We all know that sex requires at least some physical exertion on the part of the participants involved, but according to this list the health benefits are much farther reaching than just a slimmer waist line. Lower cholesterol, better sleep, and decreased stress are among other positive side effects of having sex.

As we witness the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, it is interesting to note that our beloved porn stars also endure extreme training regimes in order to stay fit for their line of physically demanding work. Here are a few insights as well as helpful pointers from your favorite pornstars on how to stay fit to fuck.

A somewhat sexy fitness instructor in Adams, Pennsylvania is suing the city after officials banned the establishment of a dance studio fitted with poles for teaching pole dancing. With the backing of the American Civil Liberties Union and the First Amendment on her side, Stephanie Babines should have no problem getting her studio open in no time.

I try to be an open minded person, but I just don't get female bodybuilders. I get wanting to be in shape and strength, so I don't have to rely on a man. The thing I don't get is wanting to be so muscular that you look like a man...

While many of assume that sex is a great physical workout that should reduce our body fat, a new study published in a journal called 'Medical Hypotheses' argues that it may actually have the opposite effect.

According to this article, more and more women are taking up pole dancing despite an impending ban on lap dancing in strip clubs. The reason? Simply that it's good exercise and a fun way to get into shape, not to mention a sexy means of turning on your lover.

German born starlet Victoria Sin has announced she will shoot her final sex scene in May, either for Joe Gallant or Julie Simone, and will then pursue a career as a fitness trainer. The announcement may come as sad news for some, but think of the lucky athletes that will benefit from her seductive encouragement- I know she could get me to work up a sweat.

British cyclist Victoria Pendleton claims that the sex bans that prohibit athletes from having sex prior to competitions, may help male athletes to stay focused and virile, but she thinks that sex fuels her performance, and feels women should be prepared for competition with a different approach.

Here's a sexy instructional workout video for strippers that can get your girl off her ass and onto a pole- hopefully yours!

Packing on the pounds is a fast way to kill your own libido, not to mention make yourself less attractive as a mate- but fear not overweight Americans- there's still the hope that your desire to have sex again will motivate you off your fat lazy asses to get in shape and enjoy sex again.