Better Sex for the Mature Person

As far as sex goes for those who are 60-plus it is a case of use it or lose it. The reason seniors should continue with the practice of sex is the same reason that they exercise - to take care of themselves. So do it whether you feel like it or not.

Of course sex for the older person is different from that of the younger person (who of course invented it). Young people have sex for fun and to procreate for the older person it is for recreation.

Stress for the older couple is less on performance but on satisfaction. That is ok as it allows for re-discovering sensuality, which is so important for people who are going through the natural maturing process and may find that there are changes in their sexual functions. There can be no escaping the fact that as we age our physiology changes.

Let us get past the myth that sex equals full-blown intercourse. There are a huge variety of sexual pleasures that can be enjoyed and each must find their own. At this point we have to open up and communicate. And I am afraid to say that here in the States one of our big hang- ups is to be able to speak freely about sex.

Better Sex for the Mature Woman

The difference between men and women where sex is concerned is simple....men are usually worried about erections and women get concerned about opportunity.

For the older woman there is the problem of intercourse being painful due to declining estrogen level, which is responsible for the thinning of vaginal tissues. Hormone Replacement Therapy can be of use here but due to the fact that this is increasingly becoming linked to heart disease and breast cancer doctors are preferring to only uses this treatment for the relief of hot flashes.

But not to worry condoms and sex toys do come lubricated and there are many lubricants on the market that can be purchased. Be sure to choose those that are water-based and not oil-based.

For women they need to feel the desire for sex and this can be flag in the older woman but testosterone can be of use here for both women and men.

And most important if an older woman loses her husband or partner she must not give up. Go out and get a man for your health's sake. Romance and physical touching is important right to the end.

Better Sex for the Mature Man

For men, along with women, sexuality starts with desire. It is libido that starts the whole process. Testosterone levels decrease with age so if there is a problem maybe the first step is to get your testosterone levels checked.

Ask yourself these questions:

Is your sex drive decreased lately?

Do you feel that your erections aren't as strong as they used to be?

Have your energy levels decreased?

Are you not as tall?

Is life less enjoyable than it used to be?

Do you feel sad or grumpy?

Do you sleep after dinner?

Answering yes to three or more of the above may indicate that your testosterone levels need checking.

If you are taking Viagara to increase sexual performance, which is a great way to kick start things it will not work correctly if your testosterone levels are low.

Basically if you are low on testosterone you erection that is aided by Viagra will be soft. Sort the testosterone out and the erection will equal that of a 20-year-old.

So all in all for the 60-plus male and female an active sex life is healthy and should be enjoyed. For best results stay healthy, avoid anything such as tobacco that decreases sexual function and find yourself a good and permanent mate.