Our bodies don’t respond as predictably as they once did.

Our hips or knees may creak and crack.

We may need to allowmore time for foreplay(or certain medications) to take effect.

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Does that mean we cease to exist as sexual beings?

So if you’re having problems, it’s worth trying to fix them.

No time of life is without its difficulties.

Sex After 50

Many 50-plus couples, though, arehaving the most rewarding and pleasurable sex of their lives.

A:you might get wonderful tips from videos and they can be a turn-on, too.

Most of those from sinclairinstitute.com are narrated by respected sexologists; several are designed for older couples.

Sex After 50

Evesgarden.com also offers a variety of well-described videos.

And what about steamy movies?

They’re not porn, but they are exciting.

Q:I had been celibate for four years.

We call ourselves “friends with benefits.”

I’m delighted but a little scared.

Is this normal at my age?

But sex has a habit of creating desire for emotional connection.

But you’re all grown up.

So long as you are willing to take that risk, it’s fine to enjoy the present.

Q:I’m a 54-year-old man.

I usually have sex once or twice a week but never more than that.

I feel like I’m really slowing down.

Is there something wrong with me, or is this just how it goes?

A:Your rate is average.

But that doesn’t make the sex you do have any less fulfilling.

Q:I was put on AndroGel forlow testosterone.

The dreams wake me up, and they’re so exciting that I can’t get back to sleep.

My doctor says there’s no reason to be concerned.

The problem is, I’m losing sleep.

Ever heard of this before?