Iced testicles and abandoned underwear: This is the world of spermmaxxing
Men are increasingly focusing on sperm health through lifestyle changes, a trend dubbed 'spermmaxxing,' amid growing concerns about declining male fertility. Practices include avoiding underwear, ice baths, dietary changes, and supplement use to boost reproductive health. This shift reflects a broader cultural change, with younger men seeking medical advice about fertility even before having partners or planning families.
- ▪Mick Owar adopted practices like not wearing underwear and taking weekly ice baths to improve his sperm health before conceiving his son in 2025.
- ▪He consumed a diet rich in eggs and took supplements including zinc, magnesium, selenium, and boron as part of his fertility efforts.
- ▪Dr. Shannon Kim, a reproductive urologist, reports seeing male patients in their early 20s seeking fertility advice, even without partners or immediate plans for children.
- ▪Traditional gender roles in fertility have often placed the burden on women, but more men are now proactively engaging in preconception health.
- ▪The trend reflects rising awareness of declining male fertility and the influence of biohacking and wellness culture on reproductive planning.
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