Is Cycling Bad For Men's Sexual Health? GCN Talks Bo***cks

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  • Does cycling cause erectile dysfunction, penile numbness and prostate cancer in males?
    Si recently met up with expert urologist Anthony Koupparis to discuss the impact of cycling on men's sexual health.
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    Does cycling cause erectile dysfunction in males? Is getting a numb penis while cycling a bad thing? And, can cycling lead to an increased risk of getting prostate cancer? In this video, Si put these questions to leading urologist Anthony Koupparis, who gave some very interesting answers around the subject. The video gives mostly good news (we can all let out a sigh of relief) but also highlights some instances where further medical attention would definitely be advised. We hope you can all learn a lot from this video and continue to enjoy riding your bikes.
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  • @dookie3453
    @dookie3453 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3788

    Just spray a little WD-40 should fix it

  • @alexr215
    @alexr215 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10650

    Who cares, I don't have a girl to ride so I ride my bike.

    • @murphymc304
      @murphymc304 5 ปีที่แล้ว +140

      Alex R LOL

    • @SatrapHarpy
      @SatrapHarpy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +324

      @@murphymc304 Yeah but when you find one you sure are going to ride her hard! LOL! Keep riding!

    • @1943vermork
      @1943vermork 5 ปีที่แล้ว +184

      A very wild ride with that sexy oiled up bike

    • @Slickshadow11
      @Slickshadow11 5 ปีที่แล้ว +345

      The girl is supposed to ride YOU. It's OK tho, one day you will lose your virginity

    • @nickykeenan7507
      @nickykeenan7507 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      F

  • @ra78100
    @ra78100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    I've been riding all my life and I'm 64 and very healthy thank God no problem!!!!!

  • @morganrowe
    @morganrowe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +254

    How can anyone 'dislike' this video? GCN trying to educate and help people, much appreciated. 🤙

    • @shafip
      @shafip 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No dislikes yet.
      What is the point of your comment

    • @morganrowe
      @morganrowe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@shafip you realise TH-cam has removed the dislike numbers since my comment a year ago right?

    • @shafip
      @shafip 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@morganrowe 😅 ok

    • @hinarahman9462
      @hinarahman9462 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This aged well

    • @alsayedmohammed2367
      @alsayedmohammed2367 ปีที่แล้ว

      A bit baised

  • @jakethesnakelover
    @jakethesnakelover 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1092

    I have a great solution for numbness while riding.
    Just stand up on your pedals every once in a while to let blood flow through. That’s what I do and I don’t suffer any numbness.

    • @brannonmccoy742
      @brannonmccoy742 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Same here I'm a former US MARINE all I do is travel mostly on my bike I agree 💯

    • @Miabalzitch
      @Miabalzitch 5 ปีที่แล้ว +369

      @@brannonmccoy742 do you start every sentence like that?

    • @smithj
      @smithj 5 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      Miabalzitch lmao

    • @winddragonlundholm1792
      @winddragonlundholm1792 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I do that to because it makes me higer up in the air and I feel free like the wind blowing in my hair. Hahaha I'm a girl mate.

    • @davidlestrange9153
      @davidlestrange9153 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lol my strat is to sit on my thigh on the top tube

  • @aaronchetcuti7766
    @aaronchetcuti7766 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2827

    Hats off to the GCN crew for discussing such a serious topic.Bravo!

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +105

      Thanks Aaron, glad you found it useful

    • @simon1234567ful
      @simon1234567ful 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@gcn maybe another question you didnt touch on: ive heard that a mans potency is negatively affected by cycling due to the legs being close together and tight pants with cushions leading to overheating.
      Is there anything to it?

    • @nastycharge1340
      @nastycharge1340 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@gcn what if he's being sarcastic there (^^)

    • @don-dadda8006
      @don-dadda8006 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@simon1234567ful non issue ... more worrisome working with a high end laptop over time on your lap as it overheats.

    • @pransis.d
      @pransis.d 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed, serious cause it involves ED. 🤣 glad I dont have to worry about that anymore.

  • @mustafa_rasooli
    @mustafa_rasooli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +260

    I'm a professional cyclist I have a daughter and I am very strong

    • @bourbon369
      @bourbon369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      i have 11 sons and 7 daughters

    • @scienstistfuture9361
      @scienstistfuture9361 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      i want t build lower abs by cycling is it possible ?

