The Effects of Pregame Sex on Athletic Performance in the NBA
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Authors
Miller, Clark H.
Issue Date
2011
Type
Thesis
Language
en
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Abstract
From anecdotal evidence, it appears that athletes and coaches still hold on to the idea that having sex before a sports competition can negatively affect performance. Past research has not examined this with professional athletes. The purpose of this research was to examine professional NBA players' responses to society and coaches opinions on whether or not they believed that having pregame sex had an effect on their performance, and whether or not that effect was positive or negative. A qualitative questionnaire was handed out to 9 current and 1 retired NBA players who ranged in age from 24 to 60. The questionnaire used in this study had six questions, and was then analyzed using content analysis and frequency data was reported. The results showed that most of the athletes believed that pregame sex had a negative effect on their performance both physically and mentally. Variables like not being able to feel their legs, or their legs being heavy, their work week and being single or married that could also have an effect on the athlete as well and whether or not they would engage in pregame sex. Limitations and ideas for future research should carry out qualitative research to gain a deeper analysis of this topic.