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Originally Posted by hvf522
Does Nicotine (smoking, dip, chew, etc) affect bodybuilders?
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Absolutely and this is coming from a smoker of 50+ years. There is an element that is needed for maximum workouts and muscle growth called oxygen. This minor element is cut short by smoking. Yes smoking can help keep fat down but it also do to a lack of oxygen cuts down on strength, endurance and puts toxins into the body that can be pumped into the muscle inhibiting growth.
There are ways to off set some of the negatives but the best choice is never start smoking followed by stop smoking.