    • @bourbon369
      @bourbon369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@scienstistfuture9361 it’s not possible

    • @harrymakongwa1147
      @harrymakongwa1147 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bourbon369 hahahaaa keep smashing that canal

    • @adrianrey2150
      @adrianrey2150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@harrymakongwa1147 ahahahahahahahahha all of the kids are from canal

  • @sandyvarman
    @sandyvarman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    You guys are amazing. Been following the channel for years and now that I’m back to actively cycling again, I can’t thank you enough for all the great content you put out.

    • @ryankao2763
      @ryankao2763 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/users/shortsdcY8FCGnQws?feature=share

    • @htstyle
      @htstyle ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too keep watching my riding

  • @gio957
    @gio957 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1600

    Testicles always at max PSI when riding next to cars.

    • @leemilica
      @leemilica 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      😂😂😂

    • @prasadkulkarni2651
      @prasadkulkarni2651 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ,😁

    • @bestmoney816
      @bestmoney816 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀

    • @Terrifier1984
      @Terrifier1984 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Well said mate

    • @isaacezekielthecolorblindg7343
      @isaacezekielthecolorblindg7343 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol

  • @Ripinda1911
    @Ripinda1911 5 ปีที่แล้ว +881

    Props to Si for being so open!

    • @Sufmister
      @Sufmister 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All you MAMILS out there please listen to the advice in this great video and understand that heart disease can show itself in many many ways. It sneaks up on you and leaves its calling card when you get that gripping pain in your chest. Good job GCN

    • @jancreighton
      @jancreighton 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      A flat, firm saddle like a Selle Royal Seta (not expensive) or equivalent, that is appropriately sized to provide correct support to your particular sit-bones. This effectively elevates the perineum out of the fray. Also, a 3-ish degrees nose-down attitude of the saddle keeps the saddle nose a little bit lower and again, out of the equation. Once I discovered this not so obvious solution, all discomfort became a thing of the past. Beyond this, correct crank length is another significant aspect of this situation. A crank that is too long causes over extension of the knee and consequently, exaggerated movement of the hips. I'm 5'10" (178cm) and 170mm cranks are vastly more comfortable for me than the typical 172.5 or 175 that come as standard fitment on frames recommended for my stature.

    • @tuttiningsih2788
      @tuttiningsih2788 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Sufmister Aqaa1

    • @Slickshadow11
      @Slickshadow11 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      mAh PeNis

    • @obiwac
      @obiwac 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      ... about his small penis size

  • @phil3038
    @phil3038 3 ปีที่แล้ว +215

    After 12 months cycling I can say in my experience its the opposite.
    More leg power and massive stamina. 🙃🙃😉😆

    • @jimbeam3081
      @jimbeam3081 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hell yeah

    • @senanub5277
      @senanub5277 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Stamina for me. Serious stamina

  • @9090Glenn
    @9090Glenn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    when I started cycling I had a traditional road cycling saddle - Selle San Remo and I would certainly have numbness and pain after longer rides of 1h - it certainly stopped me from longer rides - I purchased a Selle San Marco Max Flite with center cut-out an have NEVER looked back - numbness was GONE - rides of 3-4 hours followed - I HIGHLY RECOMMEND the central cut-out for everyone experiencing these problems - it was a world of difference

  • @javicarlos1
    @javicarlos1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3272

    He is Linus in cyclist version

    • @fortnitespotless6479
      @fortnitespotless6479 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Big facts

    • @fasieh7331
      @fasieh7331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +130

      He doesn't have a CPU to drop though

    • @harshbansal85
      @harshbansal85 4 ปีที่แล้ว +163

      next video coming up '' water cooling and adding rgb to my cycle''

    • @aerojetrocketdyners-2538
      @aerojetrocketdyners-2538 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@fasieh7331 He has tonnes of carbon fibre to break

    • @MKSRR1
      @MKSRR1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Linus tech tips?

  • @jureklancar8148
    @jureklancar8148 5 ปีที่แล้ว +403

    This could become the GCN's most viewed video.

    • @keithwallis9799
      @keithwallis9799 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      John Doe In keeping with the spirit of double entendres of this video, nicely done ;-)

    • @pwrshots
      @pwrshots 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      and you may get the most thumbs up.

    • @KXP70
      @KXP70 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@picklerick3525 Vegan shits pass very quickly as opposed to meat shits.

  • @lifetime.weekend
    @lifetime.weekend 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    This actually helped me clear my doubts.

