When you are in your 50’s your life changes for good. Your priorities, the way you look at things around you, your relationships and most important of all, your body – all of them change. Though we are in an era where age does not define everything, and you do not have to be bound by stereotypes of the past generations (those who believed that sex and a fun filled life is only for young people) there are certain realities of aging that you still have to deal with. If you do not deal with these realities in time it could end up affecting your sexual health.
Tackle the dryness:
Vaginal dryness is a problem that some women start experiencing when they are in their 50’s due to the decrease in the amount of estrogen in their system. This in turn affects the vaginal lubrication and causes dryness. Reduced or lack of adequate lubrication could make sex a painful experience for you and it also increases your risk of contracting vaginal or urinary infections. Reduced lubrication also means less sensation and women often have a tough time reaching orgasm. Even when they do, it is not as intense as it was in when they were younger. If you are facing this issue, it is advisable that you consult your physician and opt for a vaginal lubricant. These products will help you overcome the vaginal dryness issue and enable you to enjoy sex better with your partner.
Pay attention to stress:
As a woman, you can easily get stressed as you might often find yourself in situations where you have too many things on your plate. There are umpteen things that could stress a woman. It could be something as simple as purchasing a new pair of jeans to something as important as worrying about your finances. Apart from this the fast paced routines, the crazy diets as well as unhealthy lifestyles that you subject yourself to do not help. When you are stressed it affects your libido. So pay attention to stress and find ways to relax. This could mean having some “me” time doing something that you love or it could be a relaxing massage or just talking a walk in the park or on the beach.
Pay attention to your changing body:
As you enter your 50’s it is very important that you pay attention to your changing body. Bear in mind that your metabolism would not be at its peak thus it is advisable that you concentrate on your diet. Include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables so that your diet contains antioxidants. These nutrients help lower your cholesterol and support healthy digestion. Along with a healthy diet do not forget to exercise regularly. Exercising regularly and maintaining an active lifestyle keeps you healthy and builds your strength and stamina. It also helps reduce stress and keeps your heart strong. Pilates or yoga classes are also recommended as they help with flexibility, keep your joints lubricated and your mind calm.
Apart from exercises it is also important that you stimulate your brain which in turn keeps you lively. Some of the activities that you could pursue are meditation, learning a new language, engaging in a debate and picking up a new hobby. Many people in their 50′s enjoy gardening, sailing or taking an RV across the country. Setting goals also helps as this activates the area of your brain which is linked to action and positive thinking. All in all these healthy habits benefit your health and sex life too.
When you pay attention to these details you will realize that you are no longer limited by the changes that take place in your body. You will have the confidence to concentrate on your relationship and bring back the excitement to your life.
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