The Kimberley Schools Schools Debating League • The National Debating League

Pre-released Motion #1:

Athletes should not be allowed to use Ozempic (or similar drugs)

Could a drug designed for weight loss help athletes perform better?: GLP-1 weight-loss drugs can reduce weight and improve health, but could they also boost athletic performance? Scientists say the evidence is unclear, but there is a growing debate around whether they could be considered performance enhancing.
What parents need to know about GLP-1 medications for young athletes: Unfortunately, the pressure to be thin, especially for young women, is still a problem, and athletes in particular may be susceptible to pressure to lose weight for both aesthetic and sport performance reasons.
Ozempic Can Cause Major Loss of Muscle Mass and Reduce Bone Density: Rapid weight loss from taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy can cause a decrease in muscle mass, lessen bone density, and lower your resting metabolic rate, leading to sarcopenia.