Its common knowledge that exercise is very good for our health. But did you know that hitting the gym could also help you have better sex?
“Working out three to four times a week can do a lot to help your
sexual technique, flexibility, and endurance,” So what types of exercise are best for better sex? A trained exercise physiologist from University of Port Harcourt College of health sciences recommends the following five “sex exercises.”
Better Sex Exercise No. 1: Weight Lifting
Strength training could be just what the doctor ordered for your
sex life. The reason: “Weight lifting causes the body to produce
testosterone, which is the primary precursor for the male sex drive,” lifting enough to feel fatigue by the 10th
repetition. In fact, some studies have linked short intense exercise,
such as weight lifting, with increased testosterone levels. To improve
your sex life, do some push-ups, sit-ups, and crunches. These
muscle-building exercises can help lead to better sex by strengthening
the shoulders, chest, and abs. Strong upper body strength can increase
stamina since these muscles are used during intercourse.
Better Sex Exercise No. 2: Kegels
Doing Kegels is considered a good sex exercise for men because
these exercises can help endurance and control by toning the
pubococcygeus (PC) muscles — the ones that let you stop the flow of
urine mid-stream. Named after Los Angeles physician Arnold Kegel, they
strengthen the muscles in your body’s pelvic floor, which can lead to
better sex. “Men can use Kegels to delay ejaculation by contracting
these muscles just before orgasm,” . To do Kegels, start by
interrupting the flow of urine when going to the bathroom to get
familiar with your PC muscles. After that, you can do Kegels anytime and
any place by squeezing the PC muscles. Hold for 10 seconds, relax, and
do as many reps as you can before tiring.
Better Sex Exercise No. 3: Yoga
Want to shake up your sex life with some new positions? Practicing yoga
will give you better sex by allowing your body to get into creative
positions for maximum pleasure during intercourse. “Yoga will help your
flexibility,” which can result in better sex. Some experts
say it can also improve your stamina in the sack by drawing your energy
in and up. McCall recommends yoga poses that improve pelvic muscles,
such as the Bow Pose, Peacock Pose (also called the Forearm or Elbow
Balance), and Shoulder Stand.
Better Sex Exercise No. 4: Fast Walking
In a study of 31,000 men over age 50, Harvard researchers found that aerobic exercise resulted in a 30-percent lower risk of erectile dysfunction
(ED). More specifically, according to another study, aerobic activity
that burns at least 200 calories per day (equal to fast walking for two
miles) can significantly lower the risk of ED. Brisk walking is thought
to help ED by improving circulation and blood flow. “Fast walking,
running, and other aerobic activities help your sex life for the same
reason that they prevent heart attacks,”. “They keep your
blood vessels clear.” The result can be stronger and longer erections.
Vigorous activities, such as running and brisk walking, also release
endorphins and relax you, which can boost sexual performance.
Better Sex Exercise No. 5: Swimming
In another Harvard study of 160 male and female swimmers, swimmers
in their 60s reported sex lives comparable to those in their 40s. Since
sexual activity can be an act of endurance, long-distance swimming can
keep you going and going like the Energizer bunny. “Swimming for at
least 30 minutes three times a week will increase sexual endurance,”. Swimming is also a great activity for weight loss, which
can also lead to better sex. A randomized, single-blind study of 110
obese men with ED found that losing just 10 percent of their body weight
improved sexual function in one third of the men. And it’s no secret
that losing excess body fat will help attain those six-pack abs and make
you more attractive to potential partners. The result: better sex!
Try doing some (or all) of the above workouts to improve your
sexual technique, endurance, and flexibility. Your mate will be
impressed with your sexual powers and, as a side benefit, you’ll get
healthier and fitter along the way.
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