Move over missionary! Here are 11 ways to shake up your sex life.
You don't need to dig out your dog-eared copy of the Kama Sutra to add a little spice to your sex life. And you certainly don't need to be Cirque-du-Soleil flexible to reap the benefits of a few new variations. Here are 11 twists on classic coupling. (Looking to take back control of your health
Bonus benefit: You can rub your breasts on top of him.
When you're on top, you get G-spot stimulation, plus you have more control of the rhythm and depth of penetration (deeper penetration also ups the odds of a vaginal orgasm—here are ). But in this position, with his hands guiding your hips, you can both drive the bus.
Bonus benefit: "It can be difficult for men to keep strong erections when the woman is on top," says Herbenick, "but because his legs are up, he has more leverage and can give stimu
You'll feel relaxed and ultraconnected in this loving cocoon, though it can be a bit tricky to get into. Raise your top leg and take it slow. "When men have trouble getting or staying inside you, they think they're too small," cautions Herbenick. So take your time and help guide him.
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Start out supporting yourselves on your arms, then take turns: When one person leans back, the other does more work.
Bonus benefit: With this setup, women can get the kind of stimulation they want. "Raise your hips and control the movement," says Herbenick. "Go deeper or more shallow. Feel your front, back, or
Starting in the missionary position, he turns his body at a 45-degree angle. "The vagina is not nerve rich," says Herbenick. "Its purpose is to birth a baby, so you don't really want too many nerves there." But you may experience more clitoral stimulation and sensation on the side of the vaginal walls, which can feel good to some women, she says.
Bonus benefit: Try this position without penetration if you have pain or dryness issues—he will enjoy the friction of being between your legs. (You don't have to just put up with dryness.
He sits on the edge of the bed while you, with your back to him, lower yourself down. You'll get more leverage if your feet can touch the floor. "You'll both have free hands to stimulate each other," says Herbenick. "This position feels fun and young and sexy."
Bonus benefit: He's perfectly positioned to hit your G-spot and reach around to help you orgasm
This position allows for deep penetration up to the cervix, says Herbenick.
Bonus benefit: You don't need a bed—or a bedroom.
Kneeling, he straddles your left leg while
you bend your right leg next to his body. You'll both feel deep
penetration, plus he can free up his hands to caress and stimulate you.
Both partners will find this position relaxing, and for women, more
relaxation means better, easier orgasms.
Bonus benefit: Men get tired during sex, especially in missionary position, says Herbenick. "Sometimes endurance issues are for cardiovascular reasons and sometimes men can't last because they can't support themselves on their forearms and hands. In this position, he can relax and last longer."
Bonus benefit: Men get tired during sex, especially in missionary position, says Herbenick. "Sometimes endurance issues are for cardiovascular reasons and sometimes men can't last because they can't support themselves on their forearms and hands. In this position, he can relax and last longer."
Lie down with a pillow or two under your stomach so he can enter you from behind. With the added support, your lower back won't hurt.
Bonus benefit: He'll feel bigger (good for him), and the fit will be tighter (good for you).
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