What Is Low Sperm Motility and Can It Be Improved?

If you're trying to conceive and have discovered your partner has low sperm motility, wondering whether you can increase your sperm motility, keep watching.

Low sperm motility refers to a condition where sperm has difficulty moving or swimming forward properly. It’s a crucial factor in male fertility because it plays a significant role in the ability of sperm to reach and fertilise the egg.

When someone has low sperm motility, it means that a significant percentage of their sperm are not moving as well as they should, which can reduce the chances of successful fertilisation.

What causes low sperm motility?

Several factors can contribute to low sperm motility, including genetics, lifestyle habits and underlying medical conditions.

There are several things you can do to improve sperm motility, including:

• Maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight or obese can negatively affect sperm motility.

• Quit smoking. This is an essential step towards improving sperm health.

• Reduce alcohol intake. Drinking too much alcohol can negatively affect sperm motility. Cutting back or quitting altogether may help improve sperm quality.

• Reduce stress. Engaging in stress-reducing activities such as meditation, yoga, or regular exercise can help improve sperm motility.

• Take the right vitamins and supplements. There are specific vitamins and supplements that may improve sperm motility. At Life on the Inside, we regularly see improvements within three to six months when patients follow an appropriate supplement program. It's important to consult a healthcare professional before taking any supplements.

• Avoid exposure to harmful substances. Exposure to certain chemicals and toxins, including pesticides, heavy metals, and other environmental toxins, can negatively affect sperm motility.

• Exercise regularly. Regular physical activity can improve your overall health, including sperm health. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise on most days of the week. However, it's important to be aware that certain types of exercise may negatively affect sperm health in some individuals.

At Life on the Inside, we work with many patients experiencing low sperm motility, low sperm count and other male fertility challenges. 

If you're concerned about low sperm motility, it's best to consult a healthcare professional to determine the underlying cause and identify the most appropriate treatment plan.

And if you're looking to optimise your fertility, have been trying to conceive naturally for more than six to twelve months, or haven't had success with assisted reproductive treatments such as IVF, it's important to understand the complete picture of your fertility through a thorough assessment and an integrative reproductive health plan.

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