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Study Reveals Men's Sex Duration Peaks at 18.3 Minutes

10/7/2025

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A Lovehoney study finds men's sex duration varies by age, peaking at 18.3 minutes for ages 25-34.
After the peak, durations decline with age: 18-24 16.1 minutes; 35-44 17.4 minutes; 45-54 14.1; 55-64 11.3; 65+ 8.1 minutes.
Sarah Mulindwa emphasizes pleasure and communication; women favor longer sessions, 25 minutes and 51 seconds, vs 13 minutes and 41 seconds for orgasm.

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A Lovehoney study finds men's sex duration varies by age, peaking at 18.3 minutes for ages 25-34.
After the peak, durations decline with age: 18-24 16.1 minutes; 35-44 17.4 minutes; 45-54 14.1; 55-64 11.3; 65+ 8.1 minutes.
Sarah Mulindwa emphasizes pleasure and communication; women favor longer sessions, 25 minutes and 51 seconds, vs 13 minutes and 41 seconds for orgasm.