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Sexy Quiz: What's Going on Between the Sheets?

FitSugar — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 04:30:56 -0700

Besides feeling good, sex also has a lot of health benefits - do you know which are fact and which are fiction? Take my true or false quiz and find out.

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Orgasms: Too Much of a Good Thing?

FitSugar — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 05:27:43 -0700

Achieving an orgasm is a hot topic. Women want more, are faking it, and are looking for ways to make it easier and more enjoyable. Can you imagine what it's like to have too many orgasms then, as in 100 to 200 a day? This condition is known as persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD) or persistent sexual arousal syndrome (PSAS) and can leave the affected woman in a state of arousal for hours, days, even weeks at a time. Brought on by environmental changes like cold air, vibrations from music, scents, or even a hug, one symptom of PGAD are spontaneous orgasms - ranging from the mild to a fullout screamfest. And unlike the orgasms shared with our partners, the effects of the condition are rarely associated with any feelings of sexual desire.

The idea of spontaneous orgasms may sound welcoming to some women, but given the invasive nature of PGAD, it's extremely embarrassing and difficult for those who live with it. To shed some light, Grey's Anatomy dramatized the condition on an episode, which you can see here.

Have You Ever Used a Female Condom?

FitSugar — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:45:19 -0700

Condoms may not be the sexiest thing, but when compared to the sexually transmitted illnesses they protect against, they seem infinitely cooler. There are choices to be had in the wide world of condoms - there are his and her models available. While the female condom may not be quite as effective as the male versions (female condoms are 75 to 80 percent effective and male condoms are 85 percent effective), the female version gives the ladies more control in the birth-control department. I am curious about you . . .

Which Foods Fuel Your Sex Drive?

FitSugar — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 04:30:00 -0700

Food can do more than fuel your workouts; it's also good for revving up your sex drive. Eating mood-boosting foods is a subtle way to lubricate your libido, so amp up your desire and reap the healthy benefits of having sex. Do you know which foods are known to help with your sex drive?

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7 Health Benefits of Having Sex

FitSugar — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 05:50:00 -0700

There are only so many hours in the day for getting physical. Skipping the gym for a little romp isn't something you should do every day, but when you do choose getting sweaty in bed over the exercise bike, you're still burning calories and benefiting your health.

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Another Reason to Exercise: Coregasms!

FitSugar — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 10:00:00 -0700

My pal DearSugar writes about sex daily. She can tell you how to have a better orgasm, and I can tell you the health benefits of having them regularly. Having sex not only relieves stress, but it also boosts your immunity. Most of the time you find the big "O" behind closed doors, but this just in - many women are experiencing them in the gym. I'm talking about something called a coregasm.

Have I caught your attention yet? If so read more.

This astounding fitness phenomenon known as the coregasm is actually pretty common. Women experience them when working their core muscles, whether they're doing crunches, strengthening leg lifts, or backbends in a yoga class (talk about an enlightening experience!). According to sex therapist, Dr. Victoria Zdrok,

"A lot of women require a buildup of tension in their legs before they can achieve the release of orgasm. So, when a woman exercises, the release of endorphins and dopamine, which are necessary for orgasm, combined with the tension in the lower extremities, can cause the clitoral stimulation [that is needed]."

It happens when women tap into the muscles in their deep core, quads, or thighs. They end up automatically squeezing the pelvic muscles which triggers nerve impulses, and voilà - a coregasm is born. One squeeze won't necessarily work, but if you're doing many repetitions, that much stimulation can cause intense pleasure in your nether region. If that doesn't get you to the gym, then I don't know what will!

Tell me ladies, have you ever experienced a coregasm while working out?

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Sex Could Be the Secret to Longevity

FitSugar — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 16:00:00 -0700

Most people don't need another reason to get busy between the sheets, but this might come as appreciated news to those skeptical about the productivity of getting down. Dr. Michael Roizen and Dr. Mehmet Oz visited Good Morning America to talk about the health benefits of sex, and here are the highlights from their bedroom talk.

Women who enjoy sex live longer lives than women who do not.
Men can cut their risk of heart attack and stroke in half by having sex three times a week.
Sex can make women feel two to eight years younger. Men can achieve the same youthfulness by having 150 to 350 orgasms annually.
General pain can be decreased through orgasms.

You know my gal pal DearSugar is excited by this news too.

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Getting It On and Burning It Up: Sex and Calories

FitSugar — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 09:00:00 -0800

I have heard many people equate sex with exercise, and since February is heart health month and Valentine's Day is a few days away, I thought I should quiz you to see if you know how sex affects your ticker.

So take this short but fun quiz and see just how much exercise you are really getting when getting it on.

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Another Reason to Exercise: Better Sex Through Yoga

FitSugar — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:00:00 -0800

Steering your sex drive in the right direction can easily be derailed by stress, but getting it to a satisfying place could be as simple as incorporating yoga in your fitness regimen. According to a recent article in The Journal of Sexual Medicine, women noticed improved levels of arousal and desire - and even experienced better orgasms - through practicing Eastern techniques of mindfulness and yoga.

Living in the present moment is an important focus of yoga, so it's easy to see how training our minds and bodies to remain present and aware could benefit our time in the bedroom. Venturing to your local studio is one way to get started, but many gyms offer group yoga classes and there's no reason why you couldn't start doing yoga on your own. Check out some yoga DVDs (if you're so inclined, there's the Better Sex Through Yoga series) and maybe get your honey involved by trying partner yoga at home.

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Achoo! I Love You!

FitSugar — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:00:53 -0800

Mixed signals are often the fodder for romantic comedies, but could sneezing be a mixed signal in itself? According to a rare but documented phenomenon, sneezing fits can overlap with sexual arousal.

According to the BBC, a couple of doctors in the UK were inspired to research this issue after reading about a middle aged man who experienced uncontrollable bouts of sneezing fits when he thought about sex. The study isn't terribly scientific, since chat rooms were the major source of data, but it's still an interesting curiosity. The physicians believe this phenomenon is due to a mixup in brain circuitry, where signals within the nervous system are crossed, triggering sneezes. Considering that the nose contains erectile tissue and, like genitals, may become engorged during sexual arousal, it is kind of surprising that sneezing and sex don't overlap more.

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