I think given today's world and the constant pressures and stress most of us feel, masturbation is one way for some of us to rebalance ourselves. I have always been a frequent masturbator, but have allowed myself to increase my frequency as often as needed. The need for me is high. I personally have adopted a masturbatory lifestyle that allows me to indulge frequently as I have chosen to invest that time each day just as others invest their time into other hobbies. For me the benefit is physical, mental and emotional well-being. I was probably a little ahead of the curve in adopting this lifestyle, but I believe this will be more common in the future.

Thank you for this interesting information. When I was young I used to ejaculate as part of the morning stretch nearly every day and sometimes once or twice later in the day. Since the age of about 30 I have reduced my frequency. I find it more satisfying to let my semen swill up and down and around and to resist the temptation to let it out if I can. This way I seem to get a feeling of well being and frequent erections all day.

Barry,

do you edge for extended periods as part of your routine? How often do you ejaculate?

Yes, I edge for extended periods now. My situation changed dramatically 6 years ago. I had an accident causing spinal damage and paralysis. II now rely on carers to wash me and get me out of bed and dressed. Part of the routine is a bed bath. This usually arouses me and sometimes I have an ejaculation, perhaps once every 10 days.

I do also edge for extended periods as well, on a daily basis, but I almost always ejaculate at the end of every session. While there are some who practice semen retention, and tout many benefits of doing so, I have read much on the importance of frequent ejaculations in reducing prostate issues in men as we age.

I think it's wonderful men can open up like this now and admit and talk about their needs and practices. That's generally been a woman thing in the past with men denying or pretending otherwise, but times are changing.
The practice of edging, extending out one's masturbation session, is rising and has become quite common. That's a good thing really since, as Dr. Dodson and most sex councilors teach, to condition them to be stronger sex partners and last longer. It also teaches the body to be less instant "goal"orientated and more "journey" oriented. The best love making can stretch for hours and no better way to prepare than become used to masturbating for hours each time.

You can't be wankin one out in a minute to get on with your day then expect to last for hours making love all the sudden!

My best lovers and current soul mate have all admitted to a ritual of slow, extended masturbation as much for health and love making as for their own pleasure.

That means alot to a woman to hear that.
But it must be practiced regularly, several times a week if not daily. As with any exercise, you must keep it up to keep it up. LOL

It is great to have a forum like this where we can share techniques and tips to enhancing our masturbatory skills. The reality for men is that great lovers are not born that way. In order to be the kind of lover women desire, a man has to train himself. In actuality, there is a direct correlation to the frequency and quality of the training and the end result. Peak sexual performance is no different than peak athletic performance, you have to be disciplined and consistent in training to get maximum results. The opportunity to have frank and open dialogue is beneficial for us as not only do we have a chance to learn from each other, we also see that we are not alone in our journey.
I continue to be amazed at how much I continue to learn about masturbation, and I am grateful to those who have shared their experience and wisdom. My life has been forever changed in an incredible way as a result. I am honored to have the opportunity to do the same. It is actually exciting to me to have the ability to increase someone’s pleasure, confidence and love making skills through developing ones self-loving skills.

I am pleased to hear a lady's view on what pleases them too.