Good News, Experts Say Having Sex Counts As A Workout

Cancel your gym memberships, because there's no need to venture out of your home for a workout.  No, I'm not talking about buying a bunch of home gym workout equipment.  It turns out you can get in a solid workout from the comfort of your own bed.

A recent survey conducted by Peloton revealed that 72% of Americans believe that sex is a workout.  What is wrong with the other 28%?  Am I right?

Experts agree that sex is a workout and part of overall wellness. (Image Credit: Getty)

Thankfully, the so-called experts agree with the majority on this one.  Sex expert Jaimee Bell told the NY Post, "Great sex is wonderful for your well being, whether you’re single or in a relationship.  It helps us connect with our bodies and brings us into the present."

That's not all a good cardio session in the bedroom can do for you.  Bell added, "It can also reduce stress, improve sleep quality, and benefit our overall mood.  In a relationship, sex boosts emotional bonding, enhances communication, and deepens trust."

If you're not yet sold on the idea of replacing workouts with sex, as I am, don't worry we've got more expert testimony on the subject to get through.  Emily Morse, a sex expert who just so happens to host the #1 relationship podcast, Sex with Emily - genius name by the way - had this to add.

She said, "There’s variation, of course, between a five-minute quickie and vigorous, athletic sex that lasts for hours.  Sex is different for each person, every single time."

There Are Some Types Of Workouts That Are Better Than Others

I don't know about you, but my notebook is filling up fast with all of these insights into the study of sex as a workout.  Now here, seriously, is where you're going to want to write a few things down.  If your goal is to burn a few extra calories, that is.

There are a few positions that can help the maximize the calorie burn, according to a study by the luxury sex toy company Lelo.  The Butter Churner, Standing, and The Kneeling Wheelbarrow all sound like a lot of work and on average burn more calories.

Hand up, I haven't seen the sex toy company's work on how they determined these were the calorie burning moves, but I trust they know a little something on the topic.

If you come away with anything from this, it should be, which Morse pointed out, "Sex is a pillar of personal wellness, just like good sleep and nutrition."

You hear that?  A pillar of personal wellness.  That sounds important and, if done properly, it can replace a workout.