Excessive exercise doesn’t cause erectile dysfunction (ED), but it can increase certain health risks.
While regular exercise has many well-known health benefits, excessive exercise may have some health risks.
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But there’s no evidence suggesting that too much exercise causes erectile dysfunction (ED). In fact, research shows that lack of exercise can cause ED.
Here’s what the research says about exercise and ED, including causes, precautions, and when to seek medical help.
The simple answer is no, exercise doesn’t cause ED. Research shows the opposite is true: a lack of exercise can cause ED.
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One reason is that erectile function is linked to cardiovascular health. Lack of exercise or a sedentary lifestyle
Growing evidence suggests exercise can also help prevent and improve ED:
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2018 review found strong evidence in more than 10 studies that regular physical activity improves erectile difficulties in men with ED. - A
large study from 2003 of more than 31,000 men showed a reduced risk of ED in men who exercised regularly. - A
2017 review found regular weekly aerobic exercise of moderate to vigorous intensity helped improve ED.
Researchers believe exercise improves ED through several
Sports and ED
Although research shows that exercise is beneficial for ED, some research suggests certain sports may be associated with ED.
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