24 | PEDs, Politics & Integrity: Unpacking the Ethics of Modern Bodybuilding
Description
In this bold and thought-provoking episode of the HourGlass Podcast, Tim and Kareen explore one of the most controversial conversations in the fitness industry: the ethics and impact of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in bodybuilding and bikini competitions.
From the blurred lines of what defines a "drug" to the growing influence of cosmetic enhancements and untested federations, they break down:
đ The ethics behind PED use and coaching integrity
đ§ How gossip and judgment distort the bodybuilding community
đ Where natural competition ends â and enhancement begins
đŁïž Vulnerability, trust, and selflessness in coach-client relationships
đ Why Sam Sulek's rise matters â and what it represents
Whether you're a bikini athlete, coach, or fan of competitive fitness, this episode challenges you to think deeper about the politics, personal choices, and standards shaping the modern bodybuilding scene.
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