Sexperts on if masturbation improves fitness – after Fury's 'seven times a day' claim

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Tyson Fury recently hit headlines for claiming his world title success is due to "masturbating seven times a day".He says it helps his hands to become stronger and manages his testosterone levels.However, could this really be true?According to a 2021 global study carried out by male sex toy brand Arcwave comprising more than 14,000 people in 17 countries, 57% of men declared to regularly masturbate at least once a week, while 13.1% do so once every two weeks and only 8.8% do so once per month.But should they be doing it more to boost their fitness?Sexperts have now had their say on the rumours....Calum McSwiggan, Lovehoney Group sex expert, says he's not surprised Tyson Fury finds masturbation "effective" when it comes to workouts and fitness levelsw.He commented: “While I’m both impressed and in awe of Fury’s seven-times a day performance enhancing technique, it’s not at all surprising that he finds this effective."As well as the feel-good feelings from the hit of endorphins, masturbation is also proven to reduce stress, both of which could be aiding him in his training."I just hope he’s incorporating quality toys and a lubricant to ward off any potential chafing!”However, Dr Christopher Ryan Jones, clinical Psychologist and sexual therapist, says men shouldn't expect to turn into Tyson Fury if they masturbate seven times a day.He explained: "If someone hears this and thinks, 'WOW if I masturbate seven times a day I can fight like Tyson Fury' – sorry, but it’s just not going to happen."The expert does admit masturbation is effective for "overall wellness" though and admits he recommends it to clients."If we think about masturbation as part of an overall wellness routine, masturbation is definitely very beneficial and is.