Does Exercise give you Erections?

[BarrySimpson]

I have noticed that when taking exercise - going for long walks in the countryside, swimming or playing badminton for example - that usually I would get a very hard erection and urge to masturbate. Whenever I went for a walk, somewhere along the route the urges would become irresistible: I would have to look for a secluded place to strip off and relieve myself.

When swimming, usually I had to get out of the water to masturbate in the toilet. In the communal showers and dressing rooms I could see that I was not the only one who had become turned on. In communal showers and dressing rooms I would play with myself, or with another similarly aroused.

It has been proposed that exercise can help to reduce erectile dysfunction:

Physical Activity to Improve Erectile Function: A Systematic Review of Intervention Studies - PMC (nih.gov)

Exercise and erectile dysfunction (ED) - Harvard Health

I have often wondered whether exercise has any permanent effect on penis/clitoris size. Although the consensus says that any increase is only temporary, the few people I know to be exceptionally well-developed suggest that it might. I would be interested to hear what other readers think on this or any of the other issues raised.

[LASERUK]

Hi yes I have always found when going to ghe gym I will get an erection when using some of the machines , once back into the locker room I will strip off ready for a shower , never wrap a towel around my body , I will get hard snd been caught having a few strokes as I felt I needed toWhen cycling snd I do wear cycling shorts I get hard which under the thin lycra you can see it

I guess doing exercise the blood goes around your body so your penis must get hard

[Newbenni]

I find I end up turned on after working out, not necessarily during. But I’m always guaranteed to have a stroke after a workout.

[xsevenx]

In my experience, erections usually lead to “excercise” 🤣.

[Baldylocks in reply to xsevenx]

My day just keeps getting better and better. what an erotic and sexy response and 🤫.

[OneJoker]

when I go to the Gym and exercise I shrivel up until I have a shower

[Evan_S]

The experiences you describe aren't uncommon and can be linked to several physiological responses to exercise. Here's a bit more detail on why these things might be happening:

Increased Blood Flow: Physical activity increases blood circulation throughout the body, including the genital area. This can lead to increased arousal and stronger erections during and after exercise.

Hormonal Changes: Exercise can also stimulate the release of endorphins and other hormones like testosterone, which can heighten sexual arousal and libido.

Psychological Factors: Engaging in physical activities, especially in nature or communal settings, can elevate mood and reduce stress, contributing to increased sexual desire and responsiveness.

Regarding your question about exercise and erectile dysfunction (ED), it's well-documented that regular physical activity can help improve ED. The references you mentioned (the NIH systematic review and Harvard Health) provide evidence that consistent exercise can improve cardiovascular health, which is closely tied to erectile function. Improved blood flow and reduced stress levels are key factors in this improvement.

As for the potential permanent effects of exercise on penis or clitoris size, the consensus in the medical community is that any changes in size due to exercise are temporary and linked to increased blood flow and temporary engorgement. There's no scientific evidence to support the idea that regular exercise leads to permanent increases in genital size.

It's also worth noting that individual experiences can vary, and anecdotal evidence from people who seem exceptionally well-developed might be due to genetic factors rather than exercise alone.