Alive Personal Training
May 23, 2010
Getting Fit in Bed

Hi Folks,

Who says you can’t get fit between the sheets. As Winter is upon us, there cannot be many better ways to keep yourself up(so to speak). So many benefits of sexual relief. Read this summary of a study about the benefits of sex for fitness. This is a British study. It is quite interesting all the same. There are some great benefits to sexual intercourse to balance your exercise regime.

How many of you are signing up for the  fitness challenge.

According to the NHS Direct website, “sexercise” can lower the risk of heart 

attacks and helps people live longer. 

Endorphins released during orgasm stimulate immune system cells, which also 

helps target illnesses like cancer, as well as wrinkles, it states. 

Sexual health experts said such claims could not be scientifically proven. 

“It’s good to see the NHS are promoting sexual wellbeing,” Dr Melissa Sayer told 

the Guardian newspaper. 

“Yes, there is evidence that sex has benefits for mental wellbeing, but to say 

there is a link with reduced risk of heart disease and cancer is taking the 

argument too far.” 

NHS Direct, however, told the paper the content was “backed by science and 

clinical evidence” and “isn’t just a bit of fun”. 

‘Regular romps’ 

The advice, published under the headline “Get more than zeds in bed”, is one of 

several sexual health-related articles to be found on the NHS Direct website. 

Sex with a little energy and imagination provides a workout worthy of an 

athlete, the article says. 

NHS Direct 

“Forget about jogging round the block or struggling with sit-ups. 

“Sex uses every muscle group, gets the heart and lungs working hard, and burns 

about 300 calories an hour.” 

The advice suggests “regular romps this winter” could lead to a better body and 

a younger look. 

Increased production of endorphins “will make your hair shine and your skin 

smooth,” it adds. 

“If you’re worried about wrinkles - orgasms even help prevent frown lines from 

deepening.” 

The article goes on to say that orgasms release “painkillers” into the 

bloodstream, which helping keep mild illnesses like colds and aches and pains at 

bay. 

Watch this space for more fitness information,

Yours in Health and Fitness,

Michael Winter

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