  • @kapilhooda2373
    @kapilhooda2373 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I just took up cycling couples weeks ago and was searching "benefits of cycling for men" and this video was the FIRST result.
    No surprise the title was terrifying. But glad I clicked on it.

  • @bhatturvish2603
    @bhatturvish2603 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3169

    My grandfather had cycle his all life and he was fit and fine ... And had 6 kids 🤣🤣

    • @harrymakongwa1147
      @harrymakongwa1147 4 ปีที่แล้ว +230

      What only 6 kids my grandpa has 27 children..from different 4 women and he is 117 yrs old now ..he walks fine with no supportong stick but he has memory issues sometime he forget his children such the younger ones

    • @harrymakongwa1147
      @harrymakongwa1147 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      @Gepochs They are living legends..

    • @satangod1413
      @satangod1413 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @Gepochs 😂😂👌👌

    • @legendneverdies3685
      @legendneverdies3685 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      @Gepochs my grand father had 10 kids 1 wife

    • @myanaabhishek3774
      @myanaabhishek3774 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Woh Atlas tha bhai

  • @FD1CE
    @FD1CE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +727

    I've just entered the world of cyclists in my 27s. I'm learning A LOT from your channel in every aspect.
    Great job, GCN.

    • @jayasmrmore3687
      @jayasmrmore3687 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There are just so many things you can learn about in cycling for sure.

    • @ProdJamesCultz
      @ProdJamesCultz ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Your 27’s lol I didn’t know you had more then one of those 😅😂

  • @usablellc6735
    @usablellc6735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you SO MUCH for this frank discussion! This is a topic i was completely unable to broach with the salesperson at the bike shop.

  • @chriskarthikraj6311
    @chriskarthikraj6311 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm 27, entered into a cyclist world. Learning one by one from your channel. And I appreciate you guys for teaching the odds and benefits in the cycling.
    I need to learn a lot 😎.

    • @ryankao2763
      @ryankao2763 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/users/shortsdcY8FCGnQws?feature=share

  • @NielsHeldens
    @NielsHeldens 5 ปีที่แล้ว +616

    GCN isn’t dicking about with this subject.
    In all seriousness, thank you for making a video about this serious health subject. Personally have only had minor issues(slight numbness especially during cold rides), which were easily solved by a different saddle and a bike fit.

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Cheers Niels!

    • @RichCourt
      @RichCourt 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just curious - what do you mean by a bike fit? Did you take it to your LBS or something? Cheers

    • @NielsHeldens
      @NielsHeldens 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rich Court I went to my LBS and had a so called retül(name of the brand that provides the system) bike fit. Not every LBS has a proper bike fitting system and or someone that is trained in using a bike fitting system though.
      Hope this was helpful - cheers!

    • @justcheckinm8
      @justcheckinm8 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Dudes need to get serious and get over any hangups about 'checking down there'. I lost a cousin just over a year ago, at 53 to IHD, a condition that killed his father at 47..and our fathers are twins, I just turned 51. Hello..there's my wakeup call. Whilst I was getting a heart check, the doc says I best get 'the other check'. So that took care of a dilemma (in my own mind) of a digit in the widget, or do I just wing it and hope for the best. Knowing is better than wondering. Let's stop dying for a sake of a little bit of self imposed pride.

    • @artisticautoconcepts5266
      @artisticautoconcepts5266 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bad for these Nuts 00 I love to ride my bike fast. . And I only ride 20 mins a few days out of the wk. So my nuts R goodd :) - All jokes aside I enjoyed this Informative Video Thanks for Research GCN keep the good work. 'Cycling is Life' -Tour De France ** 2020 #

  • @DavidAnderson-wq2mf
    @DavidAnderson-wq2mf 5 ปีที่แล้ว +512

    Great to see GCN tackling Mens Health. More of the same please.

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Thanks David, glad you enjoyed it

    • @LICKMEKNUTS
      @LICKMEKNUTS 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree totally!!!

    • @ryankao2763
      @ryankao2763 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/users/shortsdcY8FCGnQws?feature=share

    • @warrenarnold
      @warrenarnold 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@gcn1:37 😊😅i saw your pp💀 well endowed mate clap 👏

  • @matthewoconnor2593
    @matthewoconnor2593 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love feeling like I’m in the studio with you guys. Good for your physical health. Amazing for mental health.

