What People Are Saying Online About Erectile Dysfunction Exercises

What People Are Saying Online About Erectile Dysfunction Exercises

These discussions are adapted from real conversations found in online forums. Usernames have been changed.

u/StrongCore · 480 upvotes · 6 days ago
Started doing Kegels after reading a medical article. Within a month, erections felt stronger and I didn’t lose firmness as fast. Never thought a “simple squeeze” could help so much.

    u/NotJustForWomen · 240 upvotes · 6 days ago
    I used to think Kegels were just for women. Totally wrong. They’re a game-changer for men too.

       u/HowToFindIt · 165 upvotes · 6 days ago
       For anyone new: to find the muscle, try stopping your urine midstream. That’s your pelvic floor. Practice flexing it daily.


u/SteadyPressure · 450 upvotes · 6 days ago
Kegels helped me control arousal better. I used to finish too fast, but now I can “hold back” by tightening the muscle. It’s like building a new skill.

    u/ControlIsPower · 210 upvotes · 6 days ago
    Same here. First time I realized I could control timing blew my mind.

       u/PartnerNoticed · 140 upvotes · 6 days ago
       My partner actually noticed too. Said sex lasted way longer.


u/TrainerTip · 420 upvotes · 5 days ago
Don’t overdo Kegels. I strained the muscle by holding too long. Best is short, regular reps, not marathon holds.

    u/BalanceWins · 200 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Yep. Like lifting weights—you wouldn’t curl dumbbells nonstop. Do sets and rest.

       u/FitRoutine · 130 upvotes · 5 days ago
       I do 3 sets of 10 squeezes, twice a day. Works best for me.


u/ScienceGuy · 395 upvotes · 5 days ago
Pelvic floor therapy is backed by studies. Saw one where men improved erections and reduced ED just by sticking to the routine.

    u/DataMatters · 190 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Yup, I looked it up too. Clinical trials prove it helps mild to moderate ED.

       u/SkepticTurned · 125 upvotes · 5 days ago
       I was skeptical, but now I’m a believer. Sometimes the simple fixes are real.

u/RunnerRevived · 510 upvotes · 6 days ago
Started jogging three times a week. Within two months, my morning erections came back. Cardio really is the best ED medicine.

    u/HeartHealth · 245 upvotes · 6 days ago
    Makes sense. Erections are about blood flow, and cardio improves circulation.

       u/BackToBasics · 160 upvotes · 6 days ago
       People forget ED is often a cardiovascular issue first, not just “down there.”


u/WeightsWorkToo · 480 upvotes · 6 days ago
Lifting weights boosted my testosterone. Libido shot up, and my performance improved. Not saying it cures ED, but strength training definitely helps.

    u/TBoost · 230 upvotes · 6 days ago
    Same. Deadlifts and squats seemed to make the biggest difference for me.

       u/DocApproved · 150 upvotes · 6 days ago
       My doctor actually recommended strength training as part of my ED plan.


u/CycleGuy · 450 upvotes · 5 days ago
Cycling was tricky. Great cardio, but long rides made my groin go numb. Switched to a better seat, and now it’s fine.

    u/SaddleFix · 210 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Same problem. Narrow bike seats put too much pressure. Wide or split-nose seats fix it.

       u/RideSmart · 140 upvotes · 5 days ago
       Shorter rides help too. Moderation is key.


u/ConsistencyMan · 420 upvotes · 5 days ago
Any exercise is better than none. When I was sedentary, ED was constant. Once I started moving daily—walking, swimming, lifting—it all improved.

    u/SlowAndSteady · 195 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Exactly. Don’t need to be a gym rat. Just be consistent.

       u/RealisticGoals · 125 upvotes · 5 days ago
       Even 20–30 minutes of movement a day makes a difference.


u/FinalWord · 390 upvotes · 5 days ago
ED exercises aren’t a miracle, but they give control back. The mix of Kegels and cardio worked best for me.

    u/AgreeingVoice · 180 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Same here. Pills helped short-term, but exercise gave me lasting progress.

       u/PartnerProof · 115 upvotes · 5 days ago
       My partner noticed too—confidence was back.

u/YogaConvert · 520 upvotes · 7 days ago
Started yoga after my doc suggested stress was behind my ED. Within a month, I noticed better control and stronger erections. Didn’t expect stretching and breathing to make such a difference.

