Yes. Alcohol can increase energy expenditure, speed recovery time, and reduce soreness.
Additionally, alcohol can increase insulin sensitivity and make it easier to absorb glucose.
Dehydration can result from alcohol, which can affect your metabolism. It can also decrease testosterone production, which can affect muscle-building ability.
Women shouldn't consume alcohol before exercising. Women who drink heavily should wait at least 24 hours between drinking and working out.
Breastfeeding women should stay away from alcohol.
Men should limit their alcohol intake to just one drink each day.