Libido

[Cuckoo]

I'm sorry if this is a bit crude, but lately I have not been able to keep my hands of my other half and I was wondering if it was because I am working out more. Has anyone else experienced anything like this?

 

(Btw I am not complaining, and neither is he!)

[Silo]

Exercise can increase testosterone levels in both women and men, leading to an increase in sex drive.

http://mobile.goaskalice.columbia.edu/exercise-increase-testosterone

http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/3634847/

[SevenofSeven]

Hahaha, glad I am not the only one! I'm just sorry he works away.

[tomocalypse]

Huh. Well that makes sense.

 

And of course, fitter people = better sex.

 

Which is all fairly useless if you're single and have no one to fool around with... Oh well, maybe getting super ripped will change that

[Cuckoo]

Tomocalypse: I'm sure that getting getting super ripped will definitely change that! I hope you find someone soon. Must be torture having all this extra testosterone and no where to put it (haha )

[Guzzi]

I totally agree, but there's another simple reason behind this that shouldn't be overlooked. Self esteem and libido are definitely linked!

When you start to feel good about yourself you start taking a little pride in your outward appearance, wearing nicer clothes, showing off all your hard work. All of that leads to people noticing, giving you compliments, which makes you feel even better.... It's a real positive cycle.

Look better = feel better = more confidence = feel sexier = well, we all know where this is going.

Also, the whole libido thing is cyclical too... The more often you have it, the more often you feel "in the mood" as a result. I read an article once about a couple "test driving" a theory on the subject. They spent a month (or 3 weeks perhaps, lol!) having sex 3 times a day to see if they could revitalise their sex lives. It was really interesting, and well worth a read. If I can find it on google I'll post it up.

[Cuckoo]

Good point Guzzi. I think it does make a huge difference when you start to feel more comfortable in your own skin. 

[Raev]

Since my wife started working out, it seems to be increased.  I don't mind one bit.

[Guzzi]

Oh God! I tried googling that article inconspicuously at work. Not happening! And now I have to go clear my browsing history, doh! *face palm*

[Oramac]

Oh God! I tried googling that article inconspicuously at work. Not happening! And now I have to go clear my browsing history, doh! *face palm*

 

LMAO!!  

[Machete]

Hmmm. Maybe this is why I currently have like six restraining orders from females.

[Guzzi]

Hmmm. Maybe this is why I currently have like six restraining orders from females.

You lie! And we know it