Recently a group of academics in Scotland decided to run a piece of clinical research into the link between general health and sexual activity. The idea was simple. They proposed that people who feel fit and healthy are more likely to engage in sex than those who feel sad and depressed. The problem, as always with matters concerning sexual activity, was how to measure results. There are a number of internationally approved questionnaires designed to test attitudes and abilities in the different sexual activities. The researchers picked those that seemed most appropriate and set about recruiting a statistically significant number of older participants. They ended up with a good number of couples from 40 upwards, all of whom claimed they were prepared to talk honestly about their sexual experiences. The researchers began by dividing the group into those who claimed no current problems and those who admitted to some difficulty. They were then allocated to different groups. All received guidance on diet, seeking to reduce the number of calories consumed and improve the cholesterol levels in the blood. Some were introduced to the delights of regular dance sessions where they were encouraged to learn new steps and remember old favorites. A further group were already gardeners. They were given targets for growing a range of different fresh vegetables in their yards. The intention was to ensure they all spent a regular amount of time hoeing, digging, raking and generally turning over the earth. A final group were told to walk reasonably long distances with increasing enthusiasm - they were to aim at fully aerobic exercise. Allowing for this being Scotland which has a tendency to be wet, windy and sometimes cold, the trial began in the early spring and continued into the fall.

When the results of regular reports from the couples were analyzed, it was clear that those who engaged in the most demanding exercise found the greatest improvement in their levels of sexual satisfaction. After some three months, men who had previously reported some degree of erectile dysfunction were able to achieve an erection hard enough to achieve penetration. Couples who had no previous history of difficulty reported an improvement in their stamina which enabled them to enjoy longer periods of activity before sleep overcame them. Although it was not formally a part of the survey, all the participants lost a reasonable amount of weight and found a general improvement in mood. Even though many might have been sad to see the short summer go by and winter come early, they all remained more positive.

Although this may seem a slightly odd form of research, it is part of a general program to measure sexual activity against body types in different cultures. In Scotland, gardening, walking and dance are socially acceptable and popular. In the US, walking is considered eccentric and the opportunity to dance not always available. However, the general message emerging from research around the world is that older people who remain physically active and maintain a healthy body weight enjoy a more active sex life. Those who find the years are dragging them down rely on cialis, the best of the drugs to counter erectile dysfunction. Whether you choose the weekend or the once-daily version, buy cialis for a natural response to sexual stimulation in men of all ages.