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Case Study Apollo CT Rockets Youth Development Programme www.apolloct.com The Apollo Rockets youth development programme is run by Apollo Cycling Team in Lurgan, Northern Ireland. The programme enables young kids to learn essential skills and how they can benefit from the positive aspects of cycle sport. Part of the programme is to educate those involved to the importance of sporting <strong>ethics</strong> and integrity whilst at the same time put smiles on kids faces. Bike Pure are very supportive of such projects simply because they help lay a foundation of sporting <strong>ethics</strong> to young cyclists at a very early age. “With the Rockets we teach all the kids to smile first and win later” Andy McGibbon - Apollo Rockets Co-Ordinator
supplements and their risks “Check the ingredients of all substances - the onus is on you” The number of supplements available worldwide seems to increase daily. This is because supplements are one of the fastest growing industries for sports and fitness in the world. The industry has numerous ads and sponsors many events. It is nearly impossible to get away from them. The whole premise is that the supplements will help make you a better athlete, but it’s often confusing what works and how safe they are to take. Supplements can include a variety of products including vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, protein powders, energy products and much more. Although some supplements can be beneficial to athletes, it is important to remember that many contain products listed on WADA’s banned substance list. Some have the unhealthy side effects previously mentioned. The lines between safe and unsafe supplement use are becoming blurred because the ‘supplement culture’ is so intense. You need to know that companies that make supplements do not need to prove that their products are beneficial or even safe to consume. As is often the case, many ingredients present in products aren’t listed as ingredients on packaging. Regulators have long expressed concerns about dangerous ingredients, including ‘banned’ substances, being in supplements, but they continue to be available within many ‘fitness’ supplements. Are Supplements Harmful? Although some dangerous supplements are banned, each country has different laws. A substance that may be banned in your resident country may be available to purchase legally elsewhere. Be careful when you travel. It is very common for supplements to contain stimulants such as ephedrine, yohimbine and synephrine. These are put into the supplements because they will give you ‘fast’ effects, but they have been linked to very bad side effects including heart seizures and kidney failure. Ultimately, it is your responsibility, so ensure you make the right choice. It is important to remember that a healthy balanced diet is likely to be enough for you to have a successful athletic career. Supplements can be helpful, especially during recovery, but the importance of eating natural unprocessed foods rich in proteins, carbohydrates and the correct forms of fat should be more than sufficient. A simple rule to follow: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT THE INGREDIENTS OR EFFECTS OF SUPPLEMENTS DO NOT TAKE THEM. 23
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