Caffeine May Lessen Exercisers' Muscle Pain, University of Illinois Study Published: Apr 08, 2009 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A couple cups of coffee before a tough workout may lower the chances of sore muscles later on, a small study suggests. Related links Reuters This will open in a new window WebMD This will open in a new window Daily Mail UK This will open in a new window Email this Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit Back to news