Women might improve their sexual health through exercise, experts say. But too much physical activity could be detrimental. 

These findings are based on a recent Journal of Sexual Medicine study involving 322 women in Italy. 

How much exercise was needed to boost sexual function? And how much was too much? 

The vagina is a flexible, elastic organ designed to expand and contact as needed. However, some women feel that their vagina is tight, making penetration uncomfortable. 

This week, we updated our website's Q & A item on this subject: 

Can the vagina tighten? 

Readers may also be interested in these related questions: 

What is vaginal laxity and how might it be addressed?

What are vaginal dilators?

What is vaginal flatus? 

Updated weekly, our website's Q & A feature answers dozens of sexual health questions for patients and professionals alike.