| Sumario: | <p><b>INTRODUCTION:</b> With increasing life expectancy, interest is growing in the elderly remain independent and quality of life. In this context, sexual activity is an important part and the exercise has shown protective effect on the sexual health in aging.<br> <b>OBJECTIVE:</b> The objective of this study was to explore the relationship between physical fitness and sexual activity in men 55 to 72 years.<br> <b>METHODS:</b> The participants underwent an exercise test and were interviewed about risk factors and cardiovascular aspects of life such as sexual satisfaction, desire and frequency. The data collected was used Spearman correlation tests for nonparametric variables and chi-square for categorical variables.<br> <b>RESULTS:</b>: The physical fitness and aspects of sexual activity were lower in older subjects. Adjusted for age, seniors with higher functional ability had better scores for sexual desire and frequency, but with no correlation to satisfaction. The lowest satisfaction scores were justified by the difficulty in maintaining an erection during the sexual act, and was associated with the high cholesterol risk factors.<br> <b>CONCLUSION:</b> Although physical fitness is associated with better scores for sexual desire and frequency, the use of medications for erection and sexual counseling with a therapist can help the elderly increase in sexual satisfaction.</p>
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