It is important that all athletes know and understand what medication they are taking, and what this means in terms of banned substances and performance enhancing products. Unfortunately, ignorance is not an excuse, and a violation could lead to a four year ban from ALL sports.
UKAD is a government organisation responsible for testing athletes for banned drugs, banning athletes who have tested positive for banned drugs and providing education to prevent drug use in sport
Please visit the UKAD website for further information. In addition, the Global Dro website is also a great help in terms of understanding medications.
Strict Liability means that it’s your body and your Responsibility. Whatever you put in to your body is down to you. If someone gives you advice make sure that it’s the right advice.
Prohibited List is updated by World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) every year and this is published on January 1st . The Prohibited List identifies the substances and methods prohibited in and out of competition, and sports
Remember – All athletes are 100% responsible for what is in their body.