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Ditch the Pill, Hit the Mill: New Study Says Exercise Rivals Viagra for ED


No Pill, No Problem

Why rely on meds when you can just break a sweat? A groundbreaking study published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine asserts that aerobic exercise can be as effective as pills like Viagra in tackling erectile dysfunction (ED).

Science Backs the Sweat

Here’s the breakdown: the study, led by Larry E. Miller, PhD, founder of Miller Scientific Consulting, examined 1,100 men. Those who worked out for 30-60 minutes, three to five times a week, saw significant gains in, well, their gains. And the more severe the ED, the better the improvement.

It’s a Heart Thing

Amy Pearlman, MD, a urologist specializing in male sexual health, and Rahul Mehan, MD, founder of East Valley Urology Center, agree: your ticker’s health is a good indicator of your, um, other performance metrics. Exercise improves cardiovascular health, so it’s like a two-for-one deal on wellness.

Age Is Just a Number

Regardless of age or health condition, men saw improvement. So whether you’re a young buck or a seasoned vet, aerobic exercise can offer a performance boost beyond the gym. Why mess with side effects from ED meds when you can just join a WOD?

The Doctor’s New Order

Ditch the pharmacy run. Exercise is the new prescription for ED, and this isn’t just gym folklore. According to Miller, this is “a proven approach backed by high-quality data from randomized studies.”


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Sources: The Journal of Sexual Health, Miller Scientific Consulting, East Valley Urology Center, Prime Institute

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