Something in the Way She Moves

Stuart Brody from the University of the West of Scotland, in collaboration with colleagues from Belgium, has conducted a groundbreaking study examining the relationship between a woman’s gait and her history of vaginal orgasms. The findings suggest that it is possible to discern a woman’s orgasmic history simply by observing her walking pattern.

The study, published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine, involved 16 female subjects, all university students from Belgium. The participants were videotaped while walking from a distance and were asked to complete a detailed questionnaire regarding their sexual history. The gait of these women was then analyzed by trained sexologists who were unaware of the participants’ orgasmic histories.

Results indicated that trained sexologists could accurately identify a woman’s history of vaginal orgasms based on her gait with an impressive 80% accuracy. Notably, the research found that the combination of stride length and vertebral rotation was significantly greater in women who reported vaginal orgasms compared to those who did not.

Brody suggested several explanations for these findings. He posited that anatomical features may predispose some women to experience vaginal orgasms, while others may have pelvic muscle blockages that could hinder both sexual response and gait. He noted, “Blocked pelvic muscles, which might be associated with psychosexual impairments, could impair vaginal orgasmic response and gait.” Furthermore, he speculated that women who experience vaginal orgasms might exhibit greater confidence in their sexuality, which could be reflected in their walking style. This confidence may also correlate with the quality of their relationships, as the study found a link between vaginal orgasms and better relationship dynamics.

Irwin Goldstein, Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Sexual Medicine, emphasized the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in treating women with orgasmic dysfunction, highlighting the potential benefits of therapies that incorporate movement and physical therapy focused on the pelvic floor. The study contributes to a growing body of evidence suggesting a connection between physical movement, muscle function, and sexual health in women.

Additionally, the research indicates a relationship between vaginal orgasm and mental health, suggesting that sexual function may play a significant role in overall psychological well-being.

This study not only sheds light on the intricate connections between physical movement and sexual health but also opens avenues for further research into the implications of these findings for therapeutic practices aimed at improving women’s sexual health.