how exercise is good for your health and fertility
We’ve all heard it countless times how exercise is good for your health and fertility. Still, the statistics are damning. A survey from Britain showed that those who did not exercise have 44% less sperm count than those who do. There is no need to wait for this decline in fertility because there are simple workouts that you can do.
Jogging, hiking, or swimming are great workouts for your cardiovascular system. An increase in blood flow not only boosts your fertility, but it also helps your erections. A study by Society for Reproduction and Fertility followed some sedentary men who were asked to jog for 30 minutes for 3-6 days each week. After six months, the men who jogged had a significant increase in sperm count than those who didn’t.
Competition is another way to boost your sperm count and quality. It also helps boost your testosterone levels as you strive to become more aggressive. Join competitive sports even if it is on an amateur level just for fun. Also, ensure that you have the necessary protective gear to protect yourself.
Many people join the gym only to give up or never show up. Men who lift weights or outdoorsmen have 42% higher sperm count than those who laze on their couches. Working the hamstrings, glutes and other muscles are excellent testosterone boosters.
You don’t have to hit the gym or become very muscular to have a higher sperm count. Simple exercise at home can do the trick. Chin-ups, press-ups, sit-ups, and squats (with or without weights) are quick exercises you can do before heading out or after work.
Yoga and Kegel exercises are not only for women. Yoga enthusiasts say that it is an exercise that increases blood flow, helps with erectile dysfunction, boosts fertility, and testosterone production.
Avoid training too much, especially if you are not a pro competitor. Also, injuries to the head or on your male reproductive parts can harm your baby-making prospects. Remember also to keep off anabolic steroids.