Is Coffee the New Sports Drink?

BY ESTHER CRAIN

Certain beverages have star reps as pre- and post-workout drinks, like flavored fitness water, regular H₂O, and even chocolate milk. Now add a cup of coffee to the list. A new study published in the journal PLOS ONE found that contrary to what nutritionists have long thought, coffee does not dehydrate you.

Sex and Sports: A Better Combo Than You Think

By Laura Schwecherl for Greatist.com

Muhammad Ali always abstained before hitting the ring. Even Plato said Olympic athletes should avoid sex before competition. But science suggests doing the deed won’t actually zap all that energy or be a distraction during the kick-off. In fact, an orgasm may help combat muscle pain for ladies, while a testosterone boost could even help build strength for men. (As if the act itself wasn’t reason to take part!)