  • @recstoppauseplay
    @recstoppauseplay 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Si for a great presentation on a subject that pretty much all men are or should be concerned about. As we get past that all encompassing 50 mark it's really vital to have a check up once every couple of years to every year as time marches on. Research and treatment for prostate cancer has improved by leaps and bounds in the last 30 years and although it led to our father's passing, it's good to know that his sons (i.e. my brothers and I) don't have to suffer the same fate. I've experienced the numbness in the 'undercarriage' while riding my bike on rollers and solved it with a few layers of chamois like soft cloth between me and the saddle. Well done with an important subject!

  • @TheFinav
    @TheFinav 5 ปีที่แล้ว +698

    This is really high-value content. The subject matter is presented with humour but still the maturity that it deserves. Thanks guys!

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Glad you enjoyed it Franz

    • @MRAI503
      @MRAI503 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hmm th-cam.com/video/4jexlj90868/w-d-xo.html

  • @nickdagreat33
    @nickdagreat33 4 ปีที่แล้ว +979

    7:00 your welcome

  • @Youtuber-o
    @Youtuber-o 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lot of good information, thanks for making the video.

  • @Lupo32
    @Lupo32 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    helps my depression and insomnia.

  • @andrewpeacock4695
    @andrewpeacock4695 5 ปีที่แล้ว +551

    On longer rides, I get out of the saddle every five miles and ride for half a mile while standing. This lets the blood flow back to where it needs to be.

    • @patrickhinterhofer4416
      @patrickhinterhofer4416 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Oooor you just buy a propper saddle

    • @uvwuvw-ol3fg
      @uvwuvw-ol3fg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @ Agreed, nobody has been able to come up with a normal saddle yet, even recumbents won't get you far due to improved venous circulation in legs.

    • @Terrifier1984
      @Terrifier1984 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I will say post height playa big game and saddle better have a open channel for sure plus that saddle nose tilt can't be forgotten !!

    • @giggityeffyou
      @giggityeffyou 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What's a proper saddle? Should I use a saddle with no nose? Like the Schwinn one?

    • @harbhajansingh5506
      @harbhajansingh5506 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@giggityeffyou a hole in saddle

  • @alwinderooij2634
    @alwinderooij2634 5 ปีที่แล้ว +459

    Great to see GCN promoting men's health! Well done on you all.

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks Alwin

    • @the-Gammaron
      @the-Gammaron 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@gcnOh my god I thought you said it went up not numb and I immediately clicked off before coming back

  • @reubendias18
    @reubendias18 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I've noticed that this happens over long distances, long duration with a single posture. Easiest way out, tilt the seat downwards in front by a bit and it should ease the pressure down there. For MTBs and hybrid cycles it shouldn't be a problem based on their cushioning and shock absorbers.

  • @PrimecondosTv
    @PrimecondosTv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks fort this video so much information

  • @BobFlavinVideo
    @BobFlavinVideo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +748

    Great video, lads need to take an active roll in their own health. We loose too many Men to Prostate cancer every year and most of that comes from not taking action as soon as there's a problem.
    Nice work Simon.

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks Bob, hopefully we can get more people talking

    • @jeroenransijn25
      @jeroenransijn25 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      The disease is much more common in countries where meat and dairy products are dietary staples than in countries where the basic diet consists of rice, soybean products, and vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cole slaw, or sauerkraut. The underlying factor linking diet and prostate cancer is probably hormonal.
      Quit the meat dairy and eggs and you will cut your chances of getting prostate cancer short.

    • @saintjabroni
      @saintjabroni 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Respek

    • @robdp83
      @robdp83 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      glad i’m not the only one who knows the wide ranging benefits of a plant based whole foods diet

    • @robdp83
      @robdp83 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Michael Greger MD, book - how not to die chapter 13 might be of help. the options are surgery, chemo, radiation but a vegan whole foods diet would definitely help.

  • @mrfunnyman8244
    @mrfunnyman8244 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2259

    I mean when I sit down my ass hurts sometimes

    • @mrfunnyman8244
      @mrfunnyman8244 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Iglus Mulmus lmao

    • @mrfunnyman8244
      @mrfunnyman8244 5 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Supreme Lobster that’s gay

    • @subaruyagami2327
      @subaruyagami2327 5 ปีที่แล้ว +262

      Just a reminder to remove butt plug before you sit down.

    • @mrfunnyman8244
      @mrfunnyman8244 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Subaru Yagami gay

    • @grakoe
      @grakoe 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      That’s actually a 1 on the pain scail

  • @sonalmalhotra07
    @sonalmalhotra07 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely Video
    Thank You so much, I used to worry about these topics and I am so happy to hear of this..

