Answer:

Gym, cycling, and other physical activities enhance physical strength, benefit mental health, and alleviate stress. Specifically, gym builds and develops muscles, reduces the risk of chronic diseases, and maintains a balanced physique.

Regular exercise, combined with a proper diet, improves overall health, boosts testosterone levels, and enhances physiological function. The notion that exercise diminishes sperm quality or causes erectile dysfunction lacks scientific basis.

Exercise only becomes detrimental when individuals misuse supplements or train at high intensities, leading to fatigue and a reduced quality of life. Some men who desire prominent muscles might over-exercise or use muscle-enhancing drugs, such as exogenous testosterone or steroids, which can harm health. Moreover, excessive gym training or incorrect techniques can damage and inflame the testicles. This can result in testicular atrophy, decreased sperm and testosterone production, and impact reproductive and sexual health. High-intensity training also contributes to physical and mental exhaustion, negatively affecting libido and the quality of sexual encounters.

When exercising, listen to your body and train at a reasonable intensity appropriate for your health. Beneficial exercises for men include: weightlifting, running, and squats.

During training, men require adequate nutrients, sufficient water before and after sessions, and particularly, plenty of fiber, vitamins, and minerals for comprehensive muscle development. Ensure a protein-rich diet to provide the necessary materials and energy for the body. Avoid self-administering muscle-enhancing products containing steroids or exogenous testosterone. Prolonged use of doping substances disrupts male endocrine function, potentially impairing testicular size and function, reducing libido, causing erectile dysfunction, and leading to infertility.

Doctor Pham Quang Khai

Department of Urology and Andrology, E Hospital