Bigger, Stronger, Faster

Bigger, Stronger, Faster is an unbiased look at the rampant use of anabolic steroids, human growth hormone, and performance enhancing drugs in our society.







Three brothers, all admitted steroids users, examine just how rampant the usage is. The amazing thing about this documentary is that it was done from a very even perspective. I felt that there was no real slant on weather or not they should be acceptable. It laid out the facts and let you decide.

I was taken aback by how many people, doctors included, find the use of steroids to be acceptable in moderation. Have we as a society overblown this topic? US fighter pilots are required to take amphetamines before flying a mission. Musicians take beta blockers so that they can lose their fear of performing, students take prescriptions to help them concentrate. Aren't these all performance enhancers?

Baseball has been at the forefront. We are enthralled about digging up the past. Testing is in place, and very few are testing positive. More than a few football players have tested positive and admitted to use. Yet we hear very little. Should we as fans care at all?

I ask every one of you, if you could take something that you felt was safe, and it would help make you millions of dollars at your profession, would you take it? Be honest with yourself.

This is an interesting debate, but this is also a very well done documentary. Anyone with an interest in sports, or just an interest in the topic should watch this. Fascinating stuff.

Oh, and from someone that grew up in the 80's, you will love the WWF flashbacks. It definitely reminded me of my childhood.