  • @ramsaygames9256
    @ramsaygames9256 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is very well and truly educational. Good job lads

  • @DAlexKablack
    @DAlexKablack 5 ปีที่แล้ว +226

    Learned more today than all of high school health class.

    • @DiorskiePrepossessing
      @DiorskiePrepossessing 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bobmajew53 what job u take

    • @bobmajew53
      @bobmajew53 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I owned several Bike Shops. Saddles are not a big deal, its the adjustment 9 in 10 times. This is a real problem but it's not complicated.

    • @ercushkakulmetov7458
      @ercushkakulmetov7458 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@arbyarby3259 Luckey you, most of us have to thru hell and high water just to get a chance at riding a girl.

    • @notar2123
      @notar2123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@arbyarby3259 Found the 12 year old.

    • @MRAI503
      @MRAI503 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haa th-cam.com/video/4jexlj90868/w-d-xo.html

  • @ColinKlupiec
    @ColinKlupiec 5 ปีที่แล้ว +256

    This is intelligent, well presented and useful content about a very important topic. Personally, I know 4 men who have lived with prostate cancer...one of them succumbed to it...none of them cyclists. A commendable video.

    • @Hunter_Bidens_Crackpipe_
      @Hunter_Bidens_Crackpipe_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's too much, was there any pattern to their lifestyle?

    • @ColinKlupiec
      @ColinKlupiec 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No pattern. One of them was my father, but we lost him to stroke in January this year, aged 75.

    • @truantray
      @truantray 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Hunter_Bidens_Crackpipe_
      The pattern is well known from regional studies: the western high fat diet. Prostate cancer is a rare disease in countries with better diets.

  • @JonneyReay1968
    @JonneyReay1968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent video on a difficult subject to discuss. Well done Simon for this, fantastic and infromative work. 👍🏻

    • @ryankao2763
      @ryankao2763 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/users/shortsdcY8FCGnQws?feature=share

  • @nelcalb
    @nelcalb 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very important video, thanks a lot GCN

  • @scottfox6271
    @scottfox6271 5 ปีที่แล้ว +249

    An important subject, very delicate-the most delicate subject and GCN did it with class. Thanks Simon & Anthony!

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers Scott

    • @SKBKER
      @SKBKER 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      An impotent subject

    • @kathykrupka2688
      @kathykrupka2688 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Scott Fox )

  • @PInk77W1
    @PInk77W1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +602

    Been cycling long distance for 45yrs. Don’t own a car.
    Cycled across India USA China Aussie and Europe.
    Never had a problem. I just use Unicanitor seat.

    • @ObsidianRadio
      @ObsidianRadio 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      To Him Bike : South America and Africa next? :-D

    • @MR-RAY..
      @MR-RAY.. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@ObsidianRadio or black hole

    • @sr3yu
      @sr3yu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@xboxswitch9457 lmao

    • @arunprince1264
      @arunprince1264 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ him bike : great 😲💯

    • @Life_is_Awesome_Civil
      @Life_is_Awesome_Civil 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow

  • @glennet9613
    @glennet9613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I’m an older guy, 76, keen cyclist, I had embarassing and painful urination problems for thirty years or so, a routine medical showed a worrying PSA level, an MRI showed lesions on the prostate, a painful biopsy showed no cancer.
    After a year without cycling due to the covid social distancing my urination is back to normal, I sleep eight hours without getting up to go to the toilet. I’m back to cycling now so hopefully with a year of rest and a better saddle it won’t come back.

    • @okyoky405
      @okyoky405 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      do have suggestion about saddle?

    • @glennet9613
      @glennet9613 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I changed to the Brooks B17 which I find excellent. My wife uses the lady’s B65 and it is the first saddle that she has never complained about. You can them pre-softened to save the breaking in period.
      I see my post was two years ago and glad to say the problems have not returned and we have been cycling just about every day.

    • @miguelc9272
      @miguelc9272 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I hope to be as active as you when I’m 76!

    • @Badtimes
      @Badtimes 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I had the same problem with a PSA very, very high, biopsie, MRI, etc. Five years ago I had a cycling accident which took me off the bike for that long. My PSA went down to normal this year. I’m starting again to ride my bike and Hope everything will stay normal.

    • @glennet9613
      @glennet9613 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Badtimes Mine is still normal so far despite a lot of cycling recently - I think changing to a Brooks saddle may have helped.
      But PSA is only an indicator, not harmful in itself, so if it increases I wont do anything unless it is really extreme.

