Every man has been there once or a billion times before. He’s played one round of ball and is ready for the next. Well, at least mentally he is; his penis has other ideas. Why is a man’s penis benching him for a few innings before he gets his next at-bat? Simple, it’s the refractory period, or what’s known as that magical time between erections when the little head stops thinking for the big one (at least for a little while). Every man (and woman) has this built-in time-out, but they...

Every man has a weak erection from time to time; that’s just the way a man’s body works. Maybe he’s too tired, perhaps he’s already had too much pleasure, or maybe he’s just not feeling his best. But in most cases, that weak erection is a very rare thing, and he can usually pinpoint exactly what happened - so there’s no lingering worry.

But what happens when weak erections become the norm? Before heading to the doctor, think about what might be lacking in penis care that could ...

Every man has a weak erection from time to time; that’s just the way a man’s body works. Maybe he’s too tired, perhaps he’s already had too much pleasure, or maybe he’s just not feeling his best. But in most cases, that weak erection is a very rare thing, and he can usually pinpoint exactly what happened - so there’s no lingering worry.

But what happens when weak erections become the norm? Before heading to the doctor, think about what might be lacking in penis care that could ...

Erections are everywhere - on commercials on TV, in ads on the internet, and even in movies that don’t include a guy delivering a pizza to a woman without enough money to pay for it (nudge-nudge-wink-wink). All of these images keep boners on the brain, so it’s no wonder that when a man can’t summon his soldier, he gets concerned. Here’s the thing - weak erections are a common issue to have; if they weren’t, there wouldn’t be a $1.65 billion industry around to treat it. However, a...

The mood is set, and you’ve got the woman of your dreams anxiously awaiting her ticket to the Big Show. Candles lit, Barry White is on, and your junk is, well, junk. Your star player is being called to the Big Leagues, and he’s pulling a no-show. Instead of a Louisville Slugger in your shorts, there’s a weak hot dog even the most frugal vendor wouldn’t sell. So what gives?

Before panic sets in, take a knee and regroup. There are plenty of harmless reasons a man can find himself wit...

It happens to the most virile of men: he gets a droopy noodle. Either the big guy won’t get up, or he seems to get up reluctantly and groggy in a half-hearted sort of erection. A weak erection is nothing to be casual about, and a man has many ways he can fix it. However, he may not have thought of this way: eat more veggies. Could a bunch of carrots lead to stronger erections? Let’s look at the data.

How the Male Diet Can Cause Weak Erections

According to a study by the CDC, men and ...

Premature ejaculation can cause a lot of issues for a man. Not only can it cause embarrassment, self-esteem plummeting, and reduced pleasure, it can also drive a wedge between him and his partner. Thankfully, science has developed a few products to help guys suffering from premature ejaculation issues. One, in particular, is lidocaine, which calms down the oversensitive of the penis while erect. Lidocaine creams and sprays both contain this strong erection helper, but there are a few differen...

There are few things more frustrating for a man than a weak erection. When the wind is out of his sail, a man can feel very angry, confused, and bad about himself. However, over 50 percent of men have issues with erectile function at some point in their lives, so don’t get down – get solutions instead. Here are seven ways a man can raise his erection from the dead.

#1: Lose the Spare Tire

Dunlap syndrome can rob men of boners – it’s true. Obesity is quickly becoming the top killer in...

At some point in a man’s life, he may find it difficult to summon or maintain an erection. Like the Boogie Man and Jeepers Creepers, this thought can sit in the dark recesses of a man’s mind causing worry and anxiety. Once it happens, a thousand warning lights go off. However, take a breath and relax. For many men, this happens on occasion and is not a cause for serious concern. For men who have difficulty getting or maintaining an erection 25% of the time or more, it may be a warning fla...

Sometimes the wind blows a certain way, a sexy text comes in, or a head-turning woman walks by. It’s natural to feel a little stirring in one’s trousers when these things happen. But what happens when an erection pops up for no reason and often in the worst places? A random unwanted erection happens when a boner pops without sexual stimulation. While unwanted, they are completely normal. Think about it, morning wood is a common phenomenon for most men. However, if unwanted erections keep ...

Who can forget Steve Carrell in The Forty-Year-Old Virgin waking up and trying to manage a very rigid and ready morning penis? While it gets a lot of laughs and guys nod at the reality of the situation, it’s actually a really important bodily function. In fact, if a man isn’t regularly waking up with a woody, he may need to book some quality time with his doctor or urologist. Waking up with post-sleep erection is a very clear sign of a healthy penis.