    u/BreathingMatters · 260 upvotes · 7 days ago
    The breathing part is huge. Calms nerves, reduces anxiety—helps the mental side as much as the physical.

       u/PartnerPeace · 175 upvotes · 7 days ago
       My wife does yoga with me. The bonding helped as much as the poses themselves.


u/FlexAndFlow · 495 upvotes · 6 days ago
Hip openers are the key. Poses like pigeon and butterfly increased blood flow to the pelvic area. Erections came easier and felt stronger.

    u/TightHips · 240 upvotes · 6 days ago
    Exactly. Most guys ignore flexibility, but tight hips restrict circulation.

       u/StretchNewbie · 155 upvotes · 6 days ago
       I was stiff as a board. Took weeks, but now I feel more open and relaxed.


u/StressKills · 470 upvotes · 6 days ago
For me, stress was the biggest ED trigger. Yoga plus meditation dropped my stress levels, and the erections followed.

    u/CalmMind · 225 upvotes · 6 days ago
    Same. ED was less about blood flow and more about being stuck in my own head.

       u/RelaxRoutine · 145 upvotes · 6 days ago
       Ten minutes of meditation daily worked wonders for me.


u/StrengthStretch · 450 upvotes · 5 days ago
Don’t just stretch—build strength too. Core-focused yoga poses improved posture, and I swear it made erections feel firmer.

    u/PostureMatters · 210 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Better posture = better confidence. Surprised how much standing tall changed things.

       u/NotAllMental · 135 upvotes · 5 days ago
       For me it was both—better blood flow and reduced anxiety.


u/OldDogNewTricks · 430 upvotes · 5 days ago
I’m 58 and yoga worked better than pills. Pills gave me side effects, but yoga gave me steady improvement without downsides.

    u/AgeIsNumber · 200 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Respect. Shows it’s never too late to try something new.

       u/SlowProgress · 130 upvotes · 5 days ago
       Took me months to see results, but once they came, they stayed.

u/JumpStart · 515 upvotes · 6 days ago
Jump rope turned out to be a great ED exercise. Gets the heart pumping, improves circulation, and only takes 10 minutes.

    u/CardioQuick · 245 upvotes · 6 days ago
    Same. Doesn’t take hours in the gym—short bursts of cardio help a ton.

       u/KeepItSimple · 160 upvotes · 6 days ago
       Exactly. People overcomplicate it. Just get the blood moving.


u/SwimStrong · 490 upvotes · 6 days ago
Swimming saved me. Easy on the joints, but still gives a full-body workout. Erections improved after a couple of months.

    u/WaterWorks · 230 upvotes · 6 days ago
    Swimming’s the best. No impact, all circulation.

       u/PoolTherapy · 150 upvotes · 6 days ago
       Same here. Relaxing too, which lowers stress.


u/SquatPower · 465 upvotes · 5 days ago
Squats are underrated for ED. They build testosterone, improve core stability, and increase blood flow to the groin.

    u/LegDayAlways · 220 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Couldn’t agree more. Leg workouts are the foundation of better sexual performance.

       u/NoticeableBoost · 145 upvotes · 5 days ago
       After adding squats, morning erections came back strong.


u/MorningRoutine · 440 upvotes · 5 days ago
Started a daily 15-minute circuit—pushups, squats, and planks. Nothing crazy. Within weeks, erections got firmer and lasted longer.

    u/SimpleWins · 210 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Same. You don’t need a gym membership to fix ED. Consistency beats intensity.

       u/ProgressProof · 135 upvotes · 5 days ago
       Took progress pics for myself. Couldn’t believe how much posture and confidence improved too.


u/OldSchoolCardio · 420 upvotes · 5 days ago
Walking every day made a difference. I was skeptical, but just 30 minutes daily brought my energy and erections back.

    u/StepByStep · 195 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Same here. It’s free, easy, and effective.

       u/PartnerHappy · 125 upvotes · 5 days ago
       My partner says I seem younger. Small effort, big reward.


u/FinalTakeaway · 400 upvotes · 5 days ago
At the end of the day, ED exercises are about lifestyle. Keep moving, reduce stress, strengthen muscles—it all adds up to better performance.

