Weighing Integrity: The Shadow of Performance-Enhancing Drugs in MMA

This chapter explores the intense pressures fighters face during weigh-ins, focusing on personal experiences and societal perceptions related to performance-enhancing substances. The speakers candidly discuss the realities of drug use in mixed martial arts, including training experiences abroad and the unethical behaviors surrounding regulatory evasion. They also share anecdotes about the impact of these issues on athletes' careers and the complexities of maintaining integrity in the sport.