Holding your breath during sex is super normal, say sexologist.
Here are common reasons why and how to stop doing it.
Well, I recently noticed that I stop breathing solo and partnered sex.
Why do I do that, and are there others out there who do this, too?
What does the breathreallydo for us during sex?
How can my fellow breath-holders and I begin to harness our breath to make sex feel even better?
certified sexologist and director of education at Satisfyer
What does holding your breath during sex do physiologically?
(These are just some of the endless thoughts running through my mind post-realization.)
Why do people hold their breath during sex?
There are several reasons for not breathing during sex.
This is a way the body releases fear and embraces and heightens sensations of the moment, White adds.
Orgasmic release is somewhat similar, but more nuanced.
Usually theres also some level of constriction in the body as well, she says.
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What does the breath exactly do for us during sex?
certified sexologist and director of education at Satisfyer
In short:A lot.
Breathing during sex quite literally ensures that all of your sexual machinery can operate properly.
These muscles also intersect with our genitals to support arousal build andorgasmic response.
Its important to remember that theres no right or wrong way of breathing during sex, she says.
Keep in mind that its a relationship and unique to you.
Allow your breath to change, but be conscious of it.
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