Uwe Ramspeck

Insulin in Bodybuilding Uwe Ramspeck

Insulin has become an integral part of competitive bodybuilding since the 90s. Of course, there are also athletes who do not or have never used insulin. But that's the genetic exception. It is used without exception short-acting insulin (effective up to 8 hours) or very short-acting insulin (effective 30 min-3 hours), everything else increases the already high risk potential immeasurably. Anyone who begins insulin doping should first buy a blood glucose meter, because it will be a constant companion in the cycle. Any coach who does not recommend and control this should be avoided. Because it's about controlling insulin doping and not about increasing the risk!In any case, an insulin diary must be kept, because it is important to know its values. This insulin diary must also state what and how much carbohydrates were eaten after the injection. All these data are important data for the insulin user as well as for any doctor in an emergency.