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Exercise regularly to boost sexual drive, married women told
Instructor Paa Kwasi Siaw Ankomah, Founday Peekay Fitness Group
When it comes to achieving sexual satisfaction, most married women have no idea that physical exercise play a huge role in getting that wonderful experience in their bedrooms.
Yet, Paa Kwasi Siaw Ankomah, a fitness instructor and founder of the Peekay Fitness Group in Koforidua, sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of marital life – how physical fitness directly impacts sexual satisfaction for married women.
Speaking to The Spectator in an exclusive interview, Mr Ankomah shared his concerns about the growing number of women who neglect exercise, leading to diminished libido and difficulty achieving orgasm.
According to him, these issues were contributing factors to infidelity and divorce, problems that were increasingly prevalent in the country.
M. Ankomah explained that many women experienced a shift in priorities once they get married, especially after having children, adding that the demands of both home and work life often led them to de-prioritise their sexual health and intimacy with their husbands.
This neglect, he warned, has far-reaching consequences, including a decrease in sexual desire and satisfaction, which can strain marital relationships.
The instructor emphasised that a sedentary lifestyle, which was common among many married women, significantly impacts their sexual health.
He pointed out that many women are enduring unhappy marriages, staying only for the sake of their children, rather than thriving in relationships marked by mutual satisfaction and joy.
He explained that the lack of regular exercise could lead to a decrease in testosterone levels, a hormone essential for sexual desire, weakening of the pelvic floor muscles, and reduced blood flow, all of which make it more challenging to achieve orgasm.
Additionally, the stress that often accompanied a lack of physical activity can further diminish sexual health.
Mr Ankomah suggested that these unspoken truths needed to be addressed to improve the quality of many marriages.
One of the key ways to do this, he argued, was by encouraging married women to incorporate routine exercises into their lives, and noted that exercise can have a transformative impact on sexual drive, boosting interest in sexual activities and enhancing overall well-being.
“Regular physical activity improves circulation, which is crucial for boosting blood flow to the genitals and enhancing sexual arousal. It also releases endorphins, which elevate mood and reduce stress, both essential for a healthy sex drive. Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles through exercise can also play a critical role in improving orgasmic function.”
Mr Ankomah further proposed that efforts to empower women should extend beyond political and economic spheres to include their sexual health.
He suggested the creation of empowerment fitness clubs, where women could come together to focus on their physical and sexual health, ensuring that they remained active and satisfied in their marriages.
Mr Ankomah noted that by prioritising their physical health, married women can enhance their sexual satisfaction, leading to happier, more fulfilling marriages.
By Ama Takyiwaa Ampadu Agyeman
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President John Dramani Mahama to kick off 2025/26 Premier League season in Accra
The 2025/26 Premier League will officially kick off on Friday, September 12, 2025, at the Accra Sports Stadium, with the President of the Republic, John Dramani Mahama, performing the ceremonial kick-off ahead of the season opener between Accra Hearts of Oak and league debutants Hohoe United.
President Mahama will be joined by Football Association President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, members of the Executive Council and football fans from across the capital as the curtain rises on what promises to be one of the most exciting campaigns in recent years.
Giants Hearts of Oak will open their quest for a league title when they take on newly promoted Hohoe United under the floodlights of the Accra Sports Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00 pm local time (19:00 GMT).
The Phobians, bolstered by new signings and a strong pre-season campaign, are eager to end a four-year run without an opening-day victory, while United will be aiming to make a statement in their first-ever top-flight match.
Before the main fixture, there will be a curtain-raiser between the Black Starlets (Ghana U-17) and Auroras FC, the youth side of Hearts of Oak, at 4:00 pm local time.
Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, top Afro-dancehall and reggae musician Stonebwoy (Livingstone Etse Satekla) will deliver a live performance at the venue, ensuring fans enjoy not only football but also top-class entertainment on opening night.
This season is expected to be one of the most competitive in recent memory, with traditional heavyweights, ambitious newcomers and revitalized clubs all targeting glory. From title races to survival battles, fans are set for months of excitement, drama and unforgettable moments.
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GES opens promotion applications for teaching staff
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has invited applications from qualified teachers and officers for promotion to higher ranks within the service.
In a notice signed by the Acting Deputy Director-General for Management Services, Prof. Smile Dzisi, the GES said the ranks available are Deputy Director, Assistant Director I, Assistant Director II and Principal Superintendent.
According to the statement, applicants must meet the minimum years of service required for each position.
Teachers seeking promotion to Deputy Director must have been promoted to Assistant Director I in or before 2021.
Similarly, those applying for Assistant Director I should have held the rank of Assistant Director II since 2021 or earlier.
Applicants for Assistant Director II must have been Principal Superintendents from 2021 or earlier, while those applying for Principal Superintendent must have been Senior Superintendent I since 2021 or before.
The GES stated that teachers with approved Master’s or PhD degrees may use their certificates to apply for promotion out of turn if the qualifications meet set conditions.
These include completing an approved course of study and obtaining the certificate after their previous promotion but not later than 2023.
Applicants are to complete the online application form and upload all required documents in PDF format, except for the passport-size photograph.
The application window runs from Thursday, September 11, to Thursday, October 2, 2025. The GES urged all applicants who had applied earlier to re-apply.
By: Jacob Aggrey
