Fitness and Sex
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Posted:Jul 21, 2018 9:07 pm
Last Updated:Jul 27, 2018 1:56 am
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Let’s begin by talking about the release of endorphins, which are feel good chemicals that are an immediate byproduct of proper physical activity. Endorphins are endogenous opioid (yes OPIATES!) inhibitory neuropeptides. They are produced by the central nervous system and pituitary gland. Endorphins are naturally produced in higher amounts during activity and they are responsible for the zen-like, euphoric calm that follows a good workout. These are the same chemicals that are released during sex! As a matter of fact, you get a HUGE release of endorphins when you climax. More endorphins equals more euphoria. Exercise is very similar to sex in this fundamental way and endorphins are huge chemical “turn ons” that all of our bodies produce more of when we are active.
Exercise also increases short AND long-term circulation. Good circulation is critical for good sex since it is blood that flows to the parts of our body that become aroused. Viagra and other erectile enhancing drugs work by enhancing circulation. Viagra is what is called a PDE-5 inhibitor that blocks an enzyme that degrades a VERY important circulation chemical called nitric oxide. Nitric oxide is a potent vasodilator. In other words, it acts to “open” and “relax” blood vessels to allow for better blood flow. Exercise does the same thing but in a different way. Rather than blocking PDE-5 activity, exercise simply increases the amount of nitric oxide in your blood. In reality, exercise is a natural Viagra…without all the dangerous side-effects.
Being fit and feeling good also improves self-confidence! Even small visible and positive changes in our body reinforce that we are improving and that our hard work is creating our desired result! You don’t have to be a ripped fitness model either…even a 5 lbs fat loss changes how we feel about ourselves. Attitude is a HUGE part of libido and as your body changes so does your attitude towards yourself. Feeling great is a precursor to feeling sexy. Exercise equals more self-confidence which equates to a higher sex drive.
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