Coffee is BAD for Flexibility and Soft-Tissue Injuries
Both the good and the bad about coffee and its affects on health, flexibility, soft tissue injuries and tendonitis rehabilitation.
by Brad Walker | Updated July 31, 2024
And while I offer some basic nutritional advice in a few of my products, I don’t go into a lot of detail. In fact, my nutritional advice can be summed up by the following few points…
But when I started thinking about the inquiries I’ve been getting, I thought to myself… “There’s a bit more to it than that.” And one of the ideas that kept repeating itself inside my head was… Coffee is BAD for both flexibility and soft tissue injuries!
Coffee is disastrous for your health and especially your flexibility. It affects your nervous system, your brain activity and interrupts your normal sleep patterns. It has a dehydrating affect on your body. And not-to-mention it’s highly addictive.
If you want to improve your health, your flexibility, and get rid of those nagging little soft tissue injuries, remove coffee from your diet completely. But don’t just take my word for it. Have a listen to what a few of my favorite authors and presenters have got to say about coffee (both the good and the bad).
Why I Started Drinking Coffee Again After 19 Years Without It – NOT!
Warning: The video below contains the occasional “F” bomb.
Coffee & Espresso Tips from Paul Chek
Research and References
- Gliottoni, R. Meyers, J. Arngrímsson, S. Broglio, S. Motl, R. (2009) Effect of Caffeine on Quadriceps Muscle Pain during Acute Cycling Exercise in Low versus High Caffeine Consumers. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, Volume 19 Issue 2
- Higdon, J. (2005) Coffee. Linus Pauling Institute, Oregon State University
- Patel, K. (2015) The science behind caffeine. examine.com
- McLelland, J. (2017) How Caffeine Affects the Joints. healthfully.com
About the Author: Brad Walker is often referred to as the "Stretch Coach" and has even been called the Stretching Guru. Magazines such as Runners World, Bicycling, Triathlete, Swimming & Fitness, and Triathlon Sports have all featured his work. Amazon (author page) has listed his books on five Best-Seller lists. Google cites over 100,000 references to him and his work on the internet. And satisfied customers from 122 countries have sent 1,000's of verified customer reviews. If you want to know about stretching, flexibility or sports injury management, Brad Walker is the go-to-guy.
Disclaimer: The health and fitness information presented on this website is intended as an educational resource and is not intended as a substitute for proper medical advice. Please consult your physician or physical therapist before performing any of the exercises described on this website, particularly if you are pregnant, elderly or have any chronic or recurring muscle or joint pain.