senior kissing before senior sexAging should not hinder older adults and seniors from having an active and satisfying sex life. Contrary to what most people believe, sex is not just for young couples. Everyone desires to feel loved and receive affection. In fact, a lot of seniors continue to be sexually active even after 80 years old.

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According to recent studies, more and more seniors have reported an improved sex life as they age. While the body may not be as limber as it used to be, there are still a lot of ways you can have a fulfilling and enjoyable sex life. One must pay close attention and learn how to adapt to the changing needs of your body in order to make senior sex a little more pleasurable.

Here are some tips to make senior sex more enjoyable and satisfying:

1. Do not rush it. S-L-O-W down

2. Communicate. Communicate. Communicate
3. Explore and be creative
4. Learn to adjust
5. Stay healthy and fit
6. Check With Your Doctor
7. Keep that spark alive

Do not rush it. Take your time

Our body changes as we age. Seniors who want to continue to be sexually active need to learn how to adapt to these changes. When it comes to becoming aroused, it still pays to be patient and to take your time. It is important to allow yourself and your partner to build the excitement. Snuggling, hugging, kissing, massaging, and caressing will help you set the mood. Remember not to rush it. Take time to create a romantic ambiance and allocate more time -lots of time for foreplay in order to make sexual intercourse more pleasurable. Remember, if you want to enjoy and be satisfied, do it nice and s-l-o-w.

Communicate. Communicate. Communicate.

Communication is key. The more you talk to one another, the easier it is for your partner to know your feelings, expectations and desires. Tell him or her what makes you feel good in order to make sex more satisfying and enjoyable. Your partner wants to please you as well, so he or she will listen to what you like. In most cases, talking about sex and foreplay can make you feel sexy and easily turned on. So speak up, don’t be shy. Be direct.

Explore and be creative

Spice it up a notch by exploring more options that can help give you more pleasure like engaging in oral sex, masturbation, using sex toys and finding new intercourse positions. Be creative and experiment with different positions until you find the ones that will please you and your partner.

Learn to adjust

Because of the aging process, having sex can be challenging. This is due to all the physical, mental and emotional changes you go through. However, learning how to adapt to these changes will help make senior sex not only easier but also more enjoyable.

Age-related changes are different for men and women. For senior men, erectile dysfunction may be a problem because of the decrease in hormone levels. If this is an issue, talk to your physician about erectile dysfunction or other erection problems to get advice and treatment. If medication is prescribed, it is important to ask about possible side effects that may affect not only your sexual relationship, but your body as well.

For senior women, vaginal dryness may be an issue. If this is the case, don’t worry. There is a wide-variety of over-the-counter water-based lubricants available for purchase, including those with different scents, flavors, colors, etc. Lubricants will help relieve vaginal dryness to make sexual intercourse more comfortable and pleasurable.

Stay healthy and fit

Eating healthy and exercising regularly are key ingredients that will help seniors look younger, feel better and enjoy life even more. Health and fitness can also help improve your sex life by giving you the strength you will need to last longer during sexual intercourse.

Eat a balanced diet and include lots of fruits and vegetables in your meal. It is also important to limit your alcohol-intake as it may decrease sexual arousal. Based on research, too much alcohol may cause erectile problems for men and women may experience difficulty in reaching an orgasm.

Check with your doctor

Due to the aging process, there are a lot of things that can interfere with being sexually active. As you approach your golden years, you may experience more and more physical ailments like high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and other medical conditions, which can make you less interested in sex.

Medications may interfere with sexual function as well. If sexual problems, including erectile dysfunction, arise due to these conditions, consult your doctor to receive proper medication. Be sure to discuss your medical condition, any prescription questions or possible medication side effects with your physician. It is advisable to take your partner when you talk to your doctor so you can both understand and learn how to resolve the your sexual circumstances together. By doing this, not only will the both of you become more understanding of each other’s needs and limitations, but also sex and the relationship will become more meaningful and special.

Keep that spark alive

Spending quality time with your loved one is the best way to keep the spark alive. Try to set aside time for each other so you can do things together. Perhaps watch a movie, go out to a romantic dinner, plan a weekend getaway, or simply cuddle in bed. Try to remember the feeling when you first started dating and the things that made you fall in love with each other. These things will definitely help set the mood.

As you get older, you need to be aware and ready to adapt to the changing needs of your bodies in order to make senior sex more satisfying and enjoyable. Remember, age should not be a hindrance to having an active and satisfying sex life.

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