Orgasm is a different feeling for every individual. You may get an orgasm from various sexual activities or thoughts.
But, achieving a satisfactory orgasm could be challenging. Male orgasms could often be reached with masturbation.
But, multiple methods may let you have the best orgasm. Hence, it would be best if you had a brief idea of the male orgasm to achieve such a feeling.
Therefore, this article will cover all the facts, techniques, benefits, etc., related to male orgasms.
What Is A Male Orgasm?
The male orgasm could be defined[1] as a physiological and psychological response to sexual arousal.
But, the response may or may not end with ejaculation. Hence, you may consider male orgasm as a feeling during sexual activity.
The male orgasm involves the brain and other body parts that simultaneously work to give pleasure sensation.
All the parts involved get a particular task, like the pituitary glands managing the testosterone levels in the blood.
Similarly, the brain activates the reward center called the striatum, which causes an intense emotional response.
Thus, all these activities simultaneously cause an orgasm in men.
Different Stages Of Male Orgasm
Orgasm is a part of the sexual response cycle during sexual activities. Generally, male counterparts get an orgasm in different stages.
But, these stages may[2] last differently for respective individuals. Hence, the orgasm period varies between all males.
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Excitement Phase
The male orgasm or sexual response cycle begins from the excitement phase.
Generally, a man gets into the excitement phase through different thoughts, images, touches, expressions, and other required stimuli.
But, you would get turned on during the excitement phase.
You would experience rapid changes in your body like increased heart rate, breathing, blood pressure, etc.
Moreover, the penile nerves carry excessive blood to cause an erection.
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Plateau Phase
The excitement level keeps increasing with time and results in a plateau phase.
During the phase, you would observe changes in your sex organs and nearby areas.
Generally, the glands and testicles increase in size due to increased blood flow. Moreover, the thigh and buttock muscle gets tensed to offer additional support to the penis.
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Orgasm
Orgasm or climax is the phase in which people ejaculate or feel like ejaculating.
The semen passes through different glands and vesicles to get out of the penis.
Generally, ejaculation occurs due to contraction in the pelvic floor muscles and prostate gland.
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Resolution And Refraction Phase
After an orgasm, the body returns to an unaroused state called the resolution phase.
During this phase, the body returns to its normal state with relaxed and drowsy feelings.
Additionally, the body may enter the refraction phase that prevents getting an erection immediately after an orgasm.
During the refractory phase, simultaneous simulations may turn highly sensitive and painful.
Types Of Male Orgasms
You might not have heard, but orgasms could be of different types.
You may require techniques[3] to achieve multiple forms of orgasm. Some of the commonly discussed orgasms are as follows-
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Ejaculatory
Ejaculation is the standard form of male orgasm.
A man could quickly get an ejaculatory orgasm by stimulating the penile nerve endings.
Such stimulation results in reaching the climax and ejaculation of the semen.
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Pelvic
Pelvic orgasms are more intense and pleasurable than other forms. You could achieve pelvic orgasm by following the edging technique.
In edging, you must stimulate yourself to the edge of ejaculation but stop yourself from ejaculating.
In short, you have to tease yourself to get a pelvic orgasm. Moreover, you may get a pelvic orgasm with your partner or solo.
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Retrograde
It isn’t a safe and healthy orgasm for a male as it involves reversing the path of semen to the bladder during ejaculation.
Briefly, the semen won’t get out through the penile opening.
Instead, it would trace back to the bladder resulting in a minimal ejaculation and dry orgasm.
In case you get such an orgasm, immediately contact any healthcare professionals for the best attention.
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Prostate
It may sound weird, but stimulating the prostate gland may help you achieve orgasm without penile stimulation.
The prostate gland, often termed the P-spot, could be easily stimulated by applying direct or indirect pressure near the gland.
Hence, finding the right spot may help you get an intense orgasm.
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Blended
Implementing something additional to your conventional orgasm techniques may help you get a better orgasm.
You could blend prostate orgasm alongside the classical orgasm to get the blended orgasm.
But, you need to make the timing right to yield two intense orgasms at once.
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Multi-Ejaculatory
Achieving multiple ejaculations in quick succession would be impossible for almost all males.
The reason could be the refractory period of male orgasm.
During the refractory period, a man takes time to settle down after ejaculation and regain erection.
Hence, achieving multiple ejaculations in a short span is difficult.
But, some people may attain multi-ejaculatory orgasms, as different individuals have varying refractory periods.
Thus, an individual with a short refractory period may achieve such an orgasm.
Tips For Intense Male Orgasms
There are some ways in which men could achieve intense orgasms, like-
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Touching The Perineum
It isn’t a highly discussed trick but a possible way to intensify the orgasm.
The perineum is a stretch of skin between the balls and the butt. The area contains numerous nerve-endings; hence, a highly sensitive region to stimulate orgasm.
You may get multiple or frequent orgasms by touching or applying gentle pressure in the region.
Additionally, you could easily reach the prostate gland through the perineum to intensify the orgasm.
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Shortening The Refractory Period
Men with a long refractory period would fail to get multiple orgasms. But, shortening the period may allow them to achieve frequent orgasms and pleasure.
