When Legacy Meets Lapse: Has Muay Thai Been Found Out?
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Doping... We're venturing into some controversial territory today, Muay Thai, with its rich legacy, finds itself at a crossroads, and it's time we address it head-on. Inside this episode: How the spirit of Muay Thai is being put to the test The insidious rise of performance enhancers in the world of combat sports The stark reality behind performance enhancing drugs and the dilemma they present Our collective responsibility: Where do we go from here? Further notes and resources at https://heatrick.com/2023/09/01/dope-test-has-muay-thai-been-found-out/
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