Pelvic Floor Awareness Helps Israeli Reservists Overcome Sexual Challenges Post-Service
In the past year, many Israeli reservists have reported significant sexual difficulties after returning home from service, including erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. Sexuality coach and somatic sexuality instructor Lena Leila explains that these issues are normal physiological responses to extreme stress and the body's survival mode, which prioritizes blood flow to limbs over the genital area, causing pelvic floor muscle tension.
Leila, who developed the "Orgasmic Pelvis" method, emphasizes the importance of pelvic floor awareness for men. She describes the pelvic floor as an "erotic muscle" that supports internal organs and controls sphincters, with its strength depending on both contraction and relaxation. She advises men to identify this muscle by briefly stopping urine flow and to incorporate movement and stretching exercises like yoga to reduce pelvic tension.
Addressing premature ejaculation, Leila highlights the "point of no return," where further stimulation leads inevitably to ejaculation. She advocates for pelvic floor exercises combined with deep breathing to increase awareness, reduce tension, and improve control. She also recommends replacing the common thrusting motion with circular and wave-like pelvic movements to enhance blood flow and prolong erection, which also improves partner satisfaction.
Leila discusses the often-overlooked anal area, encouraging men to overcome cultural stigma and explore prostate stimulation, which she calls the "million-dollar spot" for pleasure and health benefits. She stresses gradual, respectful, and well-lubricated approaches to this sensitive area.
Finally, Leila underscores that sexuality is a vital channel for managing stress and anxiety, urging men to slow down, breathe deeply, and embrace relaxation during intimacy. She concludes that sexuality offers a unique opportunity for personal growth and body connection, which is especially important for those recovering from the pressures of military service.
