Healthy Sex Tips for Men

Healthy Sex Tips for Men

Medically reviewed by University of Illinois-Chicago, College of Medicine on January 9, 2017 — Written by Pamela Rogers, MS, PhD

This article is a repost which originally appeared on HealthLine

Overview

Sex is a mental and physical pursuit that sometimes feels like it should come with an instruction guide. As with anything else, what one man likes could be quite different from what another likes. It can be a challenge to find the right ingredients to a connected and orgasmic sex life.

As a man, it’s important to engage in activities that will maintain your overall health, which plays into your sexual health. Reducing stress, eating right, exercising, and avoiding bad habits like smoking and drinking alcohol in excess can keep you in prime shape. A healthy lifestyle also gives you sexual confidence, which isn’t a bad side effect. When you have the mental side of your sex game in gear, you can focus on the physical side.

Healthy sex “do’s”

Sex doesn’t have to be like the movies to be great. It’s between you and your partner to find out what turns both you and him on and what connects the two of you. Here are some tips to help you take sex to the next level.

Mastering foreplay

When it comes to foreplay, the key “triggers” for people can seem very different. For example, if you ask your partner if he wants to have sex and he quickly says no, you could be asking the right question with the wrong words or body language.

Foreplay is all about the emotion and wanting. It’s important to show that you don’t just want to have sex, but that you want to have sex with your partner, specifically.

Masturbation: misconceptions and realities

Masturbation releases chemicals in your body that relieve stress and just plain make you feel good. A common misconception some people have is if they’re in a relationship, they shouldn’t masturbate. First, it’s important to talk to your partner about how he feels about masturbation and to be clear on what is and isn’t OK. Some couples even try masturbating in front of each other. Not only can this teach you about your partner’s pleasure zones, but it can also demystify the act for your partner.

Other misconceptions that exist about masturbation include that it weakens an erection or that too much can harm your penis. While it’s possible to injure or chafe the skin from masturbation, there usually isn’t any harm in it. The only key difference here is to ask if masturbation gets in the way of daily activities or living your life. If the answer is yes, there could be a deeper connection between masturbation for you that you should talk to your doctor about.

Healthy sex “don’ts”

During the act

Sometimes the most important don’ts when it comes to sex are the simplest to say and the most difficult to grasp. But biology and time-tested knowledge make most of these actions major don’ts when it comes to sex:

  • Rushing through it or acting like it’s a chore. This is especially true if you’re in the driver’s seat giving your partner oral sex or other stimulation. Sex is about enjoyment and taking time.
  • Expecting gratitude or reciprocation. While a lot of times you can expect to give and receive, demanding it is quite a different thing. You shouldn’t expect applause every time you engage in foreplay (even if you didn’t want to or did an especially great job). Do things in the bedroom because you want to, not because you have to or because you expect a lot of thanks.

Other important don’ts to know

A major don’t for sex is focusing on the end result and not on the journey. Other don’ts to know include:

  • Engaging in rough sex or play without talking to your partner. Safe words that can indicate when you’ve gone too far exist for a reason. Establish one if the line is crossed between pleasure and pain.
  • Letting distractions in. No texting, phone answering, or stopping to check the score of a game.
  • Calling your partner by another name. This one speaks for itself.
  • Staying completely silent. From moans to words of encouragement, letting your partner know you’re into it can go a long way.

Men and erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction (ED) describes a symptom of several common but treatable problems. ED occurs when a man has difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection that can sustain sexual intercourse. It’s a complex condition because there are many contributing factors, including blood flow, nerve function, hormones, and more.

An estimated 50 percent of men in their 50s have mild to moderate ED, according to the University of Wisconsin-Madison. This number goes up by 10 percent for every new decade of life. For instance, an estimated 80 percent of men in their 80s will experience some degree of ED.

If you’re experiencing any degree of ED, you should talk to your primary care doctor or urologist. There are several steps you can take to treat ED, not all of which involve taking medicines.

Lifestyle changes can help treat ED

  • Reduce alcohol intake.
  • Take steps to reduce stress in life. Try exercising, meditating, or doing activities you enjoy.
  • Quit smoking or abusing any illegal drugs or drugs that aren’t prescribed to you.
  • Get enough rest at night.
  • Lose weight if you’re overweight.
  • Seek counseling if your ED is triggered by stress, anxiety, or tension. You may also consider couple’s counseling if your ED is creating strain between you and your partner.

Schedule a regular check-up with your doctor to monitor for any health conditions that could affect erectile dysfunction, such as high blood sugar, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol levels. At this appointment, you can also review the medications you’re taking to identify if there are any that might be affecting your sexual health. While you shouldn’t discontinue any medicines without a doctor’s review, alternate medicines with fewer side effects may be available.

