mechanical doping

Mechanical doping involves the use of hidden technological devices to give athletes an unfair advantage. This can include small motors concealed in equipment, such as bicycles, to provide extra power. In cycling, tiny electric motors can be hidden within the bike frame, activated by control systems to help the rider go faster with less effort.1

Another form of mechanical doping, sometimes referred to as "techno-doping," involves specially designed equipment like shoes. For example, certain running shoes with carbon fiber plates and foam have been banned from Olympic competition because they can potentially increase stride length and speed without requiring more energy from the runner. The debate around techno-doping centers on whether such technological advancements enhance athletic achievement or detract from the accomplishment of the human body.12