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Jelqing is the name given to a certain type of penile massage. Jelqing has been attributed to a number of things, such as increasing the length and girth of the penis and increasing the strength of your erection.
However, does jelqing work? Allegedly, it helps to enhance blood flow to the region and stretches the actual fibrous tissue of the penis to make it larger. However, does science actually support this? Or are jelqers just convincing themselves that they’re seeing an improvement?
In this article, we’ll explain exactly what jelqing is and whether or not it actually works. We’ll learn about some peoples’ experience with jelqing before and after the fact, and we’ll provide you with an outline on how to get started jelqing if you believe that it’s the right exercise for you.
What Will You Learn?
- What Is Jelqing?
- How Jelqing Can Improve Your Erections
- Does Jelqing Work? (Jelqing Results)
- How to Perform Jelqing Exercise
- Different Forms of Jelqing Exercises
- Alternatives to Jeqling
What Is Jelqing?
So, what exactly is jelqing?
As mentioned above, jelqing is a form of penis massage. It’s also a type of exercise that was designed to help increase the mass and length of the penis.
Basically, jelqing works in a similar way as muscle building. When we build muscle by working out at the gym, we end up creating micro tears in our muscle fiber. As these tears heal over, our muscles become stronger. Repeating the process allows us to develop stronger muscles.
Jelqing operates in a similar fashion, except that the micro tears that it creates are actually on the skin of the penis itself. This happens because you’re pushing more mass into the sensitive skin fibers than the skin is generally capable of holding.
Overtime, this creates micro tears, and as these tears heal, our penis will look bigger.
So why on earth would anyone want to do this?
Well, as you’re likely already aware, people are prepared to go to some pretty ridiculous lengths to increase the size of their penis. Things like kegel exercises, penis pumps, and even invasive penis surgery have all been used to enhance the length of a man’s penis.
In comparison to some of these things, jelqing seems pretty tame. It also purports to provide the same benefits.
How Jelqing Can improve Your Erections
The real question here is how something like jelqing can actually improve the health of your erection.
People who have performed jelqing exercises for an extended period often report a number of benefits. These include:
- The increased girth of your penis when both flaccid and hard
- Increased length of the penis when both flaccid and hard
- The ability to make erections last for a longer duration
These benefits make jelqing sound like a godsend for anyone who is hoping to impress. According to these individuals, jelqing can help fight erectile dysfunction, make your penis larger and more impressive, and generally improve your overall sexual experience.
Does Jelqing Work? (Jelqing Results)
So, does jelqing work? How can one really compare jelqing results without actually having a scientific basis?
Unfortunately, as it stands, there’s not a whole ton of scientific research done on the topic of jelqing. While men across the world swear that it works for them, science is not so sure. In fact, most of the research that’s been done on jelqing hasn’t even been done on authentic jelqing: it’s been done on men who were using traction devices that operate in a similar manner as jelqing would.
One study observed that these traction devices could increase the length of your penis. However, that was only if the device was worn 9 hours a day for several months. Unless you have nothing else on your agenda and you’re prepared to spend 9 hours a day jelqing with your hands down your pants, this might not be the best idea.
However, similar studies also pointed out that using a traction device is quite a bit safer than surgery while also providing similar results. Remember, jelqing is basically a manual form of traction device. It just takes a lot of time and dedication to performing jelqing exercises for any significant period of time.
But then again – such as often happens with scientific studies – a more recent study counteracted all the previous information. One of the most recent studies, published in 2016, found that there was no real connection between traction devices and enhanced penile size.
So, ultimately, the jury is out. If you practice jelqing exercises and find that they work for you, great. Just don’t be blown out of the water if you find that they’re not super effective.
How to Perform Jelqing Exercise
Ultimately, the only way for you to decide whether or not jelqing works is by trying it yourself. Our step-by-step guide can help you figure out how to start jelqing right away.
- First, lube up. Lube’s generally a good idea (though it’s not actually necessary) because it can help minimize potential damage to your penis. Frequent jelqing without lube can lead to chafing, scabbing, injuries and general discomfort. There are lots of different lubes available, ranging from vaseline to baby oil.
