The Power of Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs) Today we will focus on a topic that is yet to be discussed on the Bikini Diaries podcast - PEDs, and in particular, SARMs. If these acronyms sound new to you, PED stands for Performance Enhancing Drugs and SARMs stands for Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators. Without getting too technical on these terms, the purpose of using performance-enhancing drugs is to help shed fat and build muscle faster than you would naturally. The use of performance-enhancing drugs in the bodybuilding world is increasingly on the rise, and many athletes opt to use them for various reasons. Before engaging in any of these drugs, it's important to take time and research about the potential health risks and benefits. If the risks outweigh the benefits, the benefits may not be worth the risk. You will agree with me that nothing better than hearing from someone with firsthand experience with using these enhancements. That's why Hana DeVore is in the house to help us understand these terms better as well as share her experience using them. Hana DeVore is a skilled coach, athlete, and IFBB Bikini Pro. She currently works as an E-commerce Marketing Manager at Rich Products Corporation. Hana earned her Pro Card at the NPC National Championship in 2015. Before taking a hiatus from the sport in 2016, she had successfully competed for two and a half years. The accomplished Bikini Pro is set to make her comeback in October 19 at the San Antonio Classic. Hana's short term goal for the sport is to place 1st while her ultimate goal is to compete in the Olympia. In this episode, we will discuss in-depth about PEDs, performance enhancement drugs. In particular, we will be talking about SARMs. Hana will help us understand what PEDs are, what effects they can have on your body, and her experience with using them. She will also be answering some of your questions regarding PEDs. Additionally, she will shares with us her story about why she took a three-year hiatus from the stage.   Takeaways The more you do it, the more you do it Surround yourself with the right people Do your research before using PED Always consult your doctor when not sure Have your coach explain everything - including the good and the bad You're not indebted to your coach, ask them questions Work with what works best for you Always listen to your body When you think that something's a little bit off, investigate it   Important Questions [00:03:15] How many years have you been competing? [00:03:31] When and where did you get your pro card? [00:06:25] Why do you compete? [00:14:49] What made you decide to take a break? [00:27:01] How many years did you compete naturally? [00:31:19] What exactly is Ostarine and what is it normally used for in the bodybuilding space? [00:34:17] What is Anavar and what is it used for? [00:35:31] What were some of the side effects that you experienced? [00:45:46] What percentage of girls do you think is using some kind of performance enhancements? [00:48:17] When girls are taking PEDs, is there differences in their voice, body hair, mood swings? [00:50:36] When you're on the Mirena or IUD, does that have any effect on the effectiveness of PED? [00:52:41] Did you ever feel a difference when you were in the gym? [00:53:18] Were you ever afraid of the risks before you started trying PED? [00:55:43] What advice would you give to the athletes being told by their coaches to use them? [00:58:45] As far as everything you've heard about PEDs and SARMs, is there any of them you would say are safe? [01:03:38] What exactly are your goals in the sport? [01:10:42] What piece of advice would you give to someone wanting to become a professional sport?   Instagram: @hana_devore   LetsGetChecked trylgc.com/bikini use code Bikin20 for 20% off your test!   ----->Head HERE for your FREEBIES, coupon codes, and other links! https://vibe-athletics.mykajabi.com/links