Erections in a Nutshell

To understand...

Boners…how exactly do they happen? What does what to call the soldier to order? Let’s look at how a thought turns into a woody and all the ways to bring him down and keep him healthy.

The Physiology of an Erection: An Anatomy Lesson

Let’s start at the very beginning. To understand the physiology of an erection, it’s important to know the body parts that make the magic happen. The brain will actually be the impetus of the process. The penis has two chambers inside of it called the cor...

There’s nothing quite so disappointing as a soldier that will not come when called. However, this is something that most men experience at some point in their lives. But don’t call the doc for the little blue pill quite yet, there are several commonsense ways to fight a weak erection. Let’s try those first.

Tip #1: Trim That Waistline!

Protruding gut stopping you from seeing or feeling your erection? It’s time to lose weight! Many men who find their middle expanding also have a high...

There’s no shortage of slang terms for the biological response known as “nocturnal penile tumescence.” There’s everything from morning wood to pitching a tent to getting a visit from the boner fairy and more. But what causes men to wake up with an erect member? Is it only a sexy dream that causes this undercover stirring or is there something more to it? This extremely common morning present is actually a good sign. Read on to learn more about why men get erections during sleep.

The ...

There are tons of things that are betters in two: peas and carrots, vitamin C and E, and Jack and Diane. They just bring out the best in each other. It’s the same case for L-Carnitine and ED medication when it comes to strong erections. Separately, both contribute to greater vasodilation and blood flow which creates stronger erections for men who suffer from Erectile Dysfunction (ED) or intermittent bouts of erectile difficulty as brought on by stress or life situations. Let’s look at bot...

At some point in a man’s life, he may find it difficult to summon or maintain an erection. Like the Boogie Man and Jeepers Creepers, this thought can sit in the dark recesses of a man’s mind causing worry and anxiety. Once it happens, a thousand warning lights go off. However, take a breath and relax. For many men, this happens on occasion and is not a cause for serious concern. For men who have difficulty getting or maintaining an erection 25% of the time or more, it may be a warning fla...

It’s kind of amazing how body parts that are nowhere near the penis can play an important role in the physiology of an erection. For example, an erect penis doesn’t come about simply because an attractive person strokes it (although that also is part of the process). Instead, a tiny little organ called the hypothalamus can play a big part in turning a soft member into a healthily erect penis at the appropriate time.

A brain part

The hypothalamus is a small part of the brain that play...

Aside from people with fetishes in this area, no one really enjoys feelings of pain, and men especially tend to avoid anything that causes penis pain. Fortunately, careful attention to good penis health often reduces the chances of unwanted penis pain, but there are always exceptions. Certainly, accidents involving the penis and a zipper can happen, for example. But some men experience a different kind of penis pain, one which is related to the erections they experience over the course of th...

Many men believe erectile dysfunction means they can’t get it up at all, but for some men, the reality is a little more complex. Some men suffer from a weak erection - meaning they can get it up, but it doesn’t get hard enough for them to engage in sexual intercourse with a partner. Though most men have suffered from the occasional weak erection (especially during a period of time when they weren’t paying enough attention to penis care, erections that are consistently weak are cause fo...

Part of being an adult male is knowing that the more attention paid to penis health, the less likely a guy is to have penile issues to contend with. However, that’s not to say that a guy will never have any issue if he keeps an eye on his penis health. For example, sometimes some penis pain is unavoidable - if, say, a guy is struck in the penis by a speeding baseball. But there are some other penis pain causes which proper attention to the penis can’t prevent - and sleep-related painful ...

As most men know, the better shape a guy is in, the better he will feel about every aspect of his life. A man who is in better shape will have a much more successful time when he attempts any sort of physical activity. This is especially true when it comes to the bedroom, as the penis seems to respond much faster and easier when a guy has been exercising and watching his nutrition. In fact, an integral part of good penis care is proper exercise that will keep a man’s heart as healthy as po...

It’s safe to say a man knows his penis very well. He’s been living with it for his entire life, after all, and it probably seems to hold no more surprises. Men who are very careful to perform excellent penis care should know their manhood and erections even better than other men might, as they are continuously applying a good penis health crème, paying attention to little changes, and otherwise ensuring their penis looks healthy and strong.

But even those who think they know everythin...

