It’s been around since ancient times. The practice originated in the Middle East centuries ago.
Jelqing is a penis stretching exercise that involves massaging the penile tissue and stretching the skin to produce micro tears and scar tissue that are supposed to increase the size when healed.
There are many variations of jelqing techniques, and it’s gaining popularity among men looking to increase their penis size. But is it really effective? And how do you perform it correctly? Let’s take a closer look.
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Does Jelqing Actually Work?
While anecdotal evidence suggests that jelqing might help men gain length and girth, scientific studies haven’t shown much success.
Most studies have found no significant differences in penile circumference between men who performed jelqing regularly and those who didn’t. Read this one from 2016, or this one from 2011.
But don’t give up hope just yet; there are reports from men online that when used regularly, jelqing can work and increase the length of your penis by an inch and the girth.
If you don’t believe us, have a look on Google for yourself.
But before getting too excited for what’s to come, know that jelqing is not a quick and easy fix for your penis enhancement concerns.
You will not get fast results and must be dedicated and diligent in your routine. Think of it as a new gym regimen. Men who have found success with this technique claim that results come from consistency over time.
How to Start Jelqing
Find a comfortable position where you won’t be disturbed. This could be anywhere from lying down to standing up. Some people even recommend sitting in a chair with their legs spread apart.
You can choose from several techniques when it comes to jelqing. There are many different ways to go about it, and here are some of the most popular ones:
Lubricate Your Penis
Wet jelqing is the best form of jelqing. You can use oil, baby oil, water-based lubrication, coconut oil, or even Vaseline. Some people prefer to do wet jelqing while others prefer dry jelqing. Either way, you must ensure you don’t apply too much pressure during the jelqing process. If you apply too much force, it could cause damage to your penis.
Dry Jelqing: Dry jelqing is another method of jelqing that involves no lubrication. This technique requires less effort but a lot of patience. It can be more irritating and eventually lead to soreness or discomfort.
Do Not Practice on a Fully Erect Penis
It’s better to work with an only semi-erect penis, one that’s only 50-60% hard. A fully erect penis is engorged in blood, defeating the purpose of jelqing. The purpose is to let blood flow through the penis, and you won’t be able to do that when it’s completely erect.
If you find yourself getting turned on, pause and try to wait the erection out, and continue once it’s gone down a little.
Stretch Your Penis
Make the “OK” signal with your index finger and thumb. Use your thumb and index finger to grip your penis.
Start by pulling down on the skin near the base of your penis and stretching it outward. Then, move your hand toward the tip of your penis and continue stretching it upward. Once you reach the head of your penis, stop moving your hand and hold it still. Now, slowly begin moving your hand again, starting at the bottom and working your way up.
As you get closer to the tip, ensure you’re tightening your grip. Repeat this process several times for at least twenty minutes per day.
The Upward Stretch
Another common jelqing method involves forming a V with your hand and pulling the penis upward towards your stomach instead of outward.
Start by positioning your fingers just above the base. Next, slide your fingers upward and press against the area. Continue pressing and pulling upward.
As you get closer to the tip, ensure you’re tightening your grip. Repeat this exercise several times for up to twenty minutes per day.
Jelqing Results
There are no hard and fast rules about how long you should keep up with something when it comes to natural penis enlargement methods. Some men report seeing results in a few weeks or even months.
Some factors seem to influence how quickly you’ll see results. For example, if you’re trying to increase the length of your penis, it might help to focus on doing jelqs every day rather than just once or twice per week. And use devices like a penile extender or natural remedies. It could take less time to see results, but remember not to overdo it! You don’t want to damage the delicate skin or structures in the penis.
The bottom line is that it’s impossible to tell precisely how long it will take to see results, especially since each person’s body reacts differently. So it’s best to stick with whatever routine works for you and give yourself plenty of time to see results.
Once more, no scientific research proves that jelqing will work for all men. It is purely a method to try, but do not get your hopes up, especially if you are hoping to grow 1.5 or more inches.
How Often Should You Practice Jelqing
Some people suggest that you practice jelqing three times per day. However, some claim that you only need to perform jelqs two or three times per week, depending on the results you want. If you want to gain more length, you’ll probably have to practice jelqs more often.
Jelqing Pros
The pros of jelqing are obvious — it might increase your size and girth! Bear in mind you might be underestimating how large your penis already is.
The average erect penis is 5.16 inches (13.11 cm), and the average flaccid penis is 3.66; if you’re at or above 5 inches (12.7 cm), you probably don’t need to jelq at all.
Penis length can range from 1 inch (2.54 cm) to 7 inches (17.78 cm) usually, with the largest recorded penis being from Roberto Esquivel Cabrera, a Mexican man, who is reported to have measured 18 inches (45.72 cm), and Jonah Falcon, an American actor, who reportedly has 13 inches (33.02 cm).
Precautions
If you want to try jelqs, here are some tips to keep in mind to avoid potential problems.
Use something to make your penis moist and slippery so that you won’t create too much friction between your hand and penis, such as regular lube, Vaseline, unscented lotions, Baby Oil, or Coconut Oil.
The key to jelq is gently massage and stretch your penis while keeping a steady rhythm. If you’re in pain or feel discomfort, stop.
Jelqing Cons
Jelqing is pretty harmless if you don’t squeeze it too hard, too often, or too aggressively. If you do, however, you could risk tearing or damaging the tissue
Jelqing can cause bruising on the penis, pain or soreness along its shaft, and even bleeding. These are all possible side effects.
Other potential side effects include numbness around the head of the penis, forming scar tissue, painful sex, and erectile dysfunction (ED).
Stop immediately if you feel pain and discomfort. Increasing your penis length isn’t worth going to the hospital over.
Other Penis Enlargement Techniques
Penis enlargement surgery is one of the most popular ways to enlarge the size of your penis permanently. Many surgical procedures are used to achieve this goal, including inserting filers, cutting the ligaments, or implanting penile prostheses.
There are potential side effects associated with penis enlargement surgery. For example, penile fractures could occur, causing pain and swelling and could lead to erectile dysfunction. Other complications include infection, scarring, and nerve damage.
There are also several nonsurgical penis enlargement techniques, such as penis exercises, traction devices, and penis pills. So what works best? There is no single solution that will work for everyone.
A penile extender device is believed to help somewhat with size, but the evidence is inconclusive. One study from 2016 discovered that using penile traction therapy was ineffective in increasing penis size. Still, another study, five years prior, showed some evidence that it might help.
Penis pumps are another option. A penis pump uses air pressure to pull blood into the penis as the pump mechanism sucks it into the device. It’s unclear how effective they are, and results may only be temporary due to having increased blood flow to the tissues in the penis.
The bottom line is that you have other options if you want to increase the length and girth of your penis.
Conclusion
Jelqing exercises are a simple technique that anyone can perform without professional medical advice. It doesn’t require special equipment, and it doesn’t cost anything.
While there aren’t any scientific studies proving that jelqing works, many users claim that it does, over time, give them a larger penis.
If you decide to try jelqing, make sure you follow all safety instructions and avoid overdoing it or any other penis enlargement technique.
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