How USADA Tests for Cheaters in the UFC - MMA Science Explained

The fight against PEDs is a tale as old as time when it comes to sports, and the UFC is no exception. Back in the day steroids ran rampant and unchecked but in the mid 2010s USADA came into play, putting an end to the blatant cheating. That's not to say PED use is non-existent, but it's definitely hard to slip through the cracks, and testers are constantly developing newer and better methods to keep it from happening. In this video we go over some of the key ways USADA goes about catching cheaters in the UFC.
Disclaimer: All mentions of steroids are for educational purposes only!
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