If there is anything that truly frightens a man about his sexual health, it’s the loss of penile sensitivity. But perhaps even worse is an unexplained lack of hardness when a man has an erection. No matter how good a man’s penis care might be, there are some surprising culprits lurking in everyday life that can wreck havoc with both penile sensitivity and erections. The good news is that most of those problems can be nipped in the bud.

What is causing loss of penile sensitivity?

Men ...

One of the most interesting penis problems - assuming it can be called a problem at all - is the presence of morning wood. For some men, the morning flagpole is simply noted and ignored, because it doesn’t bother them at all. But for others, an erection first thing in the morning is very powerful, strong enough to rouse a man from his peaceful slumber and make it tough to get back to sleep. The good news is that regular morning erections are a sign that a man’s penis care efforts are pay...

Few thoughts haunt a man more than that of his penis popping up at an inopportune time, but it’s bound to happen. The good news is that frequent erections are a sign of penis health. Unfortunately, a man doesn’t always have control over when they occur. The following tips can help men conceal an erect penis in public.

Choose pants wisely. Loose pants made of a material that has some toughness, such as khakis, are best for obscuring public erections. Anything softer, such as track pant...

Sporting an erect penis in the bedroom? That's a "check" for every man's list. But bagging a bulge in the front of the pants while addressing the PTA? Not so much. While a strong boner is definitely a sign of good penis health, there's also definitely a need to keep evidence of one's health status under wraps in certain situations.

A good thing

Sometimes, of course, a bulge is a good thing. In many situations, a man likes for another person to glance discreetly down at his groin and be ...

When a guy has a hard penis, there's usually only one thing on his mind: putting it to work and reaping the benefits of its sturdiness. There are plenty of tips about how to manipulate that hard penis sexually, but why stop there? A man with a good track record in penis care with a tumescent tool at his disposable shouldn't limit himself to a bout in bed (with a partner or himself). Why, if a man puts his mind to it, there must be dozens of good uses for an erect member.

What might some of...

An erect penis is a source of pride and joy for every man, and he enjoys sharing that tumescent tool with a lover, usually through intercourse. On occasion, however, a man may enjoy making a bit of a spectacle of his erect penis for his partner (especially if he has been practicing proper penis care and his equipment has an appropriately healthy appearance). This sharing of his pride in his manhood makes the man feel sexy and appreciated, especially if his partner truly approves of his penis...

Guys know one thing: Sometimes an erect penis has a mind of its own. Most men have had an experience in which a very insistent erection has reached the point where the penis has almost released seed while the man was still clothed, which would result in the oft-discussed "creaming in jeans" scenario. While a member that is able to burst forth with a robust stream is a sign of good penis health, it also can be a problem in the case of a surprise erection.

That's not to say, of course, that ...

It’s happened to nearly every man: He’s innocently strolling along the street, sitting in class or hanging with a group of friends when, suddenly, his pecker perks up. Public erections can occur from a sensual thought, a stimulating object or person in a man’s visual field or just plain out of nowhere. Men can seek solace in the fact that frequent erections are a sign of good penis health; however, they’re also a phenomenon that requires management techniques when in public. The foll...

Nudism (or naturism as it is also called) is enjoyed by many people from all walks of life - but the question of how to handle surprise erections often prevents many men from exploring this lifestyle choice. Learning more about naturism and about the naturalness of erections (which, after all, are an indication of good penis health) can help allay the fears of men interested in exploring a nudist beach or spa.

It's not about sex.

Many men - and an incredible number of teenage boys - thin...

The causes of weak erections range from lifestyle choices to serious underlying health conditions. Before running to the doctor for a prescription of Viagra, it’s a good idea for a man to think about what he can do to more proactively deal with erectile problems. There are several natural, healthy steps a man can take to strengthen his stiffies and improve overall penis health. Men can incorporate the following changes into their daily routines for optimal erectile function.

1) Do kegels...

One of the most common questions that sexual health professionals hear from younger men is: Does frequent masturbation cause weak erections? Many boys are told by parents or other authority figures who want to discourage this practice that masturbating is unhealthy, and men then experience a sense of shame or guilt about what is, in fact, a normal and healthy practice. There are many causes of weak erections not related to masturbation. This article discusses the physical and emotional facto...

If there is one thing all men can agree on, it’s that they would never turn down a stronger erection. In most cases, the actual size or length of the penis has less to do with a partner’s pleasure than its firmness and engorgement. As with many other aspects of life, it’s all about quality, rather than quantity! In order to ensure a rock-hard, lasting erection, adequate blood flow is the primary concern; after all, the amount of blood in the penis is directly responsible for a man’s ...

