20 Things You Should Know About Sex

If the very thought of sex is enough to bring on a headache, think again. And again. Science says that simply slipping into the zone can really get you started. What’s more, there’s a bed full of reasons that a good sex life is great for your health. Here are 20 passion-provoking facts about sex to revive your mojo.

1. It’s in his kiss.
Studies show that women tend to assess a man’s suitability by his smooch. And great kissing most likely leads to sex.

2. He likes the cuddling part, too,
and not just because he’s half comatose when you snuggle up after sex. During lovemaking, both men and women release the chemical oxytocin—the so-called cuddle hormone that helps new mums bond with their babies. So what does that mean for men? Oxytocin boosts their desire for intimacy, along with their feelings of trust, according to a 2008 study from the University of Zurich. And in this case, what’s good for the gander is good for the goose.

3. The musky smell of a sweaty man
who’s damp from a workout may be on the nose for some, but for a lot of women, it’s quite a turn-on. In a 2007 study from the University of California, the scent of a man elevated women’s sexual arousal, mood, heart rate, blood pressure and breathing rate.

4. If your sex life isn’t so hot, perhaps you’re cold.
Research shows that couples with cold feet had a harder time reaching orgasm—only 50 per cent made it. When couples put on socks, this jumped to 80.

5. Fantasy is fabulous.
In a US news poll, more than half of all adults said they talk about their fantasies to boost their sex lives. The most common? Unexpected sex, threesomes and sex at work.

6. Less sex, more work
If you’re not having sex, chances are you’re working more. Men and women both turn to work to fill the void when they have sex less than once a week, according to a German survey of 32,000 people.

7. Sez who?
When it comes to how big, how often and how many times in one night, your friends are lying.

8. It’s never too late.
Even if sex is something you do only on birthdays, you can always get your groove back—just have sex! You may have to force yourself at first, but the more you do it, the more you’ll want!

9. If you’re too tired, too bad for him
The best thing about being a grown-up is that you can do—or not do—whatever you want. Say it nicely, and your partner should understand—once in a while—if you have a headache or want to watch Desperate Housewives rather than make love. Just make sure your excuses don’t become a habit.

10 Marrieds do it more.
Contrary to popular belief, if you’ve entered into matrimony, you’re having more sex than single people are. On average, married people have sex 69 times per year (nine more than single people do, according to a study by the National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago in the US).

11. Get toey.
Toes are a key erogenous zone for both men and women, along with fingers, earlobes and the backs of the knees.

12. Size matters—to him.
A survey found that 85 per cent of women were happy with their man’s penis size (nearly half the men were not).

13. Variety can spice up your life
—and your bedroom. Try something new to bring a little excitement to a stale routine.


14. It’s not you, it’s him.
As their testosterone levels start to drop, many men go through their own form of menopause. After the age of 40, these levels decline by approximately 1 per cent per year, with a steep drop from the ages of 45 to 50. So, if he takes longer or is less gung-ho, go easy on him, and yourself.

15. You might be obsessed with your weight===, but he really doesn’t care that you don’t fit into your old pair of jeans.

16. He doesn’t mind if you ditch the lingerie
and rug up in his old T-shirt.

17. Romance can last.
New research shows that long-term relationships can keep their sexual chemistry and intensity firing. A US study says it’s probably a good thing if they’re missing the passion of short-term unions, because it means they’re also free of anxiety and insecurity.

18. Say ohh instead of om.
Craving yogic calm? Danish research found that women experience no emotions during orgasm—including fear, anxiety and stress. So, that’s no worries about bills, kids or work!

19. Hold the phone!
It’s the next best thing to being there, but not many forty-somethings realise it.

20. Intercourse doesn’t cut it.
In case you thought you were the only one, you’ll want to know that nearly one-third of women don’t orgasm during intercourse. Thrusting rarely stimulates the clitoris, our most reliable source for the ultimate pleasure. But there are other ways!


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