Swearing Boosts Workout Performance

Swearing Boosts Workout Performance

Update: 2025-12-19
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New study reveals that swearing can enhance physical performance. Researchers from Keele University and the University of Alabama found that using a swear word can help individuals push past their limits during workouts, as it aids in focusing, releasing inhibitions, and improving overall performance. Participants in the study held their body weight for longer periods when using a swear word compared to a neutral word, suggesting that swearing can help break through self-imposed restraints and foster a more positive psychological state.

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Swearing Boosts Workout Performance

Swearing Boosts Workout Performance