7 Everyday Occasions That Call For Hot Sex
As if you needed an excuse to sneak in a quickie
You probably don’t need another excuse to have sex. But it turns out that on certain occasions—like after a workout or before a big presentation—there are bonus benefits to getting it on. Check out the seven best times to get busy.
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Before a Big Presentation
Here’s one way to nail your presentation: Research shows that having sex calms nerves, lowers blood pressure and reduces stress.
One study even found that people who had sex before a public speaking experiment were less stressed than those who didn’t.
In the Morning
Your body was made for morning sex.
“Not only are testosterone and energy levels higher in the morning, but the increase in oxytocin levels keeps you and your partner bonded throughout the day while the endorphins boost your mood,” says sex expert Jessica O'Reilly, Ph.D.
When You Feel a Cold Coming On
It may seem counterintuitive, but past research suggests that having sex can actually boost your immune system.
Two Weeks Into Her Cycle
Past research suggests that around two weeks into her menstrual cycle, her clitoris grows up to 20 percent bigger and becomes engorged more easily.
Translation: She may orgasm more easily on this particular day. This is right around the time that ovulation occurs, so it makes sense that her body would be craving sex.
(Here are 8 Things You Need to Know About Her Period.)
After You Hit the Gym
Your body pumps out testosterone—a crucial sex hormone—when you exercise, so your desire will be even higher after a sweat session.
It can put her in the mood, too: one study from the University of Texas at Austin found that blood flow to women’s genital regions was 169 percent higher after working out.
After a Bad Day
Want to shake off the stress of a tough day at the office? Sex might be a healthier choice than a couple of beers.
“Studies show that sex and other forms of physical affection—even holding hands—significantly improve your mood and lower stress levels for days to come,” says O’Reilly.
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Plus, working out that tension and frustration in bed can actually make you more passionate and enthusiastic.
“As long as your lover isn’t the source of your anger, angry sex can be red hot,” says O’Reilly.
After Doing Something Scary
One of the best times to have sex is right after an exhilarating experience, whether it be zip lining, riding a roller coaster, or even watching a scary move.
“When your adrenaline is pumping, your body is already in a state of arousal and your sexual response is often heightened,” says O’Reilly.
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A study published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior also suggests that attraction and desire are amped up after an adrenaline-boosting experience.
The article The 7 Best Times to Have Sex originally ran on WomensHealthMag.com.
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