Didn’t Josh Hamilton get scratched from a start last season because he had too much Red Bull?

Said the first time he had a monster energy drink right before a game he hit 2 home runs that day. Whether or not that was coincidence, he was hooked from then on. But like the guy in the article states, you’re not going to get the full effect if you’re taking it every day. In fact, I could imagine it could drag your energy down eventually decreasing your productivity.

although i’ve heard that it takes 4 red bulls to reach the banned amount in your blood stream. I’ve never had that confirmed though

and got tickets right next to the Rangers’ bullpen.

After the National Anthem, the relievers got in a circle each with a red bull. One was poured out on the ground…I don’t know why, it looked like they were “pouring a forty” for teammate that was hurt, traded, sent down, or for whatever reason wasn’t there anymore…and then a toast was said and they each chugged their red bull.

Caffeine used to be banned by WADA (world anti-doping agency) but they changed their position a few years ago. It is still banned (beyond certain levels) by the IOC and some other regulatory bodied.

I’m a fairly serious cyclist and I swear by it. Not so much for the stimulant effect, but for its ability to allow you to start burning fat for energy sooner in your workout.