This article explains the many facets of proper penis pumping.

HOW PENIS PUMPING WORKS

Penis pumping is a type of Penis Enlargement exercise that is popular, but often misunderstood. We will discuss the various types of pumps, the physics behind penis pumping, and how to make the informed purchasing decision right for you.

Penis pumps are very unique pieces of equipment and when coupled with a solid manual routine, can be an effective tool in a permanent enlargement regimen. There many brands and varying equipment types on the market. Some are excellent in quality, design and effectiveness; others, well, not so much.

No matter the type or style, the concept is quite simple: a void (vacuum) is created when air is removed from the cylinder, causing the penis to expand to fill that void. When conducted over long periods of time over several years of consistent use, permanent penis enlargement can likely result.

PENIS PUMPING COMPONENTS

When one refers to a penis pump, often they are referring to the entire penis pumping apparatus, but it is actually made up of two parts: the cylinder, or “tube,” and the vacuum pump.

A “single stage” or straight cylinder is comprised of a single piece of straight tubing. This type of cylinder is used only for pumping the penis. The sizes of the cylinders range from as small as 1.5” in diameter to as large as 4” in diameter. Most manufacturers typically make cylinders in 9” lengths, but custom lengths are available.

Regardless of the type and style of pump you use, it is highly recommended that the pump come with a pressure gauge in order to monitor pressure levels. Because of the nature of the physics involved, pressure levels must be monitored closely while pumping since it does not take much (pressure) at all to cause serious and/or permanent damage.

PENIS PUMPING: Not Another Physics Class!

Pumping is quite different from any other Penis Enlargement exercise as it is experienced and conducted from the “inside-out,” while nearly every other form of exercise is done from the “outside-in.” Before you begin penis pumping, lets examine what is happening to your penis.

When air is extracted, a void is created in the cylinder that causes the penis to swell in an attempt to fill the void. This swelling is the expansion of: skin, blood vessels, the corpus cavernosa (CC), corpus spongiosum (CS), the tunica, and the pulling in of lymphatic liquids. The vacuum also creates pressure on the ligaments, which helps with permanent penis enlargement aspects.

One of the benefits of penis pumping is that the expansion continues whether the pressure is increased or not, in order to “fill the void”. When pumping, care must be given to monitor pressure levels and the penis itself to make sure no damage is being done.

PENIS PUMPING AND SAFETY IMPORTANCE

Herein lies the danger – as the penis pumping session goes on, you will eventually get accustomed to the feeling of the vacuum. You may no longer “feel” the pump doing its job. The natural inclination is to increase the

pressure in order to feel the pull and expansion, but this should be avoided!

Pressure is measured in inches of mercury – in.Hg. Safe pressure levels are generally between 0 in.Hg and 5 in.Hg – whether you “feel” it or not. Pumping at too high of a pressure level and/or for too long, can lead to edema- when tissues expand with lymphatic fluid. While minor edema does not damage the penis, over-pumping can cause painful blisters, ruptured blood vessels, and in some cases, permanent ED (erectile dysfunction).

Advanced pumpers will often venture into levels above 5 Hg but only after lower pressured pumping in an earlier session. Again, this method is only for advanced pumpers. If you feel any pain, stop immediately. Penis pumping should never be painful. At most, there may be a “dull pull”, but never painful. If you experience pain, release the pressure valve on the pump.

CONSIDERATIONS FOR PURCHASING PENIS PUMPING EQUIPMENT

Along with common sense, care must be given to make sure good, reliable equipment is being used. The saying “you get what you pay for” certainly fits with penis pumping. Cheap penis pumps from novelty stores will certainly get you pumped, but will eventually break down and potentially can cause serious damage.

There are several reputable companies that make quality equipment. I advise buying a quality device that will not only provide you the results you are looking for, but will last much longer and be much safer.

GETTING DESIRED RESULTS FROM PENIS PUMPING

While all pumps follow the same principle, not all will give you the desired results. You must select the right type of penis pump depending on what you want to accomplish.

For more girth work, a straight cylinder is best. Make sure you measure properly (according to manufacturer specs since not all tubes are the same) – one rule of thumb is to get a cylinder no more than ¼” larger than erect girth to aide in penis girth expansion. Once you have “packed the tube” meaning that your penis completely touches the walls of the cylinder up to the glans, the next size cylinder is recommended.

Not uncommon, length gains via penis pumping are possible. For more length, get a cylinder that fits your erect girth. Horizontal expansion occurs quickly during the session and the vacuum will be transferred lengthwise to the base and ligaments. Be careful! A great deal of pressure will be on the glans as well, resulting in possible blisters if the pressure is too high.

FINAL WORDS ON PENIS PUMPING

This article provided an overview of the various types of penis pumps, which equipment type is right for your desired outcome, and things you should consider when taking on any sort of penis pumping routine.

The benefits are great, and when done responsibly, pumping can be a very rewarding experience. In the next article, we will focus on generating a solid penis pumping routine as a supplement to manual penis exercises.

This article discusses the many ingredients that are likely to be found in many of the herbal penis supplement pills used to achieve better erection quality (EQ). The article also aims to highlight the ideas behind why many of these ingredients are added, the benefits of them, and why, though they may optimize a man’s gaining ability with penis enlargement, these ingredients alone will NEVER make your penis bigger.

L-ARGININE AS A PENIS SUPPLEMENT

L-Arginine as a penis supplement assists in the production of nitric oxide, which in turn aids vasodilation. or a widening of the blood vessels. This will then increase blood flow to the penis. This not only results in harder penis erections, but will also help you to have lasting longer erections.

L-Arginine also has been known to increase semen production and also works to lower blood pressure. Other named benefits in scientific studies include improved brain function via better circulation as well as boosting the immune system!

ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C) AS A PENIS SUPPLEMENT

A common side effect of a regular Vitamin C supplementation is an increased libido (sex drive). Vitamin C also helps to speed up the recovery process of intense penis exercising and or the use of intense devices such as using a penis extender or penis weight hanging.

