{"id":44071,"date":"2024-10-31T07:14:17","date_gmt":"2024-10-31T06:14:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/?p=44071"},"modified":"2026-03-29T22:23:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T20:23:17","slug":"how-many-calories-does-an-orgasm-burn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/how-many-calories-does-an-orgasm-burn\/","title":{"rendered":"How Many Calories Does an Orgasm Burn?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Although sex and masturbation don\u2019t always lead to orgasms, they often do. Besides feeling amazing, having an orgasm can also burn calories.<\/span><\/p>\n

That brings us to our question of the day \u2013 can having an orgasm burn calories?<\/em>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Orgasmic Fitness<\/h2>\n

Much like other forms of exercise, the number of calories you burn during sex depends on how vigorous your session is. A slow sex session is probably <\/span>equivalent to a gentle yoga class, whereas intense sex with multiple positions can be more like crossfit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There is limited research on how many calories are burned during sex because of the many variables, including sex, weight, age, and the type of sex.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

One study<\/a> found that on average, during sex men burn about 4.2 calories per minute (101 calories per session), while women burn an average of 3.1 calories per minute (69 calories per session).\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Other <\/span>studies<\/span><\/a> suggest that having sex gives roughly the same cardiovascular boost as climbing a couple flights of stairs or going for a brisk walk.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While these studies were done on straight couples, it\u2019s safe to assume that in queer relationships, the person who\u2019s putting in more work is likely burning more calories (commonly referred to as ‘tops’).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Okay, but what about a single orgasm?<\/span><\/p>\n

Both males and females experience rhythmic pelvic floor contractions during an orgasm. These contractions take energy, as does your heart as your heart rate increases during sex.<\/span><\/p>\n

Unfortunately, there\u2019s no clear research on exactly how much you burn during a single orgasm. But based on research done on calories used during sex, it\u2019s safe to say you likely burn a handful of them while you climax.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Are Orgasms a Replacement for Exercise?<\/h2>\n

Burning calories is probably not your priority when it comes to having sex and should not be a replacement for exercise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Having an orgasm, even if it\u2019s from vigorous sex, does not offer enough physical activity or cardiovascular benefits to replace your workout routine. Certain positions probably offer more calorie-burning benefits like cowgirl, doggy style and standing positions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Although orgasms certainly aren\u2019t going to help you meet your fitness goals without a solid workout plan, they do offer another benefit \u2013 helping you form a deeper connection with your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Generally speaking, the more connected you are with your body, the more likely you are to want to take care of it. So, in a way, having more orgasms can help motivate you to move your body in other ways, and vice versa.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How To Have More Orgasms<\/h2>\n

It’s clear by how many research this topic that most people want more orgasms, and more often. Here are some tips to do so:<\/p>\n