Olympic Committee unveiled the Fit for the Future Olympian grant, offering $10,000 for each Olympic Games an athlete competes in (funded from a $140 million-per-Games pool), with about 14,000 eligible athletes. Grants are distributed through National Olympic Committees, do not decrease existing IOC support, and require athletes to hold Olympic accreditation and meet anti-doping/ethics standards; Youth Olympic Games participants are ineligible. Applications for 2026 Olympians open later this year, with first payments in 2027. The move is part of broader IOC reforms, alongside charter updates and discipline-level evaluation for Brisbane 2032.

via BBC|
#athletes#funding#grant
World Cup 2026 Faces Rising Heat Risk
culture1 month ago

World Cup 2026 Faces Rising Heat Risk

Researchers from Imperial College London warn climate change could push up to five matches of the 2026 World Cup in the US/Mexico/Canada into unsafe heat (WBGT around 28°C), roughly doubling the risk seen in 1994. FIFA currently considers postponements at 32°C, while FIFPRO recommends 28°C. The study highlights risks to players’ cardiovascular strain and fatigue, advocates longer hydration and cooling breaks, and suggests cooling strategies in stadiums. It also notes fans’ safety concerns and calls for broader climate-minded changes, including sponsorship and scheduling adjustments, as the final’s heat risk could become a reality if warming continues.

via vox.com|
#athletes#climate#culture
Murphy warns against sweeping college-sports bill on NIL and TV rights
politics1 month ago

Murphy warns against sweeping college-sports bill on NIL and TV rights

A bipartisan push in the Senate backs a college athletics bill to protect name, image and likeness earnings and maintain the current revenue framework, while curbing predatory NIL and recruiting deals; Sen. Murphy criticizes the measure as overly micromanaging college sports through TV rights, transfers, and NFL eligibility rules, casting doubt on its fit for athletes and whether it can clear the 60-vote threshold.

via Semafor|
#athletes#college-sports#legislation
Doping for Dollars: The Las Vegas Enhanced Games
sports1 month ago

Doping for Dollars: The Las Vegas Enhanced Games

The inaugural Enhanced Games in Las Vegas offered six-figure salaries and up to $1 million for a world record to athletes who used performance-enhancing drugs, with 42 sign-ups and 38 choosing PEDs. A two-month medical trial tracked effects (34 participants: 91% used testosterone, 79% HGH, 62% stimulants, 41% EPO). Backed by high-profile investors and champions of transparency, the event sparked fierce criticism from IOC/WADA who warn of health risks and undermining fair play, while delivering big payouts and rapid records—highlighted by swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev earning about $1.5 million—raising questions about the future of sport.

via NBC News|
#athletes#doping#enhanced-games
PEDs Welcome: The One-Day Las Vegas Event That Challenges Clean-Sport Norms
sports1 month ago

PEDs Welcome: The One-Day Las Vegas Event That Challenges Clean-Sport Norms

A one-day Las Vegas competition called the Enhanced Games allows supervised use of performance-enhancing drugs, pulling in 42 athletes (including Olympians) with a 12-week PED trial in Abu Dhabi where 36 participated and 34 used PEDs. The event offers a $25 million prize pool, including $250,000 per event and a $1 million bonus for world-records, prompting sharp condemnation from WADA/IOC while backers argue it creates a level playing field and bigger financial incentives for athletes.

via NBC News|
#athletes#doping#enhanced-games
NHL Follow Tracker turns who players follow into public scrutiny
technology3 months ago

NHL Follow Tracker turns who players follow into public scrutiny

A viral X account, NHL Follow Tracker, exposes which NHL players follow or unfollow on Instagram, turning private online activity into public drama after Olen Zellweger’s post. Turkish MBA student Fuat Aras built a bot to monitor hundreds of player accounts and launched a paid app, prompting teams to consider social-media education and players to rethink their online presence as privacy concerns grow.

via The New York Times|
#athletes#data-tracking#nhl
Snack Smart: 10 Easy High-Protein Picks for Athletes on the Go
wellness3 months ago

Snack Smart: 10 Easy High-Protein Picks for Athletes on the Go

GQ outlines 10 ready-to-eat, high-protein snacks (from salmon jerky to tuna with avocado) and explains protein targets for active people (about 0.8 g/kg minimum, up to 1.2–2.0 g/kg for regular or intense activity). It emphasizes variety, fiber, and balanced meals, plus timing around workouts or between meals to close the protein gap without turning snacks into meals.

via GQ|
#athletes#dietitians#high-protein
Most of the U.S. Olympic hockey team to attend the State of the Union after gold win
sports4 months ago

Most of the U.S. Olympic hockey team to attend the State of the Union after gold win

Twenty of the 25 members of the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team will attend Tuesday’s State of the Union in Washington after being invited by President Trump following their gold-medal victory, with some players opting out due to upcoming games or personal schedules. Others, including Jake Oettinger and Kyle Connor, will not attend or have limited involvement, and several players are already traveling or preparing with their NHL teams. The White House visit followed a celebratory trip, and attendance decisions are being made on a per-player basis.

via The New York Times|
#athletes#donald-trump#olympic-hockey