Medical treatments are also available for ED

There are medications available to increase blood flow to the penis. Examples of these include sildenafil (Viagra), avanafil (Stendra), tadalafil (Cialis), and vardenafil (Levitra). Each medicine isn’t without its side effects, so it’s important to review these carefully.

Hormone replacement therapies can treat low testosterone. These treatments can include a topical gel, patches, or injections.

Prescription medications are available that can be injected using a very fine needle into the side or base of your penis. This may be an alternative option if you can’t take ED medications due to a condition such as heart or liver disease.

Use of a vacuum erection device can encourage greater blood flow to your penis.

A device known as a penis pump can be implanted into your penis to allow you to achieve an erection. However, this is usually only recommended after other treatments and lifestyle changes have failed.

The takeaway

Sex is an important part of a man’s life and health, and age doesn’t have to change that. The most important key to a healthy sex life at any decade is communication with your partner. Honest, open communication about what feels good, what doesn’t feel good, and how you make each other feel is the key to better sex. Finding out what those are via communication can lead to one of life’s greatest pleasures.

The Towel Raise

The Towel Raise

The Towel Raise is a great exercise for developing penile strength and rock hard erections. It’s essentially a weighted kegel, so don’t perform this movement until you’ve fully mastered the kegel.

With an erection, place a towel over the end of your penis. Try to lift your towel-covered penis by squeezing the PC muscle (as in kegels.) Start with 20 reps and work up to 100 reps 5 times a week.

As time goes by, you can add weight by using larger towels, or even by wetting the towel.

An advanced technique for Towel Raises would be to hold the towel in the up position for 10 to 20 seconds at a time. You should attempt to work up to 5 to 10 of these sustained repetitions.
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Is there a best method and products for penis enlargement? Part 2

Is there a best method and products for penis enlargement? Part 2

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Penis pumping

Penis pumping is often very misunderstood and confused as only being for guys with ED. This is not the case. Pumping has been proven to help with both short term temporary gains and long term gains when a pumping schedule is committed to long term. Pumping can help with both penis length and girth gains but girth is the main function of pumping routine. It is highly recommended that you use a pump with gauge on it. One of the biggest mistakes of people pumping is over pumping and creating injuries. Investing in an electronic penis pump that regulates the pressure for you in the best choice when committing to a long term penis pumping schedule.

Penis Clamping

The practice of penis clamping is an advanced technique but can be one of the most effective girth exercises in a penis enlargement routine. Penis clamping can be done as a stand alone exercise to increase girth or added to your penis weight hanging routine to increase length and girth over time. By restricting blood flow out of the erect penis and using keggle exercises (pelvic floor clench) to pump blood in, you will increase the amount of blood your erect penis is able to hold, and therefore increasing the girth of your penis over time. This is a proven method of increasing girth when you dedicate to a clamping routine.  Penis clamping can be a more effective than penis pumping when done correctly because you are in control of the amount of pressure and blood flow you apply rather than forced pressure from a pump. If you are new to clamping please do your research and ease into your routine. Working your way up to a 5 – 10 minute clamping session per day can produce excellent results in a reasonable amount of time. If you are new to girth work a combination of penis pumping and clamping is a great way to ease into and train for a girth routine as you get used to clamping.

Penis Growth Supplements

This is a very sensitive area and 99% of everything is this group is mostly a gimmick looking to take advantage of insecurities and our natural want for instant results. There is no pill that is going to make your dick grow bigger than its natural size overnight or in a week or in a month. There is one penis supplement that has been on the market for a while now that has been getting great reviews and results. Zen hanger volume and recovery pills are not to be confused with other “penis enlargement” pills on the market. Those pills are gimmicks and full of fake and misleading promises. Zen Hanger Volume and Recovery pills are formulated to help you recovery fast from your enlargement routine and can also have some great added benefits such as increases size and significant increase in semen production. A key benefit of this supplement is increased blood flow which often times results in increased penis size. What this means is that most guys don’t get 100% erections. Some get 85% and some get 95% but most don’t get 100% erection strength. With this blend of supplements, the increased blood flow will help you reach 100% erection on a regular basis. How would you like to increase your penis size by 10 or 15%? You won’t technically be growing your penis bigger you will be utilizing what you already have but most likely are not using 100% of. That means if your normally 6 inches long and 5 inches in circumference and are normally getting a 90% erection and our volume and recovery penis enlargement pills were able to get you to 100% erection strength, your erection would be about a half inch longer and a half inch larger in circumference on a regular basis. 

Patience is the key

It’s important to be patient when using any penis enlargement method or product. Though there are many sites and products that will promise you overnight results, it’s best to approach these with caution. Anything that suggests unrealistically quick results is likely to be a waste of money and could even be harmful. Penis enlargement is all about manipulating a very sensitive and complex part of the body, so patience is incredibly important. Always use advanced caution and work with companies with good reputations that have been in the industry and know what they are talking about.  Penis enlargement is a real thing and very possible with dedication and the right tools and knowledge.

