Question 1

does post workout sex affect muscle gains?

Accepted Answer

Not negatively.: Sexual activity does not reduce muscle gains. In fact, there is some evidence to show that sexual activity can actually enhance performance, although this has been best demonstrated when sex precedes the athletic event. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=wO3zO02Z8dk. The take home message is, Enjoy working out and sexual activity whenever you want.

Question 2

what happens if you workout a lot, does that make sex better?

Accepted Answer

It may!: Working out, especially with high intensity, can increase production of certain hormones, including testosterone.  Testosterone is correlated with increased sex drive and desire.  Having increased drive and desire can certainly make sex more enjoyable!

Question 3

can you tell me if i workout a lot, does that make sex better?

Accepted Answer

It may!: Working out, especially with high intensity, can increase production of certain hormones, including testosterone.  Testosterone is correlated with increased sex drive and desire.  Having increased drive and desire can certainly make sex more enjoyable!

Question 4

protected vigorous sex, brown bleeding and cramps 2 days later. lasted 3 days. started 4 days later again after a workout. usually irregular per. ???

Accepted Answer

Bleeding after sex: Hi, bleeding could happen during sex with Lengthy or intense intercourse, excessive friction, or lack of lubrication , rough sex and lack of lubrication can irritate the cervix and cause bleeding, but the serious causes of bleeding after sex are STDs, inflammation of vagina or cervix due to infection, pelvic inflammatory diseases, endometriosis and also cervical cancer, if after a wk or so still b

Question 5

since last two years i have gynecosmastia in my left chest, even my chest right chest started developing the same swollen tissue. my eating habits are clean, i workout,i walk most of the time

age-19
sex-male
no side medications
no health issue.help?

Accepted Answer

: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gynecomastia/symptoms-causes/syc-20351793
See above for causes of gynecomastia . Rarely  ingestion of significant amounts of soy products can also cause gynecomastia. Would follow up with  MD

Question 6

is sex before weight training bad? why is it when i have sex i feel very sleepy and unable to workout should i abstain from sex before training?

Accepted Answer

ENERGY IS: CONSUMED DURING ANY VIGUROUS ACTIVITY SO...YOU WILL PROBABLY HAVE MORE ENERGY TO WORK OUT IF YOU ABSTAIN.

Question 7

i've had dull aches near lower left pelvis 3 days after core workout. changed bc pill, on day 10 of cycle. last pill took 10 hrs late, no sex. cause?

Accepted Answer

Pelvic pain: Pelvic pain is complex as there are several organs in the pelvis. The ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, bladder, appendix, intestines, colon and rectum can all be the source. Pelvic pain requires and examination to help organize the evaluation.

Question 8

hi,

i started experiencing headaches during workouts & sex 3 weeks ago. the headaches seem less severe the last 5 days, range from dull to sharp throbbing. i'm not experiencing vomiting or vision impairment. headaches are typically rare for me.

Accepted Answer

Headaches: These headaches are new for you and since they occur after straining and are throbbing at times I recommend consulting a neurologist as I am concerned about possibility of an intracranial aneurysm. Any family history of these? Ruptured intracranial aneurysms often occur during sexual intercourse. Of course forehead muscle strain could be the cause of headaches. Also get your blood pressure checked

Question 9

unprotected sex on 12/2 for few sec &no ejaculation.period came on13/2.usually menses on 16th.period isnt here yet.started regular workout early march?

Accepted Answer

Confusing : Your question is confusing but it sounds like you are asking if you could be pregnant. If you think you might be pregnant check then check a home pregnancy test. They are cheap, reliable and available  at any pharmacy.

Question 10

i have been sluggish, very low stamina and endurance, no sex drive and im only 36 and i gain weight even though i workout , also gain very little muscle for all the work i put in. will steroids help and are they dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Sluggish: First step is to check with you primary care physician for assessment and blood work to rule out any physical issues and recommend treatment.

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Can you tell me if i workout a lot, does that make sex better?

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Protected vigorous sex, brown bleeding and cramps 2 days later. lasted 3 days. started 4 days later again after a workout. usually irregular per. ???

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Since last two years i have gynecosmastia in my left chest, even my chest right chest started developing the same swollen tissue. my eating habits are clean, i workout,i walk most of the time age-19 sex-male no side medications no health issue.help?

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Is sex before weight training bad? why is it when i have sex i feel very sleepy and unable to workout should i abstain from sex before training?

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I've had dull aches near lower left pelvis 3 days after core workout. changed bc pill, on day 10 of cycle. last pill took 10 hrs late, no sex. cause?

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Hi, i started experiencing headaches during workouts & sex 3 weeks ago. the headaches seem less severe the last 5 days, range from dull to sharp throbbing. i'm not experiencing vomiting or vision impairment. headaches are typically rare for me.

A member asked:

Unprotected sex on 12/2 for few sec &no ejaculation.period came on13/2.usually menses on 16th.period isnt here yet.started regular workout early march?

A member asked:

I have been sluggish, very low stamina and endurance, no sex drive and im only 36 and i gain weight even though i workout , also gain very little muscle for all the work i put in. will steroids help and are they dangerous?

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