Authors: Emily Shears, B.Pharm, Grad. Dip ExSc, M.Ed, and Jessica Beal-Stahl, PharmD Athletes often focus on training, nutrition, and coaching to improve performance and recovery. Yet one critical piece is frequently overlooked: medications and supplements. This matters because the data is clear. Athletes frequently use certain medication classes at higher rates than their non-athletic counterparts , often without adequate oversight.  Studies show that up to 75% of athletes u

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