Vitamin C in plays a vital role in producing collagen necessary for repairing the tunica after being put under intense stretching (either through penis devices or manual penis exercises such as jelqing and penis stretching).

One study (University of Maryland) notes that Vitamin C can do a lot to help sexual problems like premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, as well as heightening sexual desire. The study recommends taking 250 to 500mg once or twice a day. Vitamin C deficiency is also a known  cause of low sperm count, which can lead to infertility. (1).

POMEGRANATE PENIS SUPPLEMENT

Pomegranate Juice is commonly known as a “Natural Viagra” and though it is known for its many healthful benefits from disease, it is becoming well known as a penis supplement. The reason for this is because pomegranate juice is loaded with antioxidants, which assist is improved circulation.

Trials with Pomegranate have shown that it has beneficial effects on erectile dysfunction, working by aiding with the synthesis of nitrous oxide, boosting blood flow into the penis. In tests some 47% of those tested found that their erections showed a marked improvement after taking regular doses of pomegranate.

KOREAN GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT PENIS SUPPLEMENT

Ginseng is known to have aphrodisiac powers. It is also good at promoting energy and boosting both physical and mental stamina. The key ingredient in Ginseng is called Gingsenoside which raises the blood flow to the brain and can potentially increase sperm levels thus making it a kew ingredient to most herbal penis supplement pills and is also one of the “5 G’s” (Garlic, Ginseng, Ginko, Green Tea, and Ginger) and is also.

HAWTHORN BERRY EXTRACT PENIS SUPPLEMENT

Scientific known as Crataegus Laevigata, Hawthorn Berry Extract is high in powerful antioxidants that raise the flow of blood and oxygen around the body by both relaxing and dilating your arteries. These antioxidants (known as bioflavonoids) can also reduce levels of choleste

rol and lower blood pressure.

GINKO BILOBA PENIS SUPPLEMENT

Gingko Biloba is a plant extract that improves erections by raising blood flow and clinical have shown that it helps to relax the muscles in the main chamber of the penis, known as the corpus cavernosum. This will help the blood flow improve the power of the erection and the user's sexual function.

Ginkgo has been proved as an effective supplement that will increase mental alertness, vitality and improved circulation.

MUIRA PUAMA BARK EXTRACT PENIS SUPPLEMENT

Muria Pauma will restore sexual desire and potency for most Men. Studies showed that at least 50% of all men tested reported a marked improvement. This herbal penis supplement should be taken with care as it is also known to be anxiogenic, or, known to potentially bring about anxiety.

ALOE VERA AS A PENIS SUPPLEMENT INGREDIENT

Aloe (Aloe Barbadensis or Aloe Vera leaf) is the carrier, helping the ingredients to travel through the skin quickly and efficiently. Aloe has long been used as an all round supplement, and is now beginning to receive acclaim for healing even the worst of afflictions and ailments.

ERYTHROXYLUM CATUABA (Catuaba Bark Extract)

Erythroxylum Catuaba, coming from Brazil, this legendary herbal extract is a world famous aphrodisiac. Known to promote erotic dreams and desire. It is a strong tonic and an effective libido promoter. It also can help to dilate blood vessels, boosting erection quality.

Catuaba, a medium-sized tree found in the Amazon forests of northern Brazil, is well known for it's aphrodisiac properties. The Topi Indians have known about the sexual enhancement properties of catuaba for hundreds, or possiblly thousands of years.

There are two known species that are preferred to be used used by the Brazilian indigenous tribes. They are Trichilia catigua and Erythroxylum catuaba. Catuaba bark is also considered to be a central nervous system stimulant and the bark is used for nervousness, memory enhancement, and sexual weakness.

CUSCUTA CHINENSIS PENIS SUPPLEMENT

Cuscuta Chinensis (Chinese Dodder Seed Extract) is used to treat premature ejaculation as well as other health issues; it is used in China particularly to increase fertility and as an aphrodisiac.

This parasitic vine wraps around other plants for nourishment. Another name for this plant is “Tu-Si-Zi”and it’s commonly used in China for kidney deficiency and is one of the most commonly used herbs in China. Cuscuta seed has many various types of flavonoids and has strong antioxidant properties. As a penis supplement, it has been found in studies to have positive effects on sperm health and motility, invigorates the reproductive system, and has antioxidant benefits.

HORNY GOAT WEED PENIS SUPPLEMENT

Epimedium Sagittatum, commonly referred to as “Horny Goat Weed” is a penis supplement that is one of the most well known and widely used penis supplements in male sexual health. Another supplement discovered in Chine many hundreds of years ago, it has unique properties that raise nitric oxide levels, relaxing muscles and freeing up testosterone which will increase sex drive and endurance.

This all goes to show that Instant Performer is the most powerful mix of proven and effective male enhancement ingredients, these all combine to make you a superstar in the bedroom.

REFERENCES FOR PENIS SUPPLEMENTS SCIENCE

1. http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/sexual-dysfunction-000150.htm

In this second installment, we shall take a look at how penis pumping can be extremely beneficial when combined with a solid manual penis enlargement routine. We’ll discuss various penis pumping techniques, an outline of a typical manual/pumping routine, and if penis pumping is right for you.

The Foundation: Before Employing Penis Pumping Techniques

Setting a good foundation is key to getting good results. The foundation for achieving any significant increase in penis size is a strong manual penis exercise routine. There are many penis enlargement devices on the market that can aide in helping you achieve your goals, but they are simply that – aides.

Until your penis has been “conditioned” with a routine consisting of manual penis stretching and jelqing (for at least 60-90 days), due to the mechanical forces being exerted on the penis, these devices can actually do more harm than good. This is especially true with penis pumping techniques. Manual routines are not within the scope of this article, but we will look into how one can incorporate pumping to enhance their routines and achieve gains.

