How Exercising Can Improve Your Sex Life

thevaginaliberator
May 22
2 min read

Updated: Jul 23

Move Your Body, Elevate Your Pleasure

Exercise does the body so much good—and I’m not just talking about the number on the scale or the way your jeans fit. I want to encourage you to move your body throughout the week, not because of some rigid fitness goal, but because you deserve to feel good—inside and out.

Here’s what regular movement unlocks:

A brighter mood and a clearer mind
A boost in self-confidence
A deeper sense of desirability—yes, even (and especially) to yourself

You don’t need to be a gym rat or training for a marathon. Just 30 minutes of movement a day can radically transform how you feel in your body—and how your body responds to pleasure.

Let’s Talk Sex (Yes, Exercise Helps There Too)

When you move regularly, blood flow improves—including to your genitals. That means:

Increased arousal
Heightened sensitivity
Stronger, more intense orgasms
A deeper connection to your sensuality

Physical activity also supports hormone regulation and stamina, which translates to more energy and endurance between the sheets. It even helps improve your body image, so you feel more comfortable expressing yourself sexually—without the mental distractions of self-criticism.

Want Better Sex? Start With These 3 Simple Moves:

Take a brisk walk around your neighborhood (or hop on the treadmill)—start your day with circulation and intention.
Ride your bike or skate—make it playful, not punishing.
Practice yoga or stretching—loosen up tension and invite flexibility and breath into your body (and your sex life).

Why It Matters

Exercise lowers cortisol (your stress hormone) and boosts dopamine and serotonin—your brain's natural "feel-good" chemicals. When you feel more relaxed, more confident, and more emotionally regulated, you’re able to show up for intimacy with presence and passion.

Let’s keep it a buck: the best sex happens when we feel mentally and physically open. So why not create that space on purpose?

Pleasure Starts With You

Think of movement as a form of self-care that sets the tone for your entire day—and night. Then, take it one step further by creating a self-pleasure practice that centers your joy and curiosity.

Open your copy of Table For One, and explore what feels good to you—on your terms, in your body, with no performance pressure. Because this isn’t just about sex. It’s about reconnecting with your body, honoring your needs, and reclaiming your power.

You deserve that time. You deserve that pleasure. You deserve you.

Click here to grab your copy of Table For One!