Not sure why, but I been thinking... Is there an existing "Code of Conduct" (for lack of a better name) for IFBB athletes? Seems to me it would be a solution to at least some of the issues that plague or reflect poorly on the "sport". Encouraging or requiring athletes and judges to behave in a manner that is in fact "Professional". I understand that everyone has a different idea of what constitutes morality/professionalism...some might even argue that bodybuilding in and off itself is the antithesis of the aforementioned terms. We could start with some broad generalities
- recreational drug use or abuse = suspension or fine
- drug trafficking = suspension
- Spouse abuse = fine
- Pornography of anykind = fine or suspension
- G4P = suspension or fine
- Etc.
Holding "athletes"/representatives accountable for their actions by directly impacting their ability to compete or make money in the sport seems like a relatively easy solution to problems that are driving bodybuilding into an early grave. I have only seen fines/suspensions imposed in recent years when it comes to contract violations or participating in a competitive federation's event in some capacity.
I dont know....call me crazy...just seems to make sense to me.
Thoughts?
JD