The refractory period may vary among different individuals. It would be easier for a man with a short refractory period to get a better orgasm.
But, a longer refractory period could be shortened by increasing arousal. You may start thinking dirty or use some sex toys to regain the erection quickly.
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Practice Edging
Restricting ejaculation just before climax is a tough job. Hence, mastering the technique is highly essential for getting better orgasms.
You may practice by purposely delaying or stopping ejaculation while masturbating.
You should perform edging at least twice or thrice before ejaculation. Men who practice the edging technique may get a powerful orgasm in the last round.
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Boost The Testosterone Level
You should focus on boosting the testosterone level in the blood.
People with higher testosterone levels may have better orgasms as it is the primary sex hormone of males.
You may quickly boost[4] testosterone levels by switching to a healthy diet, regular exercise, and better habits.
According to this study[5], Including honey has been related to raising luteinizing hormone and, consequently, serum testosterone levels.
You may consume[6] some proven testosterone-boosting supplements for the rapid increase in testosterone levels.
Additionally, you must avoid stress and anxiety to keep the hormone level normal in the blood.
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Raise The Testes
It is an unusual technique that most people don’t know or left unnoticed.
Whenever you ejaculate, the testes rise close to the body for better ejaculation. But, pressing the testes intentionally during releasing may increase arousal.
Here, you may take the help of your partner in moving the testicles closer to your body. A minimum of help may get you intensified and powerful orgasm.
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May Use Sex Toys
Usage of sex toys is primarily linked to female counterparts. But, males could use some available sex toys to enhance their orgasm.
You may use male masturbators or other toys like cock rings, prostate massagers, etc. Using such toys could quickly help you achieve better orgasms.
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Consume Orgasm-Friendly Food
Besides all other tips and techniques, consuming orgasm-friendly food is essential for better orgasms.
You should pick food items that may help improve erection and sexual arousal.
You may consider consuming food items that could dilate the blood vessels for increased blood flow.
You may consume nutrients that could lower stress and improve your libido. Hence, improving sexual health would be helpful for better orgasms.
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Health Benefits Of Orgasm
- Better Sleep– You may get better sleep after a perfect orgasm. Moreover, after masturbation, men may fall asleep faster than in normal instances.
- Regulate Anxiety– During the male orgasm, the oxytocin hormone is released. The hormone may benefit in multiple ways like regulating anxiety, reducing cancer risks, lowering heart problems, etc.
- Improve Health– Men who ejaculate frequently may prevent themselves from developing prostate cancer. But, don’t masturbate excessively as it may impact your health negatively.
Average Duration Of Male Orgasm
Generally, every individual’s orgasm lasts for different durations.
On average, a man may experience the best orgasm for up to 22 seconds. But, you may feel the intensity in the later part of the orgasm as the feeling keeps fading away.
The average duration of male orgasms is comparatively longer than that of females.
Men may increase their pleasure duration by a few seconds by specific techniques. Kegel exercises are considered highly beneficial for improving an individual’s orgasm duration.
Moreover, the orgasm time also depends on the build-up, mood, and other techniques like edging.
Conclusion
Orgasm is a pleasurable feeling every individual seeks during sexual activity.
The orgasmic response could be reached with different techniques, as mentioned earlier.
Moreover, you may intensify the sensation by implementing specific methods and techniques in your conventional techniques.
Orgasm could be regarded as a healthy feeling as it may lower the risks of several health conditions.
But, excessive ejaculation may cause weakness and unwanted medical conditions. Hence, try achieving orgasm, but don’t force yourself to reach orgasm.
References/Sources
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- Amjad Alwaal, Benjamin N. Breyer, and Tom F. Lue. Normal male sexual function: emphasis on orgasm and ejaculation. Fertil Steril. 2015 Nov; 104(5): 1051–1060. Published online 2015 Sep 16. doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2015.08.033
- Stages of male sexual response. Available from https://goaskalice.columbia.edu/answered-questions/stages-male-sexual-response/
- Erik Wibowo, Richard J Wassersug. Multiple Orgasms in Men-What We Know So Far. Review Sex Med Rev. 2016 Apr;4(2):136-148. doi: 10.1016/j.sxmr.2015.12.004. Epub 2016 Feb 5. Available from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27872023/#
- Improving Low Testosterone Naturally. Available from https://www.va.gov/WHOLEHEALTHLIBRARY/tools/improving-low-testosterone-naturally.asp
- Saleem Ali Banihani. Mechanisms of honey on testosterone levels. Heliyon. 2019 Jul; 5(7): e02029. Published online 2019 Jul 4. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e02029
- Chase G. Clemesha, Hatim Thaker, and Mary K. Samplaski. ‘Testosterone Boosting’ Supplements Composition and Claims Are not Supported by the Academic Literature. World J Mens Health. 2020 Jan; 38(1): 115–122. Published online 2019 Jun 14. doi: 10.5534/wjmh.190043
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Michael has been in the male wellness industry for 25+ years. Before joining Working For Health as a full-time male wellness journalist, he contributed to multiple online portals in the male wellness field. Before that, he has been an assistant to several sexologists.