I’ve heard a lot of women complain that their partners want to have sex every day. Is it a bad thing though?
I believe that if two people have the time, opportunity and energy for sex every day, then they should by all means indulge and enjoy.
In a relationship, sex not only satisfies physical needs but also builds an emotional bond between the two people. Compared to men, women place greater value on the emotional connect factor.
It is a well-established fact that having sex immediately improves your mood. And, yes, it is totally acceptable to have sex every day. There are times in your life when you engage in more frequent sexual activity.
For instance, couples may engage in up to three or four sex encounters every day during the “honeymoon phase”, which is the first stage of courtship or marriage. This also occurs when a couple wants to improve their chances of getting pregnant and planning a child.
In the long term, having sex is beneficial for your health in addition to making you feel good. Regular sexual relations is advised by doctors due to its potential health benefits as well as for the sake of offspring.
These health benefits include:
Reduced Risk of Heart Disease: Energetic sex can increase heart health and endurance since it gets the heart pumping. In addition to lowering blood pressure, sexual activity lowers the risk of a heart attack.
Pain Relief: Your brain naturally releases endorphins during sexual activity, which relieves pain.
Stress Relief: The fact that endorphins and oxytocin, another hormone released during sexual activity, are known to reduce cortisol, or the stress hormone, is one of the many benefits of sex. Therefore, though you might not “feel like it” after a trying day, having sex could be the best course of action for you.
Burning calories: The amount of calories burned during sexual activity varies according to research, depending on factors like the intensity and duration of the sessions. Nonetheless, we humbly believe that every minute spent exercising is time well spent. Just keep in mind that more active sex positions have even greater health benefits. So put in the extra effort if you are hoping to make this two-way become your two-a-day.
Weight Loss: Is having sex every day healthy? It most definitely is when it offers a few more chances to lose weight in addition to healthy habits and a balanced lifestyle. Additionally, being exhausted during sex can promote positive behaviours outside of the bedroom such as exercising and eating healthier.
Better Sleep: Studies indicate that having sex more frequently has positive effects on your sleep cycle and sleep hygiene. These benefits are, naturally, enhanced by the reduction of pain and stress as well as better overall health.
Other benefits include:
Improved libido
Improving mood
Increased vaginal lubrication
Improved bladder control in women
Improved immune system
Lowered blood pressure
Reduced prostate cancer risk
Better memory
Boosting immune health
From a scientific standpoint, there are no known drawbacks to daily romantic relationships. As long as you are doing it safely, there are no negative effects of having too much sex on a guy.
Having said that, having sex frequently – many times a day, for instance – may result in certain physical problems. Men are more likely than women to develop penile soreness, especially if they shave too roughly or do not use enough lubricant.
That goes both ways. The friction created by the back-and-forth motion of sex can irritate you and/or your partner if you do not use lubrication.
Excessive sex can cause inflammation or irritation in the vagina.
Although these problems often resolve themselves in a few hours or days, they can still be very uncomfortable while they are happening.
It is also important to remember that sex addiction is a real problem that affects many people. Therefore, you should speak with a mental health professional about your sex life if you believe it is becoming unhealthy or obsessive.
People who have sex at least once a week have been shown to benefit from higher levels of immunoglobulin A, an antibody that protects from illness.
While there are many advantages to having sex, this does not mean that it should become a daily, required task in life. You are free to limit how many sex sessions you have each day or each week. This is due to the fact that it is not always the case that both partners desire sex at the same time or on a regular basis. Furthermore, what makes sex more satisfying and pleasurable is the willingness on both sides. Forcing someone to have sex is known as sexual coercion and is not advisable.
Hence, you should always feel free to talk to your partner about your current needs so that the two of you can settle on one thing: To have sex or not. After all, sex is not the only way to experience physical intimacy. Sometimes, even kissing and cuddling can make up for sex.
If sexual problems are hampering your relationship, you can always consult a sex therapist or sexologist
Believe it or not, studies have shown that having sex can burn almost as many calories as a quick jog. And while it’s not necessarily the most effective form of exercise to shed unwanted pounds, it’s definitely a fun activity to spice up your weight loss programme.
Of course, whatever your reason for getting down and dirty more often, remember to practice safe sex to protect yourself and others.
A recent study showed that during one 30-minute sex session:
Men can burn up to 120 calories; Women can burn up to 90 calories
Another study showed that a vigorous 30-minute sex session can burn as many as 150 calories, which is equivalent to a 15-minute jog. Of course, chances are that you aren’t going to have sex that long every time. However, sex can be considered a mild to moderate physical activity.
Daily, frequent sex is absolutely safe and healthy. As long as everyone involved is practicing safe sex (and stretching periodically), it’s unlikely that you’ll take on any risks. There’s no scientific evidence linking frequent sex to any health conditions – short of dehydration, of course.
While daily sex is fine and normal, remember that it’s also very common and normal to go for days, weeks or even months without sex. Frankly, there’s also no evidence for any “optimal” or “perfect” frequency for a healthy sex life.
If you’re interested in getting under the sheets every day though, here are a few tips to guide you along:
– Use protection: It’s important to keep yourself protected, especially if you are going to be having sex with more than one person.
– Use lubrication: Without the proper amount of lubrication, sex can be downright unpleasant. If your partner is prone to dryness or if you’re starting to chafe, consider applying a lubricant.
– If you have ED, treat it: Erectile dysfunction is a common issue that can get in the way of your sex life. If you occasionally find it difficult to stay hard, consider talking to your healthcare provider about ED medication to get the problem under control.
– Avoid overexerting yourself: Sex is a mild form of exercise. As such, it’s best to take it easy if you’re feeling under the weather, recovering from an injury or if you’ve recently undergone surgery.
– Be creative: From trying different positions to fantasies and more, mixing things up is one of the best ways to make your sex life more exciting.
In conclusion the amount of sex you have isn’t a measure of your worth, your masculinity or your proficiency in foreplay. It’s important to acknowledge these things because our society has placed a high value on sex in ways that don’t really correlate.
Having sex every day isn’t bad for you as long as you are doing it safely and avoiding issues like physical injuries, STIs, and UTIs. In fact, research suggests that frequent sex may help reduce your risk of developing erectile dysfunction.
There’s no “perfect” frequency of sex to have. Your sex drive is unique to you. Sexual desire often declines as we age. It’s most important to have fun, stay safe and enjoy sex the way you and your partner like – without comparing yourself to other people.
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Courtesy, The Eagle Online
