Flashcards on Sports and Games: Benefits, Categories, and Ethics
Sports and Games: Benefits, Categories, and Ethics for Students
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Card 1
Question: What psychological state do extreme athletes often describe that involves total concentration and disappearance of everything else?
Answer: The state of "flow" — a feeling of total concentration where everything else disappears.
Card 2
Question: Besides the psychological appeal, what practical requirements do extreme sports demand?
Answer: Rigorous training, expensive specialized equipment, and a high level of mental resilience to manage life-threatening risks.
Card 3
Question: What is doping in sports?
Answer: The use of prohibited substances or methods to unfairly improve athletic performance.
Card 4
Question: Name three common substances or types of PEDs mentioned.
Answer: Anabolic steroids, stimulants, and EPO (erythropoietin).
Card 5
Question: What is the primary use of anabolic steroids in sports?
Answer: To build muscle mass and increase strength rapidly.
Card 6
Question: Why are stimulants used by some athletes?
Answer: To reduce fatigue and increase alertness or heart rate.
Card 7
Question: For what purpose is EPO used in endurance sports?
Answer: To increase production of red blood cells so the blood can carry more oxygen.
Card 8
Question: List some health risks associated with doping.
Answer: Permanent liver damage, heart problems, strokes, severe hormonal imbalances, and in some cases premature death.
Card 9
Question: What organization conducts regular and random drug testing to fight doping?
Answer: WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency).
Card 10
Question: What consequences can athletes face if they test positive for banned substances?
Answer: Disqualification, stripping of medals, and often a lifetime ban.