Every now and then medical and psychological researchers discover things about humans and the human condition that are astoundingly important to the development of our species.

This is not one of those times.

According to a study published in the Personality and Social Responsibility Bulletin, MUSCULAR young men are likely to have more sex partners than their less-chiselled peers.

Their study ... suggests muscles in men are akin to elaborate tail feathers in male peacocks: They attract females looking for a virile mate.

Well, duh.

"Women are predisposed to prefer muscularity in men,'' study author David Frederick of UCLA said.

"Most research is focused on what men find physically attractive in women and the career traits women find attractive in men,'' Mr Frederick said.

"Much less research is devoted to what women find attractive.''

He said prior studies concluded a man's desirability was influenced more by his earning potential and commitment. His study found physical characteristics mattered more.

Hold on, hold on, back up there for a minute. Physical characteristics are more important than earning potential? This can only mean one thing.

Erica Baxter and James Packer aren't having sex.

 

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