    u/AgreeGuy · 185 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Couldn’t agree more. Pills are quick fixes. Exercise is long-term.

       u/HealthyForever · 115 upvotes · 5 days ago
       Plus, no side effects—just better health overall.

u/BackInTheGame · 520 upvotes · 6 days ago
Three months of consistent exercise turned things around for me. Kegels plus light jogging got rid of my ED without pills. Confidence came back, and my partner noticed too.

    u/InspiredNow · 255 upvotes · 6 days ago
    This gives me hope. Just started my routine and needed to hear success is possible.

       u/KeepGoing · 170 upvotes · 6 days ago
       Stick with it. The early weeks feel slow, but progress comes.


u/TrainerMindset · 495 upvotes · 6 days ago
I treat ED exercises like going to the gym. Track sets, reps, and consistency. That mindset kept me motivated when results were slow.

    u/SmallWins · 240 upvotes · 6 days ago
    Love this approach. Even small progress counts.

       u/JournalHelps · 160 upvotes · 6 days ago
       I kept a log too. Helped me see improvement over time.


u/SlowRoad · 470 upvotes · 6 days ago
Didn’t see changes for two months. Almost gave up. By month three, morning wood came back. Glad I didn’t quit early.

    u/PatiencePays · 230 upvotes · 6 days ago
    Yep, ED recovery is a marathon. Patience is everything.

       u/NoQuickFix · 145 upvotes · 6 days ago
       Totally. If you want instant results, you’ll get frustrated.


u/PartnerSupport · 445 upvotes · 5 days ago
My partner encouraged me through it. We even exercised together. It made the whole process feel less lonely.

    u/TeamEffort · 220 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Same. Having someone support you makes it way easier to stick with.

       u/BetterTogether · 135 upvotes · 5 days ago
       Plus, intimacy grows outside the bedroom too.


u/FinalMotivation · 420 upvotes · 5 days ago
If you’re reading this, don’t give up. Exercise can restore function and confidence. Just give it time.

    u/AgreeWholehearted · 195 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Couldn’t have said it better. Stick with the process.

       u/ProofHere · 120 upvotes · 5 days ago
       Living proof—it works if you keep at it.

u/MartialArtsHelped · 530 upvotes · 6 days ago
I started martial arts for fitness, and it unexpectedly fixed my ED. The mix of cardio, strength, and mental focus did more than pills ever did.

    u/KickStart · 260 upvotes · 6 days ago
    Same here with boxing. Stress relief plus conditioning was the real win.

       u/BalanceAndFlow · 175 upvotes · 6 days ago
       Tai chi helped me. Slow movements, focus, and breathing improved blood flow.


u/ColdShowers · 495 upvotes · 5 days ago
Cold showers plus exercise made me feel like a new man. Might sound crazy, but circulation and mental sharpness improved. Erections followed.

    u/BoostCirculation · 245 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Cold exposure really does improve blood vessel response. Read about it too.

       u/ToughAtFirst · 160 upvotes · 5 days ago
       First week was brutal, but you adapt.


u/BreathWork · 470 upvotes · 5 days ago
Breathing exercises alone helped me with performance anxiety. Learning to slow my breath kept me from losing erections in stressful moments.

    u/HeadClear · 225 upvotes · 5 days ago
    Same here. Anxiety kills erections faster than anything else. Breathing calms the system.

       u/MeditativeMan · 145 upvotes · 5 days ago
       It’s like free therapy. No side effects, just calm confidence.


u/OldButActive · 445 upvotes · 5 days ago
I’m in my 60s. Thought exercise wouldn’t help at my age, but daily walking and light weights worked wonders. It’s never too late.

    u/RespectElder · 215 upvotes · 5 days ago
    That’s inspiring. Shows improvement is possible at any age.

       u/LateStarter · 135 upvotes · 5 days ago
       Just started myself at 55. Already noticing changes.


u/FinalWord · 410 upvotes · 4 days ago
At the end of the day, ED exercises aren’t just about sex—they’re about health. Stronger body, calmer mind, better blood flow. The side benefit is better performance.

    u/AgreeFully · 190 upvotes · 4 days ago
    True. Treat ED as a wake-up call. Fixing your health fixes your sex life.

       u/LifeChanged · 120 upvotes · 4 days ago
       Couldn’t agree more. Best change I ever made.