How Many Calories Does Masturbating Burn?

Can You Burn Calories Masturbating?

Yes, masturbation burns calories — just like any physical activity that gets your heart rate up. It may not be intense like a HIIT workout, but your body still uses energy when you're aroused, moving, and reaching climax.

Whether you're curious or counting every calorie, you’ll be surprised by what we found.

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How Many Calories Does Masturbating Burn?

On average, masturbation burns about 3 to 4 calories per minute.

That means:

• A 10-minute session may burn around 30 to 40 calories.

• If climax is involved, add another 5 to 6 calories during ejaculation due to the brief but intense muscle contractions.

Your exact burn depends on your body weight, effort level, and arousal.

What Affects Calorie Burn During Masturbation?

Masturbation may not replace your gym routine, but several factors affect how many calories you burn:

• Duration: A quickie burns less than a longer session.

• Body Weight: Heavier individuals burn more energy.

• Intensity: Light touching burns fewer calories than full-body movement.

• Position: Standing or kneeling burns more than lying flat.

Sex vs. Masturbation

• Sex: 5 to 6 METs (Metabolic Equivalent of Tasks), burning up to 100+ calories in 25 minutes.

• Masturbation: 2 to 3 METs, roughly 15–45 calories depending on time and energy spent.

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Masturbation vs Other Activities

How does masturbation compare to other activities in terms of calorie burn?

So no, masturbation won’t replace cardio. But it still gets your blood flowing and muscles working — including your pelvic floor.

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Masturbation for Fitness? Myths vs Facts

Let’s debunk a few myths:

• ❌ Myth: Masturbation will help you lose weight.
  ✅ Fact: It burns calories, but not enough to count as a weight-loss method.

• ❌ Myth: You burn as much as a workout.
  ✅ Fact: Not even close — you’d need hours to match a 30-minute run.

Still, masturbation does boost mood and circulation, which are essential for overall health.

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Male vs Female: Who Burns More?

Men and women both burn calories during masturbation, but the numbers vary:

• Men: Burn around 3–5 calories per minute. Ejaculation adds a small burst due to muscle contractions and hormone release.

• Women: Burn around 2–4 calories per minute, with variations depending on movement and arousal level.

Ladies often spend more time on arousal and stimulation, so the total calorie count might be higher even with a lower per-minute burn.

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Is Masturbation Part of a Healthy Lifestyle?

Absolutely. Masturbation has several wellness benefits beyond calorie burn:

• Reduces stress and promotes relaxation

• Helps improve sexual performance

• Boosts self-awareness and body confidence

• Releases dopamine and oxytocin — your feel-good hormones

And yes, it's 100% normal and healthy. Whether you're single or in a relationship, a regular solo routine can help you manage cravings, improve stamina, and even support your mental health.

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Final Takeaway: Pleasure + Health = A Win-Win

While masturbation won’t replace your cardio routine, it still uses energy, engages your muscles, and supports sexual wellness. So yes — you do burn calories when masturbating, and every bit counts.

Next time you're tempted to skip the gym, just remember: self-love might not be the same as a workout, but it’s still good for your body and mind.