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Exercises for Better Sex

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By Hannah Rice Myers
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The benefits of exercise when it comes to sex are numerous. It can increase blood flow to both the penis and vagina, resulting in increased libido; it releases the hormones necessary for sexual arousal; and physical fitness not only improves your flexibility and stamina, it may also improve your confidence in the bedroom.

    Push-Ups

  1. Doing push ups is beneficial for both men and women, depending who is in control during intercourse. Push ups provide the upper-body strength needed to hold yourself up while in the missionary position, and for men, they provide strength if you choose to pick your mate up and engage in intercourse while standing.

    To get the most out of push ups, align your body so hands are parallel with your shoulders. Push up with your hands so your arms are straight and both your chest and knees are off the ground. Slowly lower your body to the ground, keeping it straight and maintaining control. Repeat this process 10 to 20 times, or until they become difficult.
  2. Perform Kegels

  3. Kegel exercises ("Kegels" in popular parlance) are good for both men and women. They enable greater control over ejaculation for men, and control over vaginal muscles for women. Kegels also help you obtain greater sexual satisfaction by tightening your sexual muscles. Kegels involve exercising the muscles you use to prevent yourself from urinating midstream. You begin by tightening these muscles, holding them tight for 15 to 20 seconds, then relaxing them. To receive the greatest benefit, repeat this 10 times, and perform this exercise three or more times a day. The more you perform Kegels, the better the result.
  4. Pelvic Thrusts

  5. Pelvic thrusts strengthen the muscles in the pelvic area, allowing you to thrust upward more easily during sexual intercourse. They may also have an impact on sexual arousal.

    Lie on your back with your hands at your sides, your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Raise your bottom off the floor, pushing it upward toward the ceiling until your body forms a straight line from your shoulders to your knees. Hold the pose for one to two seconds, then slowly lower your back to the floor. Perform as many pelvic thrusts as you can, pause for 15 seconds, then repeat.

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