Why specifically are boxers advised to refrain from any sexual activity while training for a fight?

SOTHC

It puts their sparring partners off. Apr 29 05, 1:50 PM

Flynn_17

Because they might fall below their assigned weight class. Apr 29 05, 2:57 PM

lanfranco

Oh, honestly, guys. Many athletic coaches have traditionally frowned on sexual activity before an important contest. The idea is to avoid diminishing one's energy and aggressions. The notion that sex could do this is a myth. As I recall, Bob Beamon made his great record-setting jump at the Olympics after having had an "encounter" the night before, and he was convinced that he'd ruined his chances. Obviously, he had not. This site discusses the subject: http://www.ampsc.com/~grussell/secrets/chapters/tonight.htm Apr 29 05, 3:57 PM

Flem-ish

As to the sex before sport issue, the idea that letting steam off shortly before an event, might be harmful is contested already by such authorities as the Roman author Pliny. See http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=38855 Apr 29 05, 7:44 PM