Abstract

Objective

The use of performance and image enhancement drugs (PIEDs) in recreational sport is a common practice and there is a need to develop preventive interventions. The study’s aim was to investigate the acceptability and usability of an online e-learning course and an information app designed to support PIED prevention training activities in professionals working with recreational athletes.

Design

A mixed-method design was used with 51 professionals from Finland, Greece, and Lithuania evaluating the e-learning course through surveys and interviews. Similarly, 19 Greek professionals evaluated the information app.

Main outcome measures

Participants completed surveys and participated in semi-structured interviews measuring both tool's acceptability, usability, and implementation.

Results

Participants commented positively on the value and content of both tools. They reported increased knowledge on PIEDs risks and understanding of motives for PIED use. Also, their competence and confidence in interacting with clients and assisting them to quit increased. The e-learning course was perceived as compatible with existing practices. The main barrier was a lack of time in interacting with clients.

Conclusion

The study provides valuable information on the acceptability and usability of two educational approaches against doping. Anti-doping educational authorities could integrate these tools into their activities to educate fitness instructors about doping.

中文翻译：

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健身专业人士对休闲运动反兴奋剂教育工具的可接受性和可用性的看法

摘要

客观的

在休闲运动中使用性能和图像增强药物 (PIED) 是一种常见的做法，需要制定预防性干预措施。该研究的目的是调查在线电子学习课程和信息应用程序的可接受性和可用性，该课程旨在支持与休闲运动员打交道的专业人员进行 PIED 预防培训活动。

设计

来自芬兰、希腊和立陶宛的 51 名专业人员使用混合方法设计，通过调查和访谈评估电子学习课程。同样，19 名希腊专业人士评估了信息应用程序。

主要观察指标

参与者完成了调查并参与了半结构化访谈，以衡量工具的可接受性、可用性和实施​​情况。

结果

参与者对这两种工具的价值和内容给予了积极评价。他们报告说增加了对 PIED 风险的了解以及对 PIED 使用动机的理解。此外，他们在与客户互动和帮助他们戒烟方面的能力和信心也有所提高。电子学习课程被认为与现有做法兼容。主要障碍是没有时间与客户互动。

结论

该研究提供了有关两种反兴奋剂教育方法的可接受性和可用性的宝贵信息。反兴奋剂教育机构可以将这些工具整合到他们的活动中，以对健身教练进行有关兴奋剂的教育。