So Why Use Penis Pumping Techniques?

Penis pumping has been found to be very effective in achieving (primarily) girth and is very effective. As explained in the previous article, the continued expansion of the penile chambers helps to increase capacity those chambers can hold blood during an erection; jelqing is the manual process by which this can be achieved. Penis pumping using proper penis pumping techniques, along with jelqing, significantly enhances this process and provides a big boost in increase girth gains.

Penis Pumping Techniques are “Where it’s at!”

There are several different techniques to aide in enhancing the pump routine; for the purpose of this article, we will highlight two. The following two penis pumping techniques are commonly used by penis pumpers and are considered to be staples of any penis pump routine:

Milking – “Milking the tube” is done by griping the tube and trying to pull it away from the base of your penis. The action is akin to masturbating and the motion should only shift the tube no more than 1” up from the base. If you have a pressure gauge, you will notice that the milking penis pumping technique causes the pressure to increase and then go back to the original level pressure when you return the cylinder back towards you.

It is suggested to do this at low-pressure levels since the increased pressure can damage veins and arteries in the penis.

Pros: Helps keep fresh blood circulating into the penis; aides in faster expansion to “pack the tube”

Cons: Milking at high-pressure levels can cause damage to the penis; if not adequately lubed, abrasions and blisters can form on the glans and shaft; pulling too hard can cause the airtight seal to break

Pulsing – This technique is a much more involved process and widely believed to be very effective in maximizing gains. Pulsing involves creating and releasing the vacuum at distinct intervals. Helps maximize gains faster by gently urging the chambers to relax and expand more frequently.

Pros: Helps keep the penis conditioned

; helps minimize edema
Cons: Continual pumping (there are rarely any breaks in penis pump operation with this technique)

The Routine

As outlined in the previous article, pumping is a very effective means of achieving your penis enlargement goals. A typical routine will consist of the standard warm-up, stretches, jelqs, penis pumping, and warm down. When penis pumping, it is best to divide your pumping session into sets.

The length of each set will depend on your level of experience. Beginners (less than 3 months of regular pumping) should stick to no more than 3 short sets of a maximum of 15 minutes each; advanced pumpers can take more sets at longer periods. Regardless of how long the set, it is highly recommended that breaks be conducted at least every 10-15 minutes to allow fresh blood to circulate into the penis.

During the set, you gradually raise the pressure as your penis expands. With each set, you raise the pressure a little faster, to a higher level, but caution is advised to take it slow – raising the pressure too quickly can cause painful blisters to develop. Continually work the pump to maintain a consistent pressure level. As a general rule, raise the pressure once every 3 – 5 minutes early on, and once a minute or more toward the end of the set – but never exceed safe levels.

Paying attention to your Physiological Indicators (PI’s) is the best way to gauge your session. At all times you should find the level of suction pleasurable and not a strain or painful in any way. If you experience a pinching or burning sensation or an ache, you can “milk the tube,” lower the pressure, or simply end the set. At any time during your session, feel free to disconnect your hose and walk around with your tube hanging free, once the suction is firm enough to keep it there. The weight of the cylinder will help you stretch out longer. Reconnect periodically to ensure a consistent pressure is being maintained.

Toward the end of each set, your erection should be firmer. By the time you end off your last set, it is not uncommon to feel as though you are on the verge of orgasm. Take caution that you do not get too enthusiastic and pump longer or harder than you really should; try to follow a disciplined routine using the aforementioned proper penis pumping techniques from this article, as well as my previous article on the basics of penis pumping: Penis Pumping 101 – An Overview

Once the session is completed, it is recommended that a silicone ring or some sort of restrictive aide be worn to maintain the pumped state. This helps to have the penis stay in this pumped state as long as possible to make the tissues start to heal in this elongated state. Additionally, try to stay away from restrictive clothing to allow your penis to hang as freely as possible to maximize the pumped state.

Conclusion

Penis Pumping is a unique form of penis enlargement and very effective, but it is how we use the tried and true proper penis pumping techniques that will make the overall difference. You must be careful when starting any routine that involves vacuum devices; take care in your equipment selection, be safe, and enjoy the benefits it will bring to your penis enlargement endeavors.

Learn how getting your attitude right will not only increase your chances of success, but also your penis health.

I believe it is best to put GROWTH aside from your mind and go for a HEALTHY dick! By doing that, you have a much greater chance of growing a big dick too! That is to say, go for harder more frequent erections [better Erectile Quality or EQ], along with a heavy flaccid, and a constant slight horniness too.  I say this because, almost universally, if you’re “in the zone” with your routine, then you will experience that.  And if you are in “the zone” that gives you the best chance of growth.

Go For Positive PI’s

Once you obtain positive PI’s…gradually increase time/force while MAINTAINING those positive PI’s. Doing this will allow you to find your ideal time/force, while avoiding excessive time/force that stops growth and can actually result in shrinkage. If you begin to see diminution of those positive PI’s while increasing intensity, then either stop the progression of your routine (time/force) or BETTER YET, take an extra day off and go back to the last productive parameter you were using.

The process may be slow at first, but you will experience the benefit of more powerful dick, which in itself is great and great for your sex partner. By gradually increasing intensity while paying attention to your PIs, you are almost guaranteed to find a productive routine, and be able to stay in it far better and longer.

On the other hand, by rushing into PE, with your best best guess, and constantly changing…it could be YEARS before you find a productive routine…IF EVER!!!

Take it Gradual

One of the things I advise guys is to separate PE from entertainment. That is to say, develop a scientific basic plan and SLOWLY increase time/force while maintaining positive PIs. If you get carried away with your time/force because it feels good (and God knows that it can), you can totally blow your routine and progress.

Further, I advise guys to stay away from chemical/vitamin enhancers (cialis, viagra, arginine etc) UNTIL they get a read on what their routine is doing as far as their PI’s. If you artificially enhance your erection, you will have no idea if you are overtraining…it could be masked by the chemical.

