Solo play is clearly an activity for all seasons, but the summer brings with it some opportunities for a little season-specific solo fun. A man who has been following good manhood care guidelines will be well-positioned to take advantage of these opportunities and add a little extra spice to his solo sensual sessions.

Some of the suggestions below involve solo play outdoors. It’s important, of course, to remember that public solo play can bring with it trouble from the police, so men are advised to limit their outdoor stroking to private locations.

Cool it.
As every guy knows, solo play is heavily dependent on friction. The rubbing of the manhood, whether vigorous or more practiced, creates friction of varying degrees, which in turn stimulates the sensitive male organ nerves and produces the sensation that makes self-pleasuring so irresistible. But friction also produces heat, and on a hot summer night a little extra heat is the last thing a guy needs.

If engaging in a lengthy pleasure session, remember to keep things cool. Spread the legs (especially if lying down or standing up). If sitting down, stand up every so often to let some of the mid-section heat escape. If self-pleasuring outdoors, spreading the legs can allow a nice breeze to add a pleasure-enhancing tickling sensation as well.

Cool it – again.
A more fun way to keep cool is to point a small fan directly at the crotch while self-pleasuring. Not only will this cool the balls down, it can also add a little extra degree of stimulation that can be quite exciting.

Cool it – one more time.
Many men know that the sensual experience can be enhanced by a sudden change in temperature – usually by applying very cold water or ice wrapped in a towel to the balls when approaching the peak. This feels even better and is even more appreciated during the dog days of summer.

Lotion not lube.
Summertime is the perfect time to walk around the great outdoors in the buff. Guys who are considering this need to be sure to apply sunscreen to protect sensitive manhood skin. If alone while outside, a man may be tempted to further use that lotion for lubrication. Be advised, however, that sunscreen is not made for this purpose and if it gets into the urethra is likely to produce a burning sensation.

Be husky.
Corn on the cob is a summer delight – but don’t throw away the husks after shucking the ears of corn. Wrapping the husks around the manhood provides a very different sensation which some men find intensely pleasurable. For an even more unusual experience, keep the corn silk and use that as well during one’s solo fun.

Enjoy a melon.
Watermelons are also at their peak in the summer – and can provide some juicy fun for a man. Simply carve a hole of the appropriate dimensions and depth in a melon, insert the manhood and simulate mutual pleasure. It’s a bit messy, but definitely provides a kick.

Take the plunge.
Self-pleasuring in the shower is one thing; self-pleasuring in a lake or ocean is quite another. The sensation that comes from self-pleasuring while the manhood is completely submerged in water is really unique. (Again, be sure to indulge in this activity only when alone, not while others are around.)

Of course, solo play in the summer can still be practiced in the same way as in any other season. Whatever the season and whatever the method, it pays to regularly use a top flight manhood health crème (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil) to keep the manhood in tip top shape. Those who self-stimulate frequently and/or roughly should definitely select a crème with acetyl L carnitine, which helps protect the manhood from de-sensitization due to over-enthusiastic rubbing. A crème with L-arginine is also a fine idea. L-arginine is an enzyme which helps to create the circumstances under which male organ blood vessels can relax, opening them up for the rush of blood that is key to a hardy stiff-on. Taking steps to maintain manhood health will only enhance one’s self-sensual encounters.

Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional information on most common manhood health issues, tips on improving manhood sensitivity and what to do to maintain a healthy manhood. John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous websites.