While most men do not love waking up with a stiff neck or back, very few men complain when they wake up with a different body part that is stiff. Commonly known as "morning wood," it is perfectly normal for men - including young men just reaching sexual maturity - to wake up with a rocking erection first thing in the AM. Learn more about this usually welcome phenomenon and what it means for penis health if it starts to go away.

Is morning wood normal?

Most men wake up to find they are "p...

Men in their late teens and early twenties are expected to be in their sexual prime, and for the average, healthy male, this is indeed the case. However, it is not at all uncommon for younger men to experience recurring problems with erectile dysfunction. Impotence, as it is also known, can be a devastating problem that affects a man’s self-confidence, his self-image, and his intimate relationships. The good news is that, by uncovering the underlying cause and engaging in appropriate penis...

A naturally red penis is a happy penis; when that blood rushes into the organ, it becomes flushed with excitement, gets erect and is ready for action. Unfortunately, a man’s penis thinks with a mind of its own and keeps its own schedule, and this which may not always be the same as its owner’s. A guy may think that popping an obvious boner in the middle of an important presentation is not the best idea, but his penis may just not give a rap about his opinion on the matter. Of course, fre...

As a subject of witty discourse among male acquaintances, the notion of a permanent erection seems like a problem a man could certainly learn to live with. But all jokes aside, a lasting erection is not normal, and it can have serious health consequences for any man who experiences a stiffy that stays in places for more than several hours. This condition, known as priapism, is not a sign of a healthy penis, but rather of a serious medical condition in which blood has become trapped in the ma...

Every man alive wants to keep his package in good, active shape. Being able to obtain solid penis erections ensures that a guy will be ready when an action-packed evening of pleasure knocks at the door. But just like a person needs to train in order to do his absolute best in a marathon, a man needs to engage in regular penis exercises so that his instrument is ready to go the distance; that's simply good penis care.

Clearly, one of the best exercises around is the act of sex, whether alon...

The physiology of an erection is highly complex and involves almost all of the systems of the body. Fortunately, most aspects of the process happen without much in the way of conscious control, meaning that a man doesn’t need to know exactly how it works in order to get it up. On the flip side, this also means that any number of things can affect the ability to achieve and sustain an erection, and when something does go wrong, it can be difficult to understand why. Anything from a tough da...

While guys tend to pride themselves on their ability to get an erection on call, this same issue can become problematic when a woody shows up uninvited at the wrong time. Many a man has been surprised by a spontaneous arousal at an inconvenient moment that has left him twisting, turning, and contorting himself to avoid detection of the unwanted erection.

On the bright side, an eager penis is generally a healthy penis, and with a little forethought and a few strategies (literally) at hand, ...

Nothing can dampen a man’s self-esteem or put an end to a steamy encounter like a weak erection at just the wrong time, but unfortunately, it happens to virtually every man on occasion. Erectile issues can be caused by a variety of different issues, so for men who experience more than occasional difficulties, it is important to determine the underlying cause. Often, treating a related health condition can solve the problem, and with the right approach to penis health care, men can be ready...

To keep a car running smoothly, it needs frequent oil changes, the right fuel, and regular maintenance checks. The same thing holds true for the body - when it is not maintained properly, parts can break down, and systems do not work together smoothly to keep things functioning the way they should. When it comes to penis health, taking the right care of the equipment is essential to ensure responsive skin, adequate blood flow, and healthy erections. Here are some of the important nutrients t...

When the brain signals the penis that it's time for sex, blood rushes into the erectile tissue, and what was once soft and hidden becomes pronounced and hard to ignore. This is a useful reaction at the right time, but when an erection strikes during a lecture, a church service or an introduction, it can be tremendously embarrassing. Men can be tempted to do some discreet pinching, as a sore penis rarely remains erect for long, but getting harsh can mean doing long-term damage. Thankfully, t...

The penis is a remarkable feat of engineering. One moment, it's soft and flat, and seconds later, it's standing out from the body and throbbing with sensation. When the stimulation has passed, it returns to its soft state once more as though nothing had happened. As many an embarrassed teen knows all too well, an erection comes on whether a man wants it or not, and much of the process is outside of a man's sphere of control. But knowing how the penis works could help men know their bodies ju...