I truly believe that a healthy dick will grow much faster, better and safer than a beat up one. I think any method of applied force to the penis can be productive if you understand what you are trying to do…and how to go about it in a scientific manor.

If It Aint’ Broke, Why Fix It?

One more thing: NEVER change a routine that IS resulting in progress!!!!!!  Wait until progress slows greatly or stops, then incrementally increase it until progress starts again.

The other alternative is to take a one or two week break and resume the routine that stopped working. This is probably the wisest option to try first. If during the break you make some gains…then it reinforces the idea that you will benefit from occasional breaks more than increased time/force. It is also a possible indicator of overtraining. If you find you lose some progress during the break…shrinkage…it is a good indicator that you need to increase your time/force.

It’s also best to try to break a growth plateau with increased time first, before trying increased force. In the long run, the less force we use to achieve growth, the less likely to induce a fibrotic/toughening response that will eventually mandate a long deconditioning break.

So how effective are kegels? Two studies by leading scientists show that they may just be more beneficial for you than erection drugs.

KEGEL STUDY 1: A Real Surprise

A recent study had 55 impotent men exercise their pelvic floor muscles (with exercises like the Kegel). Prior to the study, none of the men could maintain an erection for more than 30 seconds. By the study’s end, 40 percent of the men were completely cured of erectile dysfunction, and 35 percent of the men showed signs of significant improvement.

The lead scientist of the study, Dr. Grace Dorey, author of Stronger and Longer, said, “The results were a real surprise . . . Strengthening up the pelvic floor muscles not only improved strength, but also endurance.”Dorey also noted, “When men are going through a normal sex life, they should be looking to these exercises to extend their sex life. If men are performing reasonably well, this research would suggest that they may be able to improve their performance even further.”

KEGEL STUDY 2: Harder Than Viagra?

Another study was conducted by German Urologist, Dr. Frank Sommer.The study involved 124 men who were separated into three groups. One group did pelvic floor exercises, one group took erection drugs (such as Viagra), and one group took a placebo. The pelvic exercise group took the lead with 80 percent experiencing stronger, harder erections, followed by the erection drug group with 74 percent, and the placebo group with 18 percent.

Sources:

Dorey, Grace.Pelvic Floor Exercises for Erectile Dysfunction. London: Whurr, 2004.

Times Online article. “How Special Squeeze is a Natural Type of Viagra.”

Dr. Frank Sommer’s website. Men and Health information.

At every point in a man's life, there will come a time when he will find it difficult (and sometimes impossible) to achieve an erection.

The penis, despite popular belif and probably your grandest wishses, isn't a mircale worker. It won't always perform at 100 percent. And that

's okay.

If you ever experience erectile dysfunction, you may feel as if it's the end of the world. The good news: It is not.  Before you cry on your partner's shoulder, sobbing “I'm too young for Viagra!,” take a deep breath and remain calm.

Why the Pill Talk?

Erectile dysfunction drugs are not always the answer. In fact, if you're like most men, you probably just need to keep your penis in good shape. Several men who use “penis exercises” report their eretions are harder than ever, including men who are in their retirement years. Several men on our penis forum have reported fixing their ED with exercises.

What kind of exercises do these men use? They range from the kegel to the jelq.

See our Erectile Dysfunction Forum.

The most important article for any man looking to improve the size and hardness of his penis. Follow your “PIs,” and you’ll gain more, you’ll gain quicker, and you’ll exercise safer.

So what are the PIs? After reading accounts of those who have had good growth, as well personal experiences of growth and loss of progress, it has become apparent that there are Physiologic Indicators (PIs’) that can guide you while you’re exercising your penis.

A breakdown of the Physiological Indicators

PIs (Physiological Indicators) are the observable physical responses of your penis to the forces applied in penile exercising. Anyone who has done any PE has seen these, yet most don’t use them for the invaluable information that they offer. I break them down into Negative PIs, Positive PIs and Neutral PIs.

NEGATIVE PIs meaning that when you see these, it is a sign that you are over training your unit, and you need to cut back the amount of force/time applied.

POSITIVE PIs means that it is an excellent indicator that you are NOT over training your unit, and probably improving it.

NEUTRAL PIs are neither obviously positive or negative. They must be INTERPRETED in relation to other definite Positive or Negative PIs. They are referred to as neutral, because at times, they may be a positive indicator, and other times, a negative indicator.  Whether these Neutral PIs are positive or negative for YOU…will only become obvious when other DEFINITE Positive or Negative PIs begin to show.

Lets start with some definite Negative PIs

• Pain in the penis
• Decreased night and morning wood
• Decreased hardness of erections
• Numbness
• Discoloration
• Loss of size ( persisting more than a day)

Now for the definite Positive PIs;

• Larger flaccid hang lasting all day
• Increased night and morning wood
• Increased hardness of erections
• Easier to achieve erections
• Increase of normal size
• Increased horniness

And the Neutral PIs:

• Temporary penis contraction after a PE workout
• Redness
• Spotting
• Slight achiness in your penis
• Increased size temporarily, a few minutes to a couple hours
• Edema (fluid build up; swelling) in the penis skin

Of all the PIs, size gain or loss is the bottom line! Size loss or gain will give you the final word on whether you are being effective or not.

Putting the PIs in Use

Lets say a beginner starts with a simple routine; a 5 minutes warm-up followed by 5 minutes jelqing. When he is done, he notices his unit is slightly larger, reddish and hangs fuller for a few minutes followed by some contraction. Later on he finds that he has increased night and morning wood.

Together this is a good picture, the increased night and morning wood indicate that the other Neutral PIs can be interpreted as Positive PIs. At that point, it would be sensible for this beginner to continue this routine and measure himself about once every one to two weeks. If after two weeks, all the PIs are the same, yet he has made no gains, he should increase his force and or time of PE.

