As the men improved their fitness levels, they said the sex kept getting better. But don't overdo it, warns Dr. Crenshaw, because exercising to the extreme can be detrimental to sex. Also, you should start from a modest pace and build up, says Dr. Butler. If you're not already in good physical condition, you might do more harm than good if you start with an exercise plan that's too rigorous. Throw out the smokes.
Nicotine constricts blood vessels, making it hard for blood to flow to the penis.
Your medication could be robbing you of that erection. If you suspect your medication is hurting your love life, ask your doctor to switch to another type of medication or to lower your dosage, she says. Heart disease, cancer, high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes can all make men impotent. Remember your member. It's a cycle, says Dr. Cooper.