How about I start with this?
'lack of exercise can be a factor in sexual dysfunction.'
Although there’s still a stigma around the topic, we should all be dealing with it as part of our overall health and well-being. Without a doubt. The sooner we realise this, the better! Let's face it, sex is a critical part of being human, and its significance is not just to procreate. Quality sexual activity has a major impact on your mental and emotional health, your quality of life and the strength of your intimate relationships. Beside, a series of studies backs this up, indicating sex and affectionate touch are critical for multiple aspects of well-being, such as feeling understood, cared for and be accepted.
But what really happens to our body and mind when we exercise regularly? Let's have a look.
1. You (without a doubt) become more confident
Once you establish a routine exercise regimen, you feel fitter and leaner, trust me. This, in turn, improves self-esteem in first place. Beside, to me, nothing is sexier than 'self confidence,' right?
2. Your body circulation gets a boost
All aerobic and anaerobic exercises increase your circulation, or blood flow, and helps ensure a healthy circulatory system. And (we all know by now, that) a strong, smooth blood flow is key for arousal ;) Oh yes. In men, it aids in erections, and in women, it’s instrumental in vaginal lubrication and clitoral sensation. No doubt ;).
3. Your endurance increases
When you’re working out regularly, you develop more endurance. And this is important for your sexual health, because having sex is in itself a workout too ;) (beside, studies have shown that half-hour of sexual activity can burn 125 calories for men and nearly 100 for women, similar to walking at a 3 mile-per-hour pace). Not bad ha?
4. Your stress levels decrease
Being stressed, anxious or depressed can dampen your libido (no shit, it's true). Depression in particular is often related to problems with sexual functioning, and the more severe the depression, the worse the problems. And this is especially true when it comes to sexual desire and satisfaction. Start working on yourself!! To me, luckily, exercise is great at combating stress, anxiety and depression, which can translate into a revived sex drive. (beware, antidepressants are also notorious for negatively affecting your libido). So my advise is - start exercising, lower your dosage or scrap them altogether. All you need is to sort out and pull your 'shit' together. The sooner the better!! No excuse here.
5. Your overall health will improve
Adopt a regular exercise program, and your general health will improve, trust me!! Working out will also help you stave off serious conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes, which sometimes require medications that inhibit arousal. These two medical conditions also can damage the tiny arteries in the penis, resulting in erectile dysfunction. In fact, erectile dysfunction is often one of the first noticeable side effects of high blood pressure and diabetes.
6. But how much exercise is necessary to improve your sexual health?
It all depends on the person, so it’s best to check with your physician. But, I'd say periods of exercise, such as regular brisk walks, can improve your sexual well-being too. However, you do have to be careful not to overdo it, though. Learn your body's needs and start somewhere!! To me, strength training is definitely the winner above all!
So, if you still aren’t convinced, it’s time to grab your trainers and start moving. Just don't pity yourself, we are in the same boat now, so 'use it or lose it', ok? ;)
And remember, your pelvic organs are like any other body part. If you're not going to use them, then you’ll lose the function. It's as simple as that.
Believe in the process of becoming a better and stronger version of yourself. And watch the benefits coming - day by day ;)
Until next time, S.
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