And how do you achieve better sex?  There are myriad ways no doubt, some not printable here — but improving your physical condition by getting more active goes a long way towards more enjoyable sex.

Don’t just trust us — read about it here! 

We “ran” across an article about getting from the Couch to 5K in simple easy steps. It’s a beginner’s schedule that helps get you off the couch and out running with the result that you could be running 3 miles in two months. 

Most often, new runners start too aggressively and tend to give up when their body is in pain.  Starting slowly allows your body to adjust, as well as lets you get over that first mental leap of just getting off the couch! We ‘re talking just 3x a week, for 20 minutes. The 3x a week rule is so darn healthy anyway, which health guru’s the world over confirm, just ask Harvard!

And the “Couch to 5K” plan is merely a combination of some fast walking, then alternating 90 seconds of jogging with 2 minutes of walking, for 20 minutes. Just 3x a week — Easy Peasy, right?!!  Just imagine, basic health needs met, and better sex achieved! What’s not to love! Check out the rest of the schedule from Cool Running. 

Is the idea of running just not appealing to you?  Then get walking!  Even walking 5x a week can improve your health and physical condition. Better sex is still in your future! Take advantage of the many parks in the Twin Cities and most surrounding suburbs.  One example? Lake Harriet.  It’s a delightful walk, with plenty of activity to keep you engaged as you go briskly round the lake. 

And who better to run or walk with than your spouse! If you time it right, you can reward your walk/run with a free concert. The Lake Harriet Bandshell  has some lovely opportunities for free music – the perfect romantic rest-break!  Then walk on home and enjoy your improved sex!!

Check out the concert line up for the next week:

June 4 Tim Fast Nat’l Touring Acoustic Singer Songwriter

June 5 Glacier Jazz Festival Local Jazz Artist Showcase

June 6 2:00 Inver Hills Community Band Broadway, Swing, Light Pop, Patriotic

June 6 5:30 Apollo Male Chorus Apollo Male Chorus Presents: “America Sings”

June 7 Cooker John Real Slide Blues

June 8 The KGB Band Blues, Classic Rock, and Originals

June 9 South of the River Community Band Community Band Playing Concert Favorites

June 10 Seward Concert Band Americana Favorites

(7:30 pm unless otherwise noted – see website for changes)

But don’t stop there! Hit Grand Old Days on Sunday June 6 and get some serious walking exercise in! Plus there is something romantic about attending this Twin Cities Rite of Summer passage.  Join everyone on Grand Avenue in St. Paul between Fairview Avenue and Dale Street.