Enhancing Sexual Wellbeing Through Yoga Practice: Insights on Its Uses and Advantages
Yo, let's talk about the wild world of yoga and its potential effects on your sex life!
Nobody can deny that the web is flooded with blogs advocating yoga for a better bang, backed by personal accounts that often sound like they've struck pornographic gold – we're looking at you, coregasms. But does science swear by these claims, or is it all just a bunch of hype? Let's dive in!
Now, the ancient practice of yoga is starting to gain some modern attention, and for good reason. The health perks reportedly range from treating depression and anxiety, to helping manage chronic conditions like diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and thyroid problems.
But what about its effect on our love lives? To put this to the test, we're checking out the research.
Sex in the City (or Suburbs) for Women Over 45
One study that struck gold in the Journal of Sexual Medicine looked at the impact of 12 weeks of yoga on 40 women over 45. The women reported on their sexual function before and after the yoga sessions, and the results were nothing short of amazing. Across all sections of the Female Sexual Function Index, including desire, lubrication, orgasm, and overall satisfaction, the women saw significant improvements. Seventy-five percent of them even noticed an improvement in their sex lives after yoga training!
The study had the women practicing 22 poses, or yogasanas, including the triangle pose, the snake, and half spinal twist. Think you want to join in? Here's a link to the full list!
Sex in the City (or Suburbs) for Men Too
It's not just a female thing – yoga can put some pep back in the step of the boys too. A study led by Dr. Vikas Dhikav, a neurologist from the Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in New Delhi, India, examined the effects of a 12-week yoga program on the sexual satisfaction of men.
At the end of the study period, the participants reported significant improvements across all aspects of male sexual satisfaction, including orgasm, ejaculatory control, erection, and overall satisfaction.
The researchers also found that yoga was a possible viable alternative to fluoxetine (also known as Prozac) for treating premature ejaculation in some cases.
Yoga: Supercharged Meditation for Your Moo
So, how does yoga improve our sex lives, exactly? Well, it turns out that yoga regulates attention and breathing, lowers anxiety and stress, and activates the part of the nervous system that triggers relaxation and pleasure. These effects, in turn, are linked to improvements in sexual response.
Then, there are psychological factors at play. Female yoga practitioners tend to be less likely to objectify their bodies, and more aware of their physical selves. This increased self-awareness can lead to increased sexual responsibility, assertiveness, and – you guessed it – desire!
The (Savage) Power of Moola Bandha
Stories about "releasing blocked energy" in root chakras and moving "kundalini energy" up and down the spine to produce magic orgasms are, well, let's say they leave many scratching their heads. However, the concept of Moola Bandha might resonate better.
This perineal contraction stimulates the nervous system in the pelvic region, promoting relaxation, rejuvenation, and improved sexual health. Studies suggest that Moola Bandha can relieve period pain, childbirth pain, and sexual difficulties in women, as well as help men control testosterone secretion and treat premature ejaculation.
In essence, it's like Kegel exercises on steroids!
A word to the wise: despite the buzz around "yogasms," it's crucial to approach this topic with a touch of skepticism. The scientific evidence for these claims is still in its infancy, but yoga's other well-documented benefits make it a worthy addition to your daily routine.
So, what are you waiting for? Get ready to stretch, breathe, and climax (maybe not, but hey, a girl can dream)!
- The study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine demonstrated that a 12-week yoga program significantly improved sexual function in women over 45, as reported by the Female Sexual Function Index.
- A 12-week yoga program led by Dr. Vikas Dhikav revealed that men experienced improvements in all aspects of sexual satisfaction, hinting at yoga as a possible alternative to fluoxetine for treating premature ejaculation.
- Yoga's regulation of attention and breathing, reduction of stress and anxiety, and activation of the nervous system responsible for relaxation and pleasure contribute to improving sexual response.
