27. Sexual Health as a Vital Sign: Tracking Arousal States, Testosterone, and Heart Risk

In this eye-opening episode of The Far Side of Fitness, Dr. Darian Parker chats with Dr. Elliot Justin, an Emergency Medicine (EM) specialist and healthcare technology consultant in erectile neuromodulation, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. Dr. Justin explores the emerging science of erectile fitness—a vital yet often overlooked indicator of men’s overall health. Far beyond the clichés, we discuss how sexual performance, nocturnal erections, and testosterone levels intersect with cardiovascular health, metabolic fitness, and emotional well-being. Dr. Justin is an Emergency Medicine (EM) specialist and healthcare technology consultant in erectile neuromodulation, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. He spent 25 years practicing EM and directing ERs. In 2004, Dr. Justin started the second oldest telemedicine company, SwiftMD. In 2008, he established Pegasus Emergency Group, an EM company that staffed more than 30 ERs nationwide and won awards for its customer service. Dr. Justin has founded six healthcare companies and exited four of them, as well advising as several service, telemedicine, and tech startups. Check out the accompanying episode blog: https://doctordarianparker.com/the-pod-blog/ Dr. Justin's Links: Website: myfirmtech.com https://www.instagram.com/myfirmtech/ Thank you for supporting my affiliates: FirmTech Ring Get your Firm Tech Ring and get 15% off using the code: FarSideFitness. Go to https://myfirmtech.com/darianparker to order. Get your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this Link or copy to your browser https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker and use the discount code: 1CEC828F154 to get 10% off of your purchase. Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Justin's Journey 00:27 From Emergency Medicine to Telehealth 01:28 The Horse Accident and Sexual Function Research 03:02 Exploring Nocturnal Erections and Cardiovascular Health 04:27 The Development of the Ring 06:26 The Importance of Sexual Health Data 08:55 How the Smart Ring Works 12:18 Testosterone and Sexual Health 14:14 Resistance and Acceptance in the Medical Community 15:27 The Male Desire for Better Sexual Performance 16:04 Mainstream Medicine and Sexual Health 16:41 The Role of Data in Men's Sexual Health 17:34 Common Misconceptions in Urology 19:28 The Importance of Retaining Blood in the Penis 20:02 The Power of the Ring 26:04 Integrating Sexual Health Vitals into Fitness Training Consultations