Here’s a sex-related debate that could rival the intensity of clitoral vs. vaginal orgasm debate: sex effect on an athlete’s performance. On this Irish Times article, the myth of sexual intercourse’s negative effect on an athlete’s competitive edge and aggression.
Based on the current available evidence it appears that the notion that sexual intercourse somehow impairs athletic performance and that abstinence leads to sexual frustration and heightened aggression appears to be a popular myth. The bottom line is that in preparation for competition, athletes should try to maintain their normal routine and practices.
If this involves sexual intercourse, so long as normal sleep patterns are not disrupted and sleep quality is maintained, then it may well help relax the athlete. In contrast, if an athlete believes that sex will impair performance then it is probably best avoided. At the end of the day it boils down to personal preferences. Read more.
If an athlete sticks with the basics and does not strain himself or herself too much during sex, there’s no way that sex will affect his performance on the field. One thing’s for sure, if the athlete believes that sex will affect his ‘winning edge’ he should just wait until his match is over before going for it with his wife or girlfriend. Putting the blame on someone or some activity when you don’t win a competition is not a good thing.