  • @PolakZver
    @PolakZver 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative,thank you!

  • @theprodigalson4003
    @theprodigalson4003 4 ปีที่แล้ว +165

    Haven’t even reached 1 minute in and I already like this fella

  • @jaylumbago559
    @jaylumbago559 5 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I used to get numbness on every ride and was worrying about the long term effects.
    Thank you GCN for shedding some light into this matter.
    Since my dad died of prostate cancer earlier this year I hope you all stay healthy and have many miles on the saddle still to come.

    • @brazilianpianist
      @brazilianpianist 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jay Lumbago did u ever fix the numbness problem?

    • @jaylumbago559
      @jaylumbago559 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes. I went from a Fizik Antares which came with my new bike to a Specialized Power which has a big cut out. That solved the problem.
      But I used to have pressure and a little numbness before on all of my bikes. What was helping there was a small adjustment in the saddle position, maybe lower the saddle a bit or tilt down the nose slightly and of course use every possibility to pedal out of the saddle, for example accelerating after a narrow corner or passing over bridge.

    • @abdullahalbalushi4933
      @abdullahalbalushi4933 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry for your loss. Adjusting your saddle would be the best solution

  • @rollerinside
    @rollerinside 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    REALLY REALLY good way to raise the prostate cancer awareness and also how important is a healthy life to prevent other diseases. Congratulations for the good job

  • @UTAH100
    @UTAH100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another good video with helpful info.

  • @jeeperonegro
    @jeeperonegro 5 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Excellent job !!!! I’m a doctor in Mexico, and I don’t think that you’re aware of the potential reach of this video, this could actually save life’s
    Congratulations!!! More videos like this

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks Hector! We'll see what we can do with a Spanish translation soon.

    • @gauravbehl417
      @gauravbehl417 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Does cycling affect our sexual health ?

  • @mikethreadgould4862
    @mikethreadgould4862 5 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Big thanks to GCN and especially Simon for addressing this issue so openly and honestly. As someone who works for a cancer charity, these issues, especially among men, are still not talked about enough. Keep up the good work!

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Mike, glad you enjoyed this one

  • @harjotaujla008
    @harjotaujla008 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for uploading this magnificent piece of information.. It cleared most of my doubts

    • @htstyle
      @htstyle ปีที่แล้ว

      My too It cleared most of doubts

  • @johannvandermerwe4826
    @johannvandermerwe4826 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good info, thanks!!

  • @grahambunton377
    @grahambunton377 5 ปีที่แล้ว +437

    Cycling actually IMPROVES my sex life.
    It gives me a good excuse for being out of the house for a few hours !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @obiwac
      @obiwac 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      So true

    • @beanieman9686
      @beanieman9686 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      This did make me laugh

    • @SonofJacob144k
      @SonofJacob144k 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You could always just get a job!

    • @Emo666Cali
      @Emo666Cali 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That seat working for you i see lolz

    • @burizaemon9305
      @burizaemon9305 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So you like it done outdoor, don't cha..?😏😏

  • @binhminhduongg
    @binhminhduongg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    This is what i have been waiting for years! These simple but practical videos and exciting content help to bring GCN to a new level. Love you guys

  • @marks4471
    @marks4471 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Subscribed! You guys have such excellent content!

  • @kennsoriano753
    @kennsoriano753 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is great content and important to talk about.

  • @Aloerch27
    @Aloerch27 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    As a prostate cancer survivor and cyclist, my experience was that my PSA was elevated if I was tested soon after hard riding. It was lower if I was tested after not riding for a couple days. This is a great video, and a topic that men need to take seriously. The more you know, the better prepared you will be to deal with problems if and when they arise.

  • @palicar
    @palicar 5 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    I’ve fought numbness on many different saddles and I mitigate it by standing for 15-30 seconds every 20 minutes or so. It works.

    • @jimmytooshoes
      @jimmytooshoes 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Patrick, I found saddles with. Proper channel really helped, e.g. Selle smp

    • @TigerTT
      @TigerTT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have no problems with my Sunlite C9 seat,its the wider type thats made for cruisers and such however I do like it on my mtb for commutes. Its nice because its comfy in any position even while sprinting,I couldn't do that with those skinny bike seats.