Why? Because there are no PIs indicating over-training (Negative PIs), therefore his lack of growth is due to UNDER TRAINING.  In this scenario, it would probably be smart for him to increase his jelq time to 10 minutes. This he should stay with, watching his PIs for indications of Negatives.

Growth for most of us is a slim margin between too much and too little.

So going back to our Newbie, so he ups his jelqs to 10 minutes, and still has no Negative PIs. This indicates that he is still not into over training – a good thing. Let’s say, after 2 weeks he re-measures and has 1/4 inch growth. This of course is the ultimate Positive PI, and he should STAY with his routine until he stops growing. Then, and only then would increased force/time be called for.

Let’s take a different scenario

John Q Dickpuller has read the latest technique of hanging a bowling ball off his dick and decides to give it a try. First thing he notices is after the work out, his unit turtles up on him (Neutral PI). Later on he sees that morning and night wood is gone (Negative PI). Finally, when he measures in about a week, he sees he has lost a half inch in length. This bottom line Negative PI indicator tells him he is way into over training!

The turtling, interpreted in light of the loss of size and loss of night and morning wood, is a Negative PI for him. John now knows that that contraction of his penis immediately after his workout is an early indicator of over training his unit.

He lays off completely and waits for his normal nite and morning wood to return, which it does in about one week. This is a good indicator that he has recovered from the excessive trauma and is ready get back in the game.

John now tries again, this time with a tennis ball. He sees that after his workout he gets slight shrinkage, that only lasts for 30 minutes. He finds his nite and morning wood improves, and after 2 weeks sees that he is starting to gain size.

John now knows that contraction for 30 minutes or less, is an early Positive PI for him, and keeps that in mind whenever he makes any changes to his routine.

Lets use a third, more complex scenario

Mr B. Dog finds that if he whacks his dick with a hammer, it turns purple, and shrinks up for a week. And he loses his erections completely. Wisely, he decides to leave it completely alone for 4 weeks.

Slowly his nite and morning erections return, his flaccid hang is now longer than before. He find whens he is fully recovered, he has gained a half inch in length and and inch in girth.

Here we have a definite Negative PI and a Neutral PI, but interpreted in the light of the final PI (that is, gains), we can say that for Dog, a shrunken and purple penis is a positive indicator of future growth for him, if he takes the time to fully recover.

Recovery is determined by return of definite Positive PIs.

Last scenario

S. Knucklehead decided to try pumping. He is making slow and steady gains. His night and morning wood is excellent, the best in years. He also finds that his day time flaccid hang is longer than ever and fluffed out most of the day.

Mr. K knows from this experience that a longer, fluffed flaccid is a Positive PI for him that he is “in the zone”. Mr. Knucklehead decides to supercharge his pumping session by doing it while clamped. This technique not only feels great, it causes his dick to swell to all time new size with no lymphatic fluid (during the PE)!

Knucklehead gets so enthusiastic that he does it for 5 sessions in one day! That night Mr K. finds his wood is gone, as well as the mornings. He also finds that his penis is hanging shorter and more contracted. He measures himself over the next week and finds that he has lost a full one half inch.

So even though he found that his unit was huge during the pumping, the resulting definite Negative PI’s indicated that it was more trauma than his unit could handle.

Mr. K. learned that a swollen dick during PE could be a definite Negative PI for him!  Mr. K took a week off and waited for night and morning wood, as well as normal flaccid hang to return to normal (Positive PIs).

Mr. K restarted his program, but with 5-10 minutes of clamped pumping. He carefully watched his PIs for indications of over training before adding any force/time.

The bottom line: your penis has definite responses to the forces you use on it.

Learn to read the Positives and Negatives, and interpret the Neutrals.

Using these as guidelines for your workout, you will have a much better chance at dialing in the amount of force/time needed for you to achieve growth.

This article was originally posted on ThundersPlace.org.

A larger penis is a good thing, but a larger penis and stronger erections is even better! In addition to the penis exercises you’ll find here on PEGym.com and in Penis Exercises, there are several lifestyle choices you can make to help make your erections stronger. Following are seven things you can do to maximize your erection strength.

Smoking is a leading contributor to erectile dysfunction.

1. Quit Smoking – Smoking has been found to be a major contributing factor to erectile dysfunction, according to a report published by the American Heart Association. Smoking causes plaque to build-up in the arteries. Known as atherosclerosis, this plaque blocks blood flow, causing circulatory problems, including erectile dysfunction. The AHA study found:

• Men who smoked more than 20 cigarettes daily had a 60% higher risk of erectile dysfunction, compared to men who never smoked.
• 15% of the past and present smokers had experienced erectile dysfunction.
• Men who currently – and formerly — smoked were about 30% more likely to suffer from impotence.

2. Get a Good Night’s Rest – On average, while you’re sleeping, your penis “wakes up” and gets an erection between three to five hours per night. These nocturnal erections bring oxygenated blood into the penis, re-energizing the tissue while also keeping the tissue flexible.
3. Exercise More than Just Your Penis – Exercising your penis can make you larger and stronger, but if you want to maximize your erection strength, exercise the rest of your body as well. Research has shown just walking 30 minutes a day can help prevent erectile dysfunction and increase erection strength. Regular exercise improves your cardiovascular health builds your energy levels, lowers blood pressure, and makes you feel relaxed and rested –  all critical to strong erections.
4. Reduce Stress -  Stress is a normal part of everyday life. In fact, our bodies are designed to use stress to keep us ready for danger. However, when stress persists it can negatively affect your health — including your erection quality. When stress begins to build, try to keep a positive attitude and accept when there are things you cannot change. Look into learning how to meditate or take yoga or tai chi.
5. Avoid Penile Trauma – Problems with erection quality can occur because of penile trauma. Some sexual positions are more risky than others. If trauma includes damage to the corpora cavernosa, internal bleeding can occur, scar tissue can form, causing a loss of erectile tissue flexibility, curvature, and pain.
6. Drop Some Pounds – Obesity can also negatively affect your erection quality. Men who are obese have lower testosterone levels, a key hormone needed for strong erections. Other diseases related to obesity include diabetes and high blood pressure – both also have been found to experience higher incidents of erectile dysfunction. In fact, approximately half of men with diabetes become impotent.
7. Be Monogamous – Being monogamous can help strengthen your erections in two ways. Although monogamy doesn’t completely prevent the transmission of STDs, it does help. Some STDs, like chlamydia,  can be painful during intercourse, negatively affecting your erection strength. Additionally, being unfaithful to a partner can cause guilt, which can tranfer into anxiety, which can destroy your erection quality.

