Hey Guys! I want to take this blog to further explore ways in which we can engage our senses to improve our experiences in the bedroom. Let’s move on to learning how to employ our sense of hearing and some ideas for inspiring those intimate moments.
Music has consistently been shown to be a very effective and flexible tool to help set the mood. In fact, one recent study by Zip Health study found that 68% of people who reported listening to music during sex cited that it helped to reduce their sexual performance anxiety, and that 63% reported that it increased their staying power during sex. Makes sense…have you ever had that one particular song that always pumped you up or helped you mellow out when it came on your radio or playlist? What about that one song that helped you to bust out those last few reps or steps in the gym? Adding some of your favorite tunes could definitely be a game changer when you throw it into the mix for your time in bed!
Speaking of getting in a good workout, some research has also shown that aligning your tunes with your heart rate can add some additional oomph to your Sexy Time. The average resting heart rate for most adults falls somewhere between 60-90 beats per minute (BPM), and can raise to between 110-120 BPM at the point of orgasm. Picking out some music selections that match these rates for your moments of foreplay, the Standing O, and your moments basking in the afterglow can take a good experience to a whole new level of enjoyment. Here are some examples of songs that correspond to these heart rates:
Songs with a 60-90 BPM
- “Shoop” by Salt N Pepa
- “Wicked Game” by Chris Isaak
- “I’m on Fire” by Bruce Springsteen
- “All Right Now” by Free
- “Fantasy” by Earth, Wind, & Fire
Songs with a 110-120 BPM
- “Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough” by Michael Jackson
- “Light My Fire” by The Doors
- “Need You Tonight” by INXS
- “Desire” by U2
Remember too that it takes two to tango with the music…get your partner involved in the fun by learning their musical tastes and creating your own sexy playlist as a couple. Even better, try making a few different ones to suit whatever mood may strike…whether you are feeling a slow soul or jazz burn for the night, ready to go hot and heavy with some 80s rock, or experimenting with some BDSM play with some goth in the background, let your creativity and possibilities go wild! Variety and novelty can add the spice and fun to keep you coming back for more together.
As Always, Have Fun and Stay Safe My NeuroSpicy Friends!