- Get a half-chub. A half-chub (or rather, a three-quarter chub) is an erection that’s not quite full. You don’t want to be fully erect when you’re jelqing. Do whatever it takes to get you about 3/4 of the way there, be that watching pornography, doing some gentle stroking, or having your partner excite you a bit. The goal is to have enough blood in your penis to move around, but enough flaccidity so that you can actually push the blood around.
- Make an o-shape with your thumb and index finger. This will create a shape that your penis can easily fit into. It’s also easy to tighten and loosen this grip according to your needs and comfort.
- Start at the base. With your half-chub, you want to bring the o-shape towards the base of the penis and tighten it a bit. You will notice that this leads to the rest of your penis becoming more firm and erect.
- Slide it forward. Once you’ve squeezed the base, move your hand forward without loosening your grip. If it’s painful or uncomfortable, you’re probably doing it a bit too hard.
- Loosen up right before you reach the tip of your penis. That’s it, that’s one jelq.
- Repeat. You’ll need to do this quite a few times on a regular basis to notice any tangible difference. Each jelq should take about 2-3 seconds. Keep doing this for about 20 minutes a day (even though some of the studies say that a traction device needs to be applied for at least 9 hours a day, this is a bit unreasonable – especially for someone with work or family responsibilities.)
One thing to consider before starting a new jelqing routine is potential side effects.
- Seriously intense jelqing can straight up tear and rip the tissue of your penis. This can ruin your penis and make it difficult to get hard in the future.
- Jelqing too hard or too often can adversely affect your ability to get an erection.
- Going too hard can lead to bruising, pain, soreness, sensitivity, and the formation of scar tissue. Ironically, jelqing too hard can also cause ED.
To avoid side effects, you just have to make sure that you’re doing the technique properly. Here are a few tips to avoid side effects and discomfort.
- Use lube. We mentioned this once, but it’s worth mentioning again. This will minimize friction and reduce the chance of injuring yourself.
- Don’t jelq when fully erect. This can put too much pressure on the sensitive tissues of your penis.
Different Forms of Jelqing Exercises
There are a few different types of jelqing exercises that you can perform. Depending on your preference, one may feel more comfortable than the next. Some people also report different benefits from different exercises.
- Try the pincer grip. This grip feels a bit different and applies pressure in a different way. Instead of making the O-shape, you put your thumb underneath the penis and your index finger on the top, with the flat parts each facing each other (towards the skin of your penis). Apply pressure by pinching both together, and jelq this way.
- Try leaning against a table or wall. This can reduce strain on your arms and legs and make it more comfortable to jelq for an extended period.
- Jelqing without lube. Some people find that using lube actually overstimulates them and can lead to ejaculation. If this is the case, try jelqing without lube and see if the experience can be more beneficial.
Alternatives to Jelqing
There are also a number of other alternatives to jelqing that can help improve the health of your penis and your sex life in general. These include:
- Kegel exercise and pelvic floor exercises, which have been proven to enhance erectile strength and help fight premature ejaculation in men.
- Good, old-fashioned cardiovascular exercise can help get your heart and circulatory system in good shape. This will help bring blood into your penis and can lead to stronger erections.
- Losing weight. Obesity and other weight-related issues can lead to high blood pressure, which can make it hard for blood to flow to the penis.
- Eat healthily. Our hormonal system, our circulatory system, and our libido are all important for our sexual health and our ability to get an erection. These systems are also all reliant on nutrients. We get these nutrients from our diet, so eating healthy is a great way to improve your sexual health.
- Take supplements. There are supplements out there that are designed to help men develop stronger, longer-lasting erections and to improve sexual health. Viasil, for example, is formulated using ingredients that people across the globe have used to enhance sexual health for thousands of years.
Conclusion
Jelqing is one of the many techniques that men have used to enhance the length of their penis. Some say it works, and some say it doesn’t. Ultimately, the verdict is in your hands (literally). If you give jelqing a try and decide that it works, then congratulations!
Just remember, there are other ways to enhance the health of your penis. These include eating healthy and taking natural supplements designed to improve sexual health.
