Uso de esteroides anabolizantes por frequentadores de academias: motivos e perspectivas

Abstract

This dissertation dealt with the subject of the relation of the use of anabolics and aging. Currently people want a perfect body, for that they attend academies and use anabolics, which is a concern of health professionals. To do so, we performed a research of an applied nature, whose objective is exploratory, with a qualitative approach, with attendees of the fitness centers of Maringá-Pr. Data collection was done through open interviews and analysis of the data through the analysis of thematic content. The results of this research showed that the academy plays a fundamental role in the lives of individuals, whether for aesthetics, for making friends, for leisure, for relaxation. After, it becomes a relationship environment, that is, we can perceive the migration from the aesthetic (physical) dimension to the subjective dimension (well-being) in the practice of physical activity in the academies. In relation to the aging process, we found that many of the interviewees do not project future expectations due to the lack of knowledge about the care needed for quality aging. As for anabolic steroids, we identified that the internet is the main source of information, and that the greater demand is due to the search for quick results, even if they show concern, they do not stop using, despite the harm that steroids can cause, Prolonged use, or by improper form; Many do not relate the current care to the prejudices and the consequences in the third age.