10 Shocking Health Benefits Of Sex

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Strengthens Pelvic Muscles

“Whenever people orgasm, their pelvic muscles contract, so it’s kind of like doing your Kegels,” Dr. Vrangalova told Insider.

“Sexual activity that includes genital vibration, in particular, may help strengthen your pelvic muscles, by increasing blood flow to the pelvic floor and activating the muscles. So your vibrating toy doesn’t just feel good, it may also have physical health benefits. And vibrating sex toys are often a sex life saver for many people with lower sensitivity in their genital area (like people who are postmenopausal, people with urinary incontinence, those who have sexual dysfunctions, or multiple sclerosis, who often struggle with reaching sexual arousal and orgasm.”

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