Sex and Health…Now that I have your attention!

Would you like to lower your cholesterol?
Increase your circulation?
Live longer?
Have fun while burning calories?????

If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above questions read on and hold on to your hats!

In the speaking industry I get to do a lot of research for my topic areas of stress, energy and leadership. With stress we are always looking at ways to battle the stress hormones that remain in our system after times of physical or emotional stress in our lives. From our previous e-zine newsletters we have learned that the stress hormone cortisol is extremely tough on our system and it is making us sick.

So, how do we decimate this villain??? E – S – L – no, not English as a Second Language – I’m talking about the stress… Wendy Bodnar’s ESL Program –

Exercise, Sex and Laughter!

Each of these activities release beta endorphins – the hormones in exact opposition to the stress hormone cortisol and seritonin your ‘feel good’ hormone. With stress busting ESL, you really have stress right where you want it – on your terms. Now if you have a funny, energetic, sexual partner, you could get all three at once! I’m just kidding; I actually just want to see if anyone is reading this article.

On the serious side, we know that the researchers are predicting that over 90% of our illnesses in the next decade will be directly attributed to unmanaged stress in our lives. So, why be a statistic when you can battle stress with exercise, a good laugh and great, safe, monogamous sex?
In this e-zine special I will share the latest research on the benefits of a healthy sex life – not only a stress must, but a longevity enhancer as well. This is not a ‘how to’ article, that is up to you and your partner. This is a ‘why’ article.

Here are a few of the health benefits of regular (minimum 3 times per week – national average – once per week) sex:

Increased circulation
Improved levels of cholesterol
Decreased risk of prostate problems
Decreased risk of heart disease
Improved sleep
Better immune system
Slows the aging process

Michael F. Roizen, M.D., author of the ‘The RealAge Makeover’ says that, ‘several studies have indicated that having high-quality sex more frequently could make your real age two to eight years younger.’ Two to eight years younger! Just by enjoying intimacy with your loved one – that seems like a great health trade off to me. Dr. Michael looked into a lot of research on the subject for the book, he also shared that he has even prescribed more and better quality sex for many of his patients, on an actual prescription form. He realized that they didn’t need to try any more diets, take more vitamins, rather, to enjoy the benefits of safe monogamous sex to extend their lives.

Some Sex Facts:

The national average: once per week
Married people tend to have more sex than single people
Men who had sex more than once a week had lower death rates from all causes
According to the Masters and Johnson’s study they found that both men and women burn 7 – 25 calories per orgasm
Women burn more calories when they are on top and if they fake it (don’t shoot the messenger)
Men, really don’t care about quality – it’s all about the quantity (we needed research for this?)

Well have I convinced you yet?
Let’s add great safe sex to our 30 minute a day exercise commitment – no excuses!

Wendy Bodnar is the owner of The Growth Shop Ltd. and a professional conference speaker to hear and see Wendy in action (no, not having sex) visit: www.wendybodnar.com

I am way to tired to add more sex to my life – I have kids, shopping, cooking – sex is not on the list of priorities – help!

Wow, we are not sex therapists here, but we sure can talk about energy. Again, if you are too tired for sex you are too tired! Conserve your energy – if you are too tired at night for a great sexual encounter – go to bed early and get up early – if you know what I mean. Always eat breakfast, quality protein with whole grains for eating for energy, exercise and have great sex – go for the minimum of three times a week rather than the national average. Make the time for your health and for your relationship. You will both reap the benefits!