Sex sure races your heartbeat and makes you do the muscle work, but does it qualify as a workout?
Experts say, while sex helps you burn calories, but if you are looking for serious answers, sex is far from being labeled as a legitimate workout. Then what really is sex, and how is it affecting your workout? Let’s figure it out!
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Sex can supercharge your workout in the gym! |
Role of sex in muscle recovery |
Can you do workout-like sex? |
Sex can supercharge your workout in the gym!
In scientific terms, sex would be considered a light exercise for your body, but it wouldn’t be enough to be considered a proper workout.
However, experts say, sex may have other significant health benefits that aid your workout in the gym. Moderate sexual activity contributes to your cardiorespiratory health, increased happy hormones (serotonin), and improved sleep. It can also help you regulate your blood pressure, ultimately improving your performance in the gym.
Role of sex in muscle recovery
You read it right! Sex can do wonders to your muscle recovery process.
If you indulge in an intense workout, sex could act as a light stretch and muscle movement to help it rest, recover, and repair. Plus, the release of endorphins during sex can act as a natural painkiller, easing post-workout soreness and helping you bounce back faster.
Can you do workout-like sex?
The answer is yes!
However, the reason, average sex is not even considered a light exercise is because of its duration. The textbook generic sex lasts anywhere from 3 to 13 minutes, which is far lower than an average workout session.
You could indulge in more action in bed to increase the duration, but again, your body needs to have that kind of stamina, which can only be achieved in the gym.
In essence, for workout-like sex, you’ll have to work out in the gym!
Bottom Line
While sex isn’t a substitute for a rigorous workout session, it certainly offers numerous health benefits that can complement your fitness routine.
From improving cardiorespiratory health and boosting mood to aiding muscle recovery and enhancing sleep quality, sex can be a valuable addition to a healthy lifestyle. So, keep hitting the gym to build stamina, and enjoy the added perks that come with a healthy sex life.
Remember, balance is key—combine both for optimal health and fitness!
Pawan Goyal: A Veteran in Sexual Education and Fitness Recovery
Pawan Goyal's journey in sexual education spans two decades, during which he has empowered countless individuals with the knowledge and confidence to embrace their sexual health.
