Senior Sex Older Men

Myths About Senior Sex and Older Men

The idea that sex is supposed to be for the young, something you no longer even think about once the first grandchild comes along, is absurd. Unfortunately, that attitude still has a lot of traction amongst older men who grew up during a time when sex was a taboo subject, no matter what your age.

The myth that older adults are not interested in sex or able to have satisfying sex has been proven false, with both men and women reporting active and pleasurable sex into their 80s. Furthermore, while testosterone levels are lower in older men, sex is still on the mind, just not as much as it was when the man was younger. Finally, while an older body may experience some limitations in terms of strength and flexibility, it is no impediment to enjoyable sex.

Senior Sex: Fountain of Youth?

Vitamins, vegetables and eight glasses of water a day are said to keep you young, but what about sex? Certainly, maintaining a warm, intimate and loving relationship with a long-term partner is good for the heart, both physically and emotionally, but some studies indicate that seniors who consummate that love on a regular basis are healthier than their more celibate counterparts.

Satisfying sex can contribute to better sleep, less stress and more overall contentment. Both men and women who report having regular and satisfying sex as seniors tend to run less risk of cardiovascular disease. While this is often related to a number of factors, such as overall healthy diet and exercise, it’s still worth taking into consideration. Anything that contributes to a happier life will help you feel younger and livelier.

Tips for a Healthy Sex Life

When it comes to discussing senior sex, older men might be uncomfortable, and they may be especially reluctant to discuss it with their partner, even if this is someone they’ve been having sex with for decades.

Talk with Your Partner

However, communication is key to a healthy sex life at any age. Talking openly about your needs, desires and concerns will increase intimacy and enjoyment. Likewise, you may find you need to be more open and flexible about what constitutes sex. It doesn’t have to be all about intercourse. There are many other ways to achieve pleasure with your partner and you should both be open to exploration.

Talk with Your Doctor

Also talk openly with your doctor. When it comes to senior sex, older men should not run for a Viagra prescription at the first sign of a sexual problem. There may be other conditions or medications that are affecting your performance and your doctor can advise you and suggest additional options.

Stay Positive

If you’re single, don’t hesitate to get back into the dating scene. It isn’t easy, but you still need emotional closeness and love. As you explore the possibilities of a new relationship, remember to stay healthy. Not only can avoiding smoking, drugs and excessive alcohol improve your sexual performance, but seniors are also still at risk for STDs and HIV, and you should be communicative and take precautions.

Finally, one of the best ways to maintain a healthy sex life is to stay positive. As a man’s body changes with age, he may feel less attractive and sexy. Maintaining a communicative relationship with your partner will do a lot to help. You may find that your partner still sees you as that incredibly hot guy from all those years ago-the only thing that’s changed is that you’ve just gotten better!