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7 Lifestyle Choices You Can Make to Help Make Your Erections Stronger

In addition to the penis exercises you’ll find here on PEGym.com and in Penis Exercises, there are several lifestyle choices you can make to help make your erections stronger. Following are seven things you can do to maximize your erection strength.
http://www.pegym.com/articles/7-lifestyle-choices-erections-stronger

ED Treatment Options by Dr. Richard R. Howard II

Dr. Richard R. Howard II discusses erectile dysfunction and treatment options, in the following article.
http://www.pegym.com/articles/ed-treatment-options-dr-richard-r-howard-ii

Erectile Dysfunction Pills – Exercises are a Better Alternative

At every point in a man’s life, there will come a time when he will find it difficult (and sometimes impossible) to achieve an erection.
http://www.pegym.com/articles/erectile-dysfunction-pills-exercises-are-a-better-alternative

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Erectile dysfunction affects approximately 5 percent of men 40 years of age, and up to 25 percent of men who are 65 years old. Unlike  the normal, occasional erection challenges every man encounters from time-to-time, real erectile dysfunction, also known as ED, is an inability to get an erection or maintain an erection strong enough to have sex. Because there are so many different causes of erectile dysfunction, diagnosing it’s underlying causes is critical to ensuring it is treated properly.

The very first thing your doctor will do, when diagnosing your ED, is to review your medical history.

First Steps in Diagnosing Erectile Dysfunction

The very first thing your doctor will do, when diagnosing your ED, is to review your medical history. This medical history will not only include your past medical problems and current medications you are on, but will also include questions about your lifestyle and sexual activity.  Common questions include:

• What medications are you currently taking, including both prescription and over-the-counter drugs, as well as herbal supplements?
• Do you use drugs or alcohol? What and how frequently?
• Do you have more than one sex partner? If so, do you have ED with all of them?
• Do you experience evening or early morning erections?
• When did you first notice problems with getting or maintaining erections?
• How frequently do you currently get erections? What are the quality of these erections and how long do they last?
• Do you suffer from anxiety, depression or stress?
• Do you have current relationship problems?

Your doctor may want to also interview your sex partner, to help get further insight into the factors causing your erectile dysfunction. Your doctor will then perform a general exam.

What are the Specific Tests Used to Diagnose Erectile Dysfunction?

The types of tests your doctor will use to diagnose your erectile dysfunction will depend greatly on your medical history, his medical exam and which he feels is the most likely the cause of your ED. Following are the most common tests.

• CBC/Complete blood count – Anemia, a low red blood cell count, is often associated with fatigue and can lead to erectile dysfunction. A CBC will determine if you are anemic.
• Lipid profile – High levels of lipids/fats, including cholesterol, are known causes of atherosclerosis, also known as hardening of the arteries. This condition can prevent proper circulation to the penis needed to get and maintain a strong erection.
• Blood hormone profile – This test is used to determine your testosterone and prolactin levels. If either of these sex hormone levels are abnormal, it can result in erectile dysfunction.
• Kidney and liver function test – Improperly functioning kindeys or livers can lead to ED. This blood test will help ensure yours are healthy and working properly.
• Thyroid function test – The thyroid regulates the production of sex hormones. If your thyroid is not working properly, it could lead to erectile dysfunction.
• Urinalysis – A urinalysis can help diagnose diseases associated with erectile dysfunction, including diabetes, low testosterone, or kidney disease, if sugar, hormone, or protein levels in the urine are abnormal.
• Nocturnal penile tumescence/NPT – The NPT measures how many erections you have while you are asleep. On average, men have between five and six erections a night. If you are having less than this, this could mean there is nerve or circulation issues.  To conduct this test, your doctor may use either the: snap gauge, strain gauge or RigiScan tests. The snap gauge uses three different plastic bands, of different strengths, to determine the strength of your erection at night by which band(s) breaks. Similarly, the strain gauge uses bands at the base and tip of the penis. However, instead of being designed to break, these bands stretch, which measures how much your penis girth changed at night. Lastly, the RigiScan device actually provides continual monitoring of your erections at night, giving both strength and frequency.
• Ultrasound – Ultrasound allows your doctor to see inside your body. For those suffering from erectile dysfunction, the ultrasound can show the strength of the blood flow in your penis, as well as identify atherosclerosis, venous leakage or scarring in the tissues that could be affecting your erections. Ultrasounds are usually conducted both while you’re erect and while you’re flaccid.
• Penile biothesiometry – Electromagnetic vibration is used to determine if your penile nerves are functioning properly. Nerve damage, or a decreased sensitivity, can lead to ED.
• Dynamic infusion cavernosometry – If you have a venous leak, chances are your doctor will use this test. Fluid is pumped into the penis in this test. By seeing what rate the fluid has to be pumped to maintain an erection, your doctor will be able to determine how serious your leak is.
• Cavernosography - A dye is injected into the penis, and is used with the dynamic infusion, then x-rayed to see where the venous leak is.
• Bulbocavernosus reflex – For this nerve function test, the doctor squeezes the head of your penis. This should result in your rectum contracting immediately, if your nerve function is normal.
• Arteriography – If your doctor feels vascular reconstruction surgery is appropriate, an arteriography will be used to x-ray the affected artery.

