I generally don't have endurance issues while having sex - I have really great control and can last for quite a while. Unfortunately, my refractory/recovery time has always been long. The desire to have sex returns, but my body takes awhile before it reacts the way it should, even with the use of foreplay, oral play, etc.

Anyone have any recommendations to help shorten the recovery time? Any foods/exercises that could help with this?

(i apologise if someone has previously asked this question)

I too have been blessed with being able to hold off cumming.  It comes in handy when you want to please the lady.  And when you get a great lady to bring you up close and back off multiple times (like Ashley Shye it's a wonderful pop.

However, I have also had a longer than desired recovery time - even as a really young man.  Now "past 50"...it is so frustrating.  Especially when I pay for 2 hours and can only pop once.  Holding off a long time is great but two would be so much better.

I don't think science can help us...it's just our body.

Dear ArabStallion,

Refractory time appears to be genetic. If you pollute your system with alcohol, drugs, heavy foods or lead a generally stressful or depressing life, your refractory perior may be longer. And, in fact, as you age, your refractory period may also increase.

To my knowledge, there is nothing you can take specifically to shorten this time. Since this has been a lifelong quirk of yours, your body must like things this way - despite your conscious wishes. Some bodies require more protein to function optimally; others have more energy and zest when carbo-loading. But, since energy itself is not your problem, best not to look a gifthorse in the mouth It could be worse. At least you don't write that you have ED, indurance issues or problems having orgasms. On the other hand, Viagra and other ED meds do shorten the refractory period for some, but I wouldn't start tampering with things unless there was something more serious in the wings..

Keep on horseplaying,
the Love Goddess

My urologist prescribed me a mild anti-depressant to help me last longer.  I went to him because I felt I was popping to quick (20-60 seconds).  The "pill" has extended my time to pop 30-60 minutes...sometimes longer.  I'm not sure I like it lasting that long but my lady friends have not complained.  It's not necessarily pleasurable to me though.  I last so damn long refractory time is a non-issue.  But I agree with a previous post...I would rather pop 2-3 times then last 60+ minutes!