Missionary, doggy style, standing? When the question is about sexual positions, everyone has their favorite. How much you enjoy a position depends on the physical stimulation you can receive in your erogenous zones, whether you are heterosexual or not, and two other factors that are psychological: your willingness to have sex and how strong a connection you have with your partner.
In addition, consent is important, ensuring that each person has the right to decide about his or her own body and to engage in sexual activities voluntarily. Consent encourages open and honest communication in sexual relationships, which contributes to building stronger bonds based on mutual respect.
With this in mind, you should know that there is no universal position that is perfect for everyone. But several studies have tried to identify the sexual positions that are most pleasurable and the result might surprise you, because these are not elaborate positions.
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The missionary: the reliable classic
The most traditional position is also the one that generates the most pleasure if you have a clitoris. According to a biomechanical and ultrasound study carried out by Kimberly Lovie Murdaugh, a specialist in Medicine and Bioengineering at Yale and Harvard Universities, this position in which the couple penetrates each other face to face is the one that best stimulates the flow of blood to the clitoris, generating a more pleasurable response.
Missionary is simple from a biomechanical point of view, but it is also more intimate and allows stimulation of other erogenous zones, which contributes to pleasure. It is a low effort that brings great satisfaction.
Doggy style: not so good
Although the doggy style or all fours is one of the most popular positions, it is also one of the positions that reports the least blood flow to the clitoris, according to Lovie Murdaugh's study. Biomechanical models suggest trying positions that have more friction with the clitoris.
But the doggy style position also has its benefits, such as deeper penetration and is a favoriteposition for men, as well as being more comfortable for them if they have back pain.
Spooning: sexual position for when you feel lazy
The spooning and its many variations are the perfect sexual position for when you are low on energy. The effort is minimal, even less than in missionary, because both partners are lying on their sides, the person penetrating is behind and they can use both hands to caress each other.
In addition, it increases the sense of intimacy and connection in the couple. You can touch your clitoris during penetration by opening your legs or keeping them closed for maximum friction.
Cowboy and cowgirl: deep penetration
In the case of the one who receives the penetration, we speak of cowgirl position when she is on top and facing her partner, and when she is on her back, it is called "reverse cowgirl". In the case of the one who penetrates, we speak of cowboy when the other person is lying on her front with her legs closed.
These positions help you explore a different angle of penetration.
What you should know beyond sexual positions
Penetration is one element of sex, but remember also that foreplay helps you become more aroused and enjoyable. You can always expand your knowledge about your own body and pleasure.
Remember to also take care of your sexual health. This means thinking about the possibility of pregnancy in the case of heterosexual couples and of contracting sexually transmitted infections in all sexual encounters. These are our responsibilities, which must always be taken into account by both parties.
Use contraceptive methods adapted to your needs. In Aya Contigo we have a quiz for you to choose the right one for you.
Get regular check-ups to rule out sexually transmitted infections and consider that most STIs go unnoticed, without symptoms. Have you had unprotected sex and want to avoid pregnancy? Learn more about the emergency pill here. Sexuality is a fundamental aspect of life and deserves to be enjoyed fully and responsibly.
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