What is Erectile Dysfunction?

Erectile dysfuction, commonly referred to as ED, is the condition when a man is unable to get or maintain an erection strong enough for sex.  Also known as impotence, erectile dysfunction can cause stress in your relationship and can damage your self confidence. Although most men, at some point, have trouble getting an erection or maintaining, this is not the same thing as true ED, where erection difficulties are the norm. Erectile dysfunction becomes more common as men age. The good news is, in most instances, ED is treatable.

Erectile dysfunction can damage a relationship.

Causes of Erectile Dysfunction

The cause of erectile dysfunction may be psychological or physiological. Psychological factors include:

• Stress
• General anxiety
• Depression
• Guilt
• Performance anxiety

Since the erection is a hydraulic function, if ED is due to a physical issue, it’s usually centered on either circulation or nerve sensitivity. Physiological factors are varied. They include:

• Heart disease
• Poorly controlled diabetes
• Neurogenic (stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, etc.)
• Side effect of medication, such as anti-depressants
• Nicotine
• Alcohol
• Multiple sclerosis
• Kidney failure

Given the seriousness of many of these potential contributing factors, it’s important to seek the advice of your medical professional, if you have concerns about erectile dysfunction.

According to the Atlas of Clinical Urology, most causes of erectile dysfunction are circulatory. Approximately seventy percent of cases of ED are caused by vascular issues. This is followed by ED caused by pharmacological factors (10%) and operative side effects (10%).

Symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction

The primary symptom of erectile dysfunction is the inability to get or maintain an erection that is strong enough for sex. However, some instances of erectile challenges are more prone to be true ED than others.

• If erectile difficulties only happen rarely – Chances are the problem isn’t serious. Remember, most men have trouble with erections at some point in their life.
• If your erectile difficulties get gradually worse and more persistent — There is likely a physiological cause causing your erectile dysfunction. You should seek the advice of a medical professional.
• If your erectile difficulties begin abruptly, but you still get earl morning erections and can become erect when masturbating — Chances are there is a psychological factor affecting your ED. Speak to a medical or psychological professional.

How do They Diagnose Erectile Dysfunction?

Because there are so many possible factors that can be the cause of erectile dysfunction, there are also several tests your doctor may use to help pinpoint the underlying problem. Blood work, urinalysis, ultrasound, and more are used to help find the reason behind your ED, including a full medical history, to determine if there are any possible medications messing with your sex life. Our doctor may also wish to speak to your partner, to help diagnose the problem. Read our article, Diagnosing Erectile Dysfunction, for more details on the types of tests used to diagnose ED.

How do They Treat Erectile Dysfunction?

Treatment for ED caused by psychological issues is usually treated with therapy to address the underlying issues. For physiological factors causing erectile dysfunction, there are numerous medications available, depending on the specific factor at play. Common oral medications include: Viagra, Levitra, and Ciallis. There are also suppositories, injections, and other forms of medications, depending on what physical issue your doctor is trying to counter. Penis pumps, vascular surgery and penis implants are also treatment option. Please refer to our article, ED Treatment Options by Dr. Richard Howard II, for more details about how to treat erectile dysfunction.

Who Wants a Harder Penis?

Second to wanting a larger penis, many men want to have a harder penis. Who doesn’t want to have a rock-hard erection, which not only feels great but really satisfies your lover?

You don’t have to have erectile dysfunction to want to have a harder penis. Erection quality is a concern of many men, especially as you grow older. Again, this isn’t necessarily erectile dysfunction, but rather an erection that simply isn’t as hard as it could be — or perhaps as hard as it used to be.

Your erection strength is often a good indicator of your health. If you find your hardness isn’t as hard as you’d like it to be, it can be a sign of other health problems, such as reduced circulation. Being worried about the hardness of your penis can also have psychological effects.

A man’s erection — its strength and its length — are inextricably woven into his self-sense of masculinity. Even if he’s the most skilled lover in the world, if he is worried that his penis isn’t as hard as it should be, it’s going to negatively affect his self-confidence, both in and out of the bedroom.

How Do I Get a Harder Penis?

If you want a harder penis, there are steps you can take to improve your erection quality.

• Exercise Your Penis – Penis exercises are a great way to improve the hardness of your penis! Not only do exercises, like Kegels for men, build and strengthen the skeletal muscles needed to have a rock hard erection, while towel raises strengthen the ligaments and tendons. Additionally, jelqing, stretches, and other penis exercises increase blood flow to your member, helping improve its health.
• Exercise Your Body – Your erection depends on a healthy circulatory system. To improve your circulation health – exercise!  Cardio is best. Get that heart pumping! You’ll not only feel better overall, but you’ll enjoy the performance benefits of improved circulation in the bedroom as well. Ab exercises, in particular, are great, as these core muscles do assist in holding your erection nice and tight.
• Eat Right – Fatty foods clog arteries, which reduce circulation, even in your penis. If you want a harder penis, eat more fruits, vegetables and lean cuts of meat. Your whole body will realize the benefits — even your penis.
• Herbal Supplements – There are a variety of herbal supplements on the market that can help give you a harder penis. These supplements usually have a variety of circulation improving ingredients, including: Yohimbine HCL,Horney Goat Weed,Green Tea Extract,Vitamin E, Epunedum Sagtum, Bioperive, Cooper Chelate, and more. Popular supplements designed to give you a harder penis include:
  • Steel Woody
  • MaleExtra
  • Semenax
  • SinRex
  • VigRXPlus
  • Vitalikor
  • Zenerx
  • ProSolution Gel
• Stop Smoking & Drinking – If you want a harder penis, stop smoking. When you smoke, your veins and capillaries constrict, reducing blood flow to all parts of your body — including your penis. Drinking and other drugs also can give you softer erections.

