Introduction to Coregasms

A popular British influencer has shared a strange experience she had at a gym, claiming she had an orgasm while working out – dubbing the phenomenon a “coregasm”.

Sophie Habboo, known for appearing on Made in Chelsea, openly discussed the incident on her Wednesdays Podcast with co-host Melissa Tattam, although commenters weren’t convinced it was a real thing.

What Happened

The clip, which has since gone viral on TikTok, begins with the duo discussing various ways people can reach orgasm. “People can get off literally just from their brain, without being touched,” Tattam claims, sharing that she once had one in the middle of the night while asleep. “Yeah, I’ve had an orgasm in the gym,” Habboo replies.

Area of Arousal

“I remember doing an ab workout in the gym and thinking, ‘What the f–k just happened?’” Habboo continues before referring to it as a “coregasm” and saying it felt different to a typical orgasm. “Something (was) going on – you just gotta really push through with the core exercises. Give it a go, guys. Let me know if it works for you. I reckon you’ve got to be properly relaxed.”
Sophie Habboo, known for appearing on Made in Chelsea, openly discussed the incident on her Wednesdays Podcast with co-host Melissa Tattam, although commenters weren’t convinced it was a real thing. @sophiehabboo/Instagram

What is a Coregasm?

Vanessa Huffman, Head of Education at Club pilates ANZ, told news.com.au, “Although it’s not common, a coregasm is a real thing.” “The activation of the deep pelvic floor muscles may contribute to this sensation,” she added. “Exercises focusing on the core, like Pilates, engage the lowest pelvic floor muscles that contain the ‘area of arousal’ for the lucky few who experience this.”

Technical Explanation

Dr Debby Herbenick, an associate professor, leading sex researcher, and author of The Coregasm Workout, explained to SELF that the technical term for this phenomenon is exercise-induced orgasms. In her book, she states that roughly 10 per cent of people — regardless of age, gender, or fitness level — experience this phenomenon. “They generally feel similar to orgasms from vaginal intercourse, but they tend to be more dull, less intense, and more tingly,” she said. “They seem to last about the same length of time as orgasms during sex. They occur from exercises that heavily engage the core abdominal muscles.”
“I remember doing an ab workout in the gym and thinking, ‘What the f–k just happened?’” Habboo continues before referring to it as a “coregasm” and saying it felt different to a typical orgasm. @sophiehabboo/Instagram

Exercises That Might Help

While the exact physiological mechanisms remain a mystery, there are some workouts that might help enhance your chances of arousal during exercise. These include crunches, leg lifts, knee lifts, hip thrusts, squats, and hanging straight leg raises, according to Healthline. For men, sit-ups, weightlifting, climbing, pull-ups, and chin-ups might do the trick.

Commenters Weigh In

Despite the known research, many commenters on the clip were unconvinced. “Come on … this does not happen,” remarked one. “In the gym, c’mon … hahaha sorry Sophie, love ya but hell nooo,” wrote another. “This is news to me!” someone else added. However, others were on board, with one stating, “Well that’s one way to get me to the gym …” “I’ve been looking for a sign to hit the gym and I think this is it,” said another.

Other Experiences

It comes after Aussie influencer and KIC founder Steph Claire Smith admitted she had the same experience in 2023. She spoke on her podcast about how ab exercises were the “unexpected” thing that got her “going.” “It only happened a few times but I did enjoy it,” she said. “It’s totally normal”.

Conclusion

The concept of a "coregasm" has been met with both skepticism and interest. While some people may be unsure about its validity, others have come forward to share their own experiences. As research continues to uncover the mysteries of the human body, it’s possible that we may learn more about this phenomenon and how it affects people.

FAQs

• Q: What is a coregasm?
  A: A coregasm, also known as an exercise-induced orgasm, is a phenomenon where a person experiences an orgasm while working out, particularly during exercises that engage the core abdominal muscles.
• Q: Is it common to experience a coregasm?
  A: According to research, roughly 10 per cent of people experience this phenomenon, regardless of age, gender, or fitness level.
• Q: What exercises might help induce a coregasm?
  A: Exercises that focus on the core, such as crunches, leg lifts, and Pilates, may enhance the chances of experiencing a coregasm.
• Q: Are coregasms the same as regular orgasms?
  A: Coregasms are described as feeling similar to orgasms from vaginal intercourse but tend to be more dull, less intense, and more tingly.