Men struggling with their performance in the bedroom have been told a targeted pelvic work-out could lift more than their spirits.

Men who suffer erectile dysfunction (ED) or premature ejaculation (PE) could improve their performance with a simple pelvic floor exercise by drawing up their testicles, a James Cook University study has found.

Fifty-two per cent of men experience ED and 30 per cent experience PE, said JCU physiotherapy lecturer Chris Myers. Credit:Stuff

JCU physiotherapy lecturer Chris Myers said targeted work-outs could help build muscle strength and manage sexual dysfunction.

Fifty-two per cent of men experience ED and 30 per cent experience PE, he said.