    • @biglampar556
      @biglampar556 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have u tried ISM ADAMO - it's so good i've got three for all my bikes. I've also got pro stealth and Power specialized. ISM adamo is stil the most comfortable on the drops - it's as comfortable as sitting on the couch. Seriously comfortable.

    • @palicar
      @palicar 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Big Lampar Thanks - I’ve been thinking about a split nose saddle. I’m currently enjoying a Specialized Power saddle but I have to stand or adjust my position from time to time. I notice it’s very comfortable on a long climb and when I’m forward on it.

    • @macmurfy2jka
      @macmurfy2jka 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      believe it or not, I have the least problems with this when I am wearing minimally padded shorts in concert with the specialized taupe saddle.

  • @sria8163
    @sria8163 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative..clear answer to all questions

  • @augustinee.salazar8742
    @augustinee.salazar8742 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great down-to-earth video; very much appreciate.

  • @tedallenwolff
    @tedallenwolff 5 ปีที่แล้ว +233

    a big thanks to GCN for addressing an important topic that is rarely discussed. This vid has excellent information. and special thanks to Si for stepping up with that great interview, giving us the real facts on this topic.

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Ted, glad you enjoyed it

  • @Hollow_Ichigo
    @Hollow_Ichigo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +645

    What the heck. Man I just bought my bike now you show me this

  • @venkatasuryadeepvasireddy6664
    @venkatasuryadeepvasireddy6664 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    AWESOME CONTENT BROTHER. KEEP IT UP

  • @alvarobastidas7656
    @alvarobastidas7656 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome topic, very informative and scientific, thank you

  • @ryanaloe3433
    @ryanaloe3433 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you GCN for making this video. I’ve been concerned about this for a while. Mad respect to Si for being so open

  • @pesudozzz
    @pesudozzz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    Damn, great infographics ! The content of this channel is still surprising me after two years of subscribing.

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks! Great work by all the team on this one.

  • @amoljadhav751
    @amoljadhav751 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for discussing this topic. Cheers.

  • @jamescoogan8963
    @jamescoogan8963 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video, well done!

  • @ForViewingOnly
    @ForViewingOnly 5 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    GCN, this is an EXCELLENT video, giving the facts, dispelling the myths and spreading health awareness. GREAT JOB, THANK YOU!

    • @ryankao2763
      @ryankao2763 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/users/shortsdcY8FCGnQws?feature=share

  • @bm976
    @bm976 5 ปีที่แล้ว +209

    Why in the world would anyone give this a thumbs down. People crazy This is very informative and a well done video thank you for this.

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks for the support B M

    • @Maelstril
      @Maelstril 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      35 people forcibly turned gay by looking at a computerised penis and testicles

    • @bm976
      @bm976 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Maelstril LOL

    • @DrNPCabd
      @DrNPCabd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Maelstril Nah...you are talking nonsense...gay people ride bicycle without saddle over lubed rubber tube...LOL.

    • @rockspoon6528
      @rockspoon6528 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Feminists give it a thumbs down because it isn't about a woman's issue.

  • @anthonypape6328
    @anthonypape6328 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video very educational! Thanks!

  • @manuelguillen6780
    @manuelguillen6780 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video. Great Anthony!

  • @brucepcranston
    @brucepcranston 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Helpful and informative and of course reassuring. Thanks Si and also Thanks Anthony Koupparis for the great wisdom.

  • @geoffworrall2592
    @geoffworrall2592 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    sensible, adult, matter of fact discussion about everyday male cycling issues. Well done and thank you

  • @vivalunt
    @vivalunt 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks guys great vid.

  • @sudaesh
    @sudaesh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great great video. Thx a lot for touching this subject.

  • @CamNicholls
    @CamNicholls 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Top video and information GCN. So many men out there don't get checked. This type of detail might have just triggered someone to get checked, maybe saving a life or two.

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Cam, hopefully that's the case

  • @MarmiteCrumpets
    @MarmiteCrumpets 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This is a very helpful and informative upload. I'm 65 and 3 years ago diagnosed with a trace of what appears to be a benign prostate cancer, it hasn't advanced and my PSA levels are fine. Up until 10 years ago I cycled quite a lot. Now I've just ordered a new bike as I miss cycling and want to get fit again, so the reassurances given in the video are great news. I think I will however invest in a Brooks saddle, which should afford greater comfort and minimise any potential irritation.

  • @martinnaranjo3185
    @martinnaranjo3185 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have never clicked a YT video with such panic and worry

  • @VirideSoryuLangley
    @VirideSoryuLangley 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Men shouldn't be ashamed of discussing their health issues. Thanks for shining some light on this important topic!

