Alla Shishkina is insistent that sex can provide “explosive power” after she “relied on the research of doctors.” The 32-year-old Russian secured a third Olympic gold medal after competing in her team’s synchronised swimming at Tokyo 2020.
Shishkina, who previously won gold medals representing her country at the 2012 Summer Olympics and 2016 Summer Olympics, admitted that she “consulted” with the team doctor about the impact sex could have on her performance.
Shishkina told Russian newspaper Sport Express: “I relied on the research of doctors and consulted with Denis, our doctor.
“The scientific community says that if you need explosive power, you have to have sex.
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“And if there is long, cyclical work ahead, then probably not. But there are still nuances for each organism and you need to listen to yourself first. If you feel that sex helps, then go ahead.”
She also claimed that having sex without orgasm before a competition can benefit those who need “muscle strength.”
“Sex without orgasm before the competition is suitable for those who need muscle strength to achieve the best results.
“Testosterone is also responsible for so-called ‘sports anger’ and ‘aggression.’ If you feel that this attitude helps you perform better, then refrain from sex.”
She also dismissed the idea that large breasts can help a woman stay afloat, but she insisted that it is “harder” to train with them.
“Contrary to the myth that breasts help keep you afloat, the opposite is true. Training with large breasts is harder,” she said.
