According to a 2017 PubMed study, men who regularly participate in intense endurance training for long periods of time may experience a decrease in libido. Clinicians who treat men for sexual disorders or counsel couples on infertility issues may want to consider the amount of endurance training a man does as a potential factor.
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Endurance Exercise Training and Male Sexual Libido - PubMed
Conclusion: Exposure to higher levels of chronic intense and greater durations of enduranc...
However, other research suggests that regular physical activity can increase libido in both men and women, regardless of the type of exercise. For example, physical fitness can improve circulation, which can increase blood flow and sexual arousal. Exercise can also release endorphins, which can increase energy and improve mood, which may lead to a desire for sex.
Some exercises that may specifically benefit sexual health include:
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KegelsThese pelvic floor exercises can help men prevent premature ejaculation and increase sexual stamina.
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SwimmingSwimming for at least 30 minutes, three times a week, can help build sexual endurance.
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Resistance trainingExercises like weight lifting can increase testosterone levels, which can improve sexual desire and performance.
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Core exercisesExercises like planks and crunches can help build strength, balance, and stamina.
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