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Is there a best method and products for penis enlargement? Part 1

Is there a best method and products for penis enlargement?

Article courtesy of ZenHanger

A large number of men have expressed a desire to increase the length of their penis. There are many different reasons for this. Some men want a bigger penis to improve their confidence, and many boost the length of their penis in order to heighten their performance in the bedroom. The penis is a complex organ and many people know little about how it works. By finding out more about the penis and solutions you can use to lengthen it, you can get the results that you are looking for. Over the years, a wide range of penis enhancement products have entered the market, and these have been used by men across the world. Many people start one particular product and / or method and as they become more comfortable with their beginner routine they often add other products and methods. Some of the most common products in a penis enlargement routine are pumps, weight hanging systems, silicone anti turtle / stretching sleeves and supplement pills to stimulate growth and recovery. Whether you need solutions for premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction or just want to increase penis length or girth, products are available that can help you achieve your goals.

Is there a ‘wrong’ penis size?

Before we get into products and methods lets start by saying whatever your reason for seeking out penis enhancement products are, there are many solutions that can help you. It’s important not to get down about your current size. Studies have found that the average penis measures in at just over five inches, so you may be bigger than you think. What’s more is that only 10% of males have a larger than average penis. Nonetheless, even when men become aware of this, it often doesn’t stop then desiring more substance. If you want to boost the size of your penis to please a lady, it’s worth remembering that many women regard girth just as important or even more important than length. Pills such as volume and recovery pills and pumps like the electronic zen pump are great tools for starting out because not only do they assist with long term growth they are a few of the only products that also show short term size results while you are working on permanent gains.

Penis enlargement surgery (not recommended)

Some men have opted for surgery in order to enhance the size of their penises. This is by far the most extreme option and not recommended except in very extreme cases. This can be both expensive and risky. A huge range of non-surgical solutions are available including clamps, penis pumps, penis stretchers, weight hanging systems and extenders. The risks of penile cosmetic surgery includes nerve damage, reductions in sensitivity, erectile dysfunction, infection and scarring, so it’s important to think very carefully about which route to take if you are ready to boost the size of your manhood.

Penis stretchers, extenders and the ADS solution

When you first get started with penis enhancement products you will most likely come across a lot of information and companies selling some form of a penis stretcher or traction stretchers. They have versions with metal rods and springs, pulleys around your waste and all different versions. This method is so popular for reason, it has been known to get results. The only issue is that it is really uncomfortable and a lot of guys find it hard to wear for long periods of time. Penis stretching is a great starter method for penis length gains but I find it best as a supplemental product as an additional to a penis weight hanging routine. It can be a great way to adjust your penis into getting used to the concept of stretching but working in a weight hanging routine is preferable once you are comfortable. Penis stretchers can definitely be a solid part of penis enlargement routine and a really great one that I find to be easy to use and great for speeding up gains and also preventing turtling after weight hanging is the Zen Hanger ADS. It’s an easy noose-based system that comes with silicone comfort sleeves. You can either attached to the provided leg strap or attach the pully under your desk while working or relaxing

Weight hanging systems

Penis weight hanging systems have helped many men to get the results they desired. When you use these systems, you can train your penis to get used to increasingly heavier weights over time. Regardless of the type of weight hanger you are using they are always to be attached when the penis is flaccid. Over time you can increase the weights as your tolerance increases. Penis weight hanging is a permanent growth solution. To achieve the results it’s important to take perform your hanging routine daily and only take days off when your penis is too fatigued or you experience any type of pain or injury. Once you start to see results you will be excited about your routine and it becomes more enjoyable. There a few different style hangers on the market and the choice is often based on preference and the shape of your penis. The three most common types of hangers are clamp, noose and vacuum hangers. Noose and clamp style hangers are based around the same concept of tightening a hanger around the penis using pressure of beads, screws or tension devices to create enough grip to hang weight from the device. Noose hangers like the zen hanger penis weight hanging noose system are usually easier to get in and out of and more practical if you are the right shape and able to use this type of hanger. Guys that are uncut or coned shaped with a smaller head then base usually find it more difficult to use clamp or noose styling hangers. For these people or if you are just very serious about hanging and want to use the best method, the penis vacuum hanger or also known as penis vac hanging is the system for you. This method utilizes a silicone sleeve that is place on the shaft of the penis and sealed with vacuum pressure. Once pressurized weight is able to be hung from the hanger. This penis vacuum hanger is really great because is also doubles as an electronic penis pump all in one package. It comes in a few different weight packages and is really an ideal system for beginners or experience hangers.

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