Tips for a Harder Penis

• Tip #1 – Relax! Sex can be stressful. You’re worried about your performance and whether or not your partner will be satisfied. You may have self-confidence issues when it comes to your body. Guess what? All of this anxiety can result in softer erection. Take a deep breath. Remember your partner wouldn’t be with you, if they didn’t already think you’re kind of amazing. Relax. The more relaxed you are, the harder your penis will be.
• Tip #2 – Try a Device for a Quick Fix. If you want a harder penis tonight, try a device. Cock rings were designed specifically to prevent blood from leaving the penis, resulting in a harder erection. Hardwear Male Enhancer is one of the most popular devices designed specifically to give you a harder and larger penis.
• Tip #3 – Talk to Your Doctor. If you’re really worried about your erection strength, talk to your doctor. He can check to see if any medications you’re on are having an undesirable side effect on your penis, or see if there’s something else going on where a weak erection is just a symptom of another concern.
• Tip #4 – Try Laying Off the Masturbation.  Save your erections for when you’re with your partner. If it’s been while since you had an orgasm, chances are your body will be more eager for release — resulting in a more excited and harder penis. In some cases, masturbating too frequently can desensitize you or train you only to respond to your own touch.

I am starting to add a pump to my excerises routine. My questions are should I excerise and pump on the same routine or do them alternating days or what. I have bee excerising for about 6 months. Need a routine with some rest periods. The a Adventurer

There are specially designed penis pumps for those suffering from ED. These systems are generally referred to as vacuum erection devices or VEDs. The VEDs are constructed so that you can slip a tight constriction band onto the base of the cylinder which can then be slipped off and onto the base of the penis close to the pubic bone once it has been “inflated” by the pump. The band will maintain the erection by preventing blood fram leaving the erect penis.

However, most VEDs do not include a vacuum gauge and are not designed with a wide base edge so they do not work well as a good penis enhancement/therapeutic device. Conversely, most PE pump cylinders are not constructed to allow a constriction band to be slipped onto the base of the penis. Accordingly, the two systems are not readily interchangeable for both purposes.

Am looking for help. Some 18 years ago I went to bed with a girl but for the first time but could not get my penis up. I then kept off girls – probably for fear of failure for a number of years until after about six years(2002) when I slept with a twilight girl and was able to get a hard on and had sex the whole night. I then slept with several other girls and eventually married one of them and with whom I have a son and daughter. We’ve been married now twelve years and I have never had a problem having sex with her – only very very rarely would I either ejaculate prematurely or fail to ejaculate or rise to the occasion. In fact I have never told my wife about my problem and she has never suspected I had a problem. We have had a very health and satisfying sex life. However, I have tried sleeping with other girls over this period but I would never get it up. It would bother me slightly but not too much as I would always do it with my wife any time. However, a few months ago I have had a suspicion that my wife had cheated on me although I have no way of proving this but this has bothered me and I think about it every day. Now recently I just can’t get it up to have sex with her as well. Occasionally I get night and morning erections but non while am awake. Now I don’t know what to do and how to overcome my erectile dysfunction. Kindly advise

Injections are not as unpleasant as you might think. You can use a 31 gauge 3/8″ insulin needle which you can hardly feel. The perception is far worse than the reality. As far as priapism is concerned, I have read that it occurs in only about 5 to 10 percent of patients. To avoid the slight risk of priapism, it is recommended you inject no more than three times a week and to alternate sides each time.

In my opinion, if pills have failed you, injections are a very viable next step. However, it takes a bit of fine tuning to get the ideal dose dialed in properly. Once you have determined the appropriate dose, you are able to enjoy a hard erection for up to two hours or more whether or not you have achieved an orgasm. It is certainly less invasive than an implant.

It’s fairly obvious that your anxiety is causing this problem. My erection problems, which I endured over many years, were solved by taking pro-largent 5×5 extreme pills. No side effects other than a slight feeling of heat in my face which subsides fairly quickly. My erections have never been harder or longer and 1 pill normally lasts around 2/3 days, sometimes even up to 4 days. This is a totally unbiased report and I cannot of course guarantee that you will have the same results but give them a try.

I am starting to add a pump to my excerises routine. My questions are should I excerise and pump on the same routine or do them alternating days or what. I have bee excerising for about 6 months. Need a routine with some rest periods. The a Adventurer

There are specially designed penis pumps for those suffering from ED. These systems are generally referred to as vacuum erection devices or VEDs. The VEDs are constructed so that you can slip a tight constriction band onto the base of the cylinder which can then be slipped off and onto the base of the penis close to the pubic bone once it has been “inflated” by the pump. The band will maintain the erection by preventing blood fram leaving the erect penis.

However, most VEDs do not include a vacuum gauge and are not designed with a wide base edge so they do not work well as a good penis enhancement/therapeutic device. Conversely, most PE pump cylinders are not constructed to allow a constriction band to be slipped onto the base of the penis. Accordingly, the two systems are not readily interchangeable for both purposes.

Am looking for help. Some 18 years ago I went to bed with a girl but for the first time but could not get my penis up. I then kept off girls – probably for fear of failure for a number of years until after about six years(2002) when I slept with a twilight girl and was able to get a hard on and had sex the whole night. I then slept with several other girls and eventually married one of them and with whom I have a son and daughter. We’ve been married now twelve years and I have never had a problem having sex with her – only very very rarely would I either ejaculate prematurely or fail to ejaculate or rise to the occasion. In fact I have never told my wife about my problem and she has never suspected I had a problem. We have had a very health and satisfying sex life. However, I have tried sleeping with other girls over this period but I would never get it up. It would bother me slightly but not too much as I would always do it with my wife any time. However, a few months ago I have had a suspicion that my wife had cheated on me although I have no way of proving this but this has bothered me and I think about it every day. Now recently I just can’t get it up to have sex with her as well. Occasionally I get night and morning erections but non while am awake. Now I don’t know what to do and how to overcome my erectile dysfunction. Kindly advise