  • @krishnasuryawanshi7788
    @krishnasuryawanshi7788 4 ปีที่แล้ว +513

    Just bought cycle at age of 22 for saving the environment.

    • @Ag3nt0fCha0s
      @Ag3nt0fCha0s 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Good man!

    • @vaibhavbisht1997
      @vaibhavbisht1997 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Krishna Suryawanshi same here

    • @brakatsuuu00
      @brakatsuuu00 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      same here im 22 right now, graduating student and likely to go bike to work in the future where cycling is not norm here.

    • @cyberbeat11
      @cyberbeat11 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      sorry to break it to you, but you did nothing for saving the enviroment.

    • @SoCalburro
      @SoCalburro 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Woohoo me too. Riding for a year now. We are making a difference. Even if people think it is nothing.

  • @kingpluto8857
    @kingpluto8857 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Finally someone decided to discuss some of the most concerning health issues, Well Done GCN

  • @mugflump
    @mugflump 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have been cycling since i was 35 , I’m now 53, ten years back i notice blood in my pee, obviously i thought the worst , after some tests it turns out that i have crushed my urethra , i had an op on it and carried on cycling , this has happened three times now , my consultant has advised me not to do endurance cycling anymore, about 5 , 6 hours in the saddle .
    The next operation will involve taking tissue from inside my mouth and rebuilding the urethra .
    I want to cycle as it used to keep my weight in check and all the health benefits it brings .
    Ive not cycled for 4 years now but my desire is still there to get out and munch some miles , but doctors advice DONT CYCLE !

  • @MrFotis1926
    @MrFotis1926 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video man, thanks a lot

  • @indiebikes
    @indiebikes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    We need to put an end to men "dying of embarrassment" - I would urge anyone to go and have a check up if they haven't done it recently. It's something I tell all my older cycling customers who are returning to cycling after years of inactivity.

  • @martyweeks7594
    @martyweeks7594 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The shape of the saddle is also important! Try different ones & find the most comfortable TO YOU

  • @ROBLIFTS
    @ROBLIFTS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I do cycling challenges, so this was good intel to dispel some of my insecurities with regards to cycling health 👍🏼 thanks

  • @lynx7575
    @lynx7575 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, that’s a great informative video. Well done

    • @gcn
      @gcn  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Marco !

  • @budsadler400
    @budsadler400 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Excellent video. When I first started riding I also had a numbness issue that lasted just over a month. Needless to say it was rather disconcerting. The problem was not the bicycle but rather my tendency to slide forward on the saddle. I've since been much more conscious of maintaining a proper seating position.

  • @FlakMagnet123
    @FlakMagnet123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video! Thank you so much for making this. Very informative.

  • @achillezx14r45
    @achillezx14r45 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now thas the best information i get in a long time

  • @carlof4768
    @carlof4768 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video, this is a subject that should be talked about more. Our family, friends and health are all that we have.

  • @holnrew
    @holnrew 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I haven't ridden a bike for years, but this showed up in my recommendations. Got to commend anyone who is proactive about men's health, very well presented information.

  • @HShango
    @HShango 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I've been cycling for three years and 8 months straight, I love cycling, keeps my body awake and turns my engine on (my brain, heart, legs, feet and helps my core aka upper body stay in tip-top shape) I just love cardio and cycling.

    • @sandeepsinghbedi8145
      @sandeepsinghbedi8145 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      What this video is about is cycling is good or bad
      I'm weak in hearing eng convo

  • @Aki-sd5ch
    @Aki-sd5ch 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful information.. thanks 🙏

  • @wingsoverseas390
    @wingsoverseas390 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very Nice conversation in between great job

  • @JSG1901
    @JSG1901 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hey, thanks for doing this segment and for talking frankly about the relative body parts, issues, and risks. Great information, good to know, and presented as though you have an interested adult audience and don't need to talk in carefully-couched terms! Kudos!

  • @imrekarap9549
    @imrekarap9549 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Finally! I have been waiting for this video so long! Thank you for your clarification(Dr. Anthony and GCN)! :)

    • @gcn
      @gcn  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you've found it useful

  • @dannypragnell4354
    @dannypragnell4354 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very new to regular cycling this channel has been fantastic for any questions that I had very appreciated

  • @StanySebastian
    @StanySebastian 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very Good & informative Video 😊👌👍