Many women experience periods of reduced libido from time to time. Everyday stresses cause fatigue and often result in a reduced desire for sexual activity. Outside responsibilities--such as parenting activities and work-related concerns--can reduce a female's level of sexual interest as well. While many of these temporary situations often resolve on their own, focusing on your physical health and sexual sensations can help increase your libido. Kegel exercises are designed to tighten the pelvic floor muscles and may increase your sexual enjoyment. According to the Mayo Clinic, Kegel exercises can increase a woman's libido.
Pelvic Floor Muscles
Your pelvic floor muscles help with urinary continence, as well as provide enjoyable sensations during sexual activities. While doctors recommend Kegel exercises to help with incontinence, strengthening your pelvic floor muscles can also increase your awareness of your sexuality and help you direct your focus on enjoyable sensations.
Location
Locate and identify your pelvic floor muscles. Sit on the toilet and urinate. After you begin urinating, try to stop the flow of urine. The motion that stops the flow of urine is the same motion that exercises your pelvic floor muscles. Use this technique only as a way to identify the feeling of squeezing the correct muscles. Do not repeatedly perform this activity while urinating. Continued practice during urination may weaken the muscles and increase your risk of developing a urinary tract infection. Once you identify the muscles, you are ready to begin your Kegel exercises.
Method
Empty your bladder, and then lie down on your back on the floor. Relax and focus on the location of your pelvic floor muscles. Contract your pelvic floor muscles, and hold for a count of five. Continue to breathe regularly throughout the exercise. Slowly relax your muscles, counting again to five while releasing the contraction. Rest for about five seconds and repeat the exercise.
Increasing Strength
Repeat the exercise a couple more times during the first day. Gradually work up to three sets of 10 repetitions per day. Increase your contraction to hold each squeeze for a count of 10, relaxing for 10 seconds between the contractions.
Benefits
You can perform Kegel exercises discreetly in a variety of locations, even while doing other activities. Once you feel comfortable performing the squeezes in a prone position, practice them in a chair or while you stand. With practice, you may find these easy to perform while completing simple tasks, such as checking your email, watching television or commuting to work.
