Discover 60 sexual positions that will spice up your sexual relations and take you a notch above the rest. Instantly expand your naughty repertoire with these expert-level moves.
No matter how committed you are to a long-term relationship or how much you enjoy dating, it’s all too easy for all of us to fall into a rut or simply rely on “what works” in terms of sexual positions. For many of us, of course, that means missionary, missionary and missionary, admit it.
If that sounds familiar, know that we’re here to help. We’ve compiled the 60 best sex positions every couple needs to elevate ecstasy and reach orgasm.
1 – The Cow-Girl
How to do it: He lies on his back, a pillow lightly supporting his hips. She straddles him.
Why should you do it? Although the missionary is a classic, this sexual position allows the woman to control the speed and depth of penetration, making it easier for her to reach orgasm. Research published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin reveals that women who play a more dominant sexual role, such as the Cow-Girl, report greater arousal and are more likely to cum than when their partner is in control.
Make it a special occasion: use one hand to stimulate her clitoris, making the experience even hotter.
2 – The office party
How to do it: While he’s sitting on a chair (preferably without arms for greater freedom of movement), she stands up, keeping her legs on the ground so she can push.
Why should you do it? Not only does this position lend itself to all sorts of naughty role-playing at the office, it’s also a great way for her to totally control the pace. It’s sure to become one of her favorite positions.
Make it a special occasion: place a pillow behind your hips to get a better angle to reach her G-spot.
3 – The cannonball
How to do it: he lies on his back; she climbs on top in reverse Amazon position. She leans back and pulls her knees to her chest.
Why should you do it? Not only is it a nice modification of the traditional doggy-style or one of the spoon sex positions, offering the same depth of penetration, but it’s easy for her to stimulate her clitoris with her hands. Better still, when she rocks back and forth, she can position it to hit her G-spot.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to arch her back to lift her slightly, for extra pleasure.
4 – The swayze
How to do it: both partners are kneeling on a bed, slightly in front of her, but with their backs to him. He penetrates her from behind.
Why should you do it? This is one of the positions that gives the most access to her nipples and clitoris, making it even hotter for her.
Make it a special occasion: ask him to position his legs slightly in front of hers; he can push deeper and have easy access to her G-spot.
5 – The Andromache
How to do it: otherwise known as the reverse Cow-Girl, this position puts the woman in charge, letting her climb atop her faithful servant and hoping the heat of this position won’t cause her to lose her nerve too soon.
Why should you do it? As with all positions that allow her to take the reins, she likes to be able to dictate the speed and intensity of her strokes. It’s also easy for her to keep one hand free, allowing her to lightly knead his testicles or move closer to them.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to hold your hips and pull you up for a deeper, more intense experience.
6 – Miss Switzerland
How it’s done: he sits on a Swiss ball and she sits on his lap.
Why should you do it? Using a Swiss ball allows him to increase the intensity of his thrust, making it easier to penetrate deeper and hit the G-spot every time.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to rotate the Swiss ball under him in a circular motion for an even hotter experience.
7 – The chair
How it’s done: he sits on the edge of a bed; she moves back, until she’s on his lap.
Why should you do it? This variation on doggy-style sex positions puts her in the driver’s seat, making it easier for both parties to reach climax. The chair is particularly suitable for guys who want to prolong their lovemaking sessions, as it gives her control over how fast things go.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to bend her knees and tilt her hips slightly for a more G-spot-friendly configuration.
8 – The horse
How it’s done: with the Swiss ball under her belly, he penetrates her from behind, making her bend and straighten her arms from time to time to vary the angle of penetration.
Why should you do it? Not only is horseback riding one of the positions that provide one hell of an upper-body workout for her, it’s also a great way to make traditional doggy-style sex more adventurous.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to hold her legs around his waist for a deeper penetration that’s sure to hit his G-spot.
9 – Love on top
How it’s done: she’s back on the floor. He stands in front of her and lifts her legs so that her head is down and her legs are around his waist.
Why should you do it? The angle type of positions makes it easy for him to touch the front wall of her vagina, stimulating her G-spot and making her orgasm even more intense. The extra blood flow to her head is sure to make the experience even more intense.
Make it a special occasion: place pillows under her head and behind her back to limit tension on her neck and ease the position. And for more sex tips, check out 5 ways to have your best sex tonight.
10 – The countermeasure
How to do it: when you’re looking to spice things up, it’s time to think “out of bed” – and we all know that spices are kept in the kitchen. The countermeasure lets you make the most of those marble countertops; she leans over them, he enters from behind.
Why should you? Sex that’s a little wild is undeniably hotter. In these doggy-style positions, the woman has extra leverage for an even deeper thrust.
Make it a special occasion: set up aprons and a cook’s hat for a little role-playing. Bon appétit!
11 – Aquarobics
How to do it: they say it’s not the size of the boat that counts, but the motion of the ocean – and that’s absolutely true when you attempt this ultra-hot move. She stands at the edge of the pool while he enters her from behind, letting the water bring them together.
Why should you do it? No matter how long you’ve been together, a change of scenery can make any couple feel like teenagers again. The combination of the new environment, the warmth of the water and the risk of getting caught makes it even sexier. The next thing you know, you’ll want to try out every possible aquatic position!
Make it a special occasion: jets are your friends. Use them.
12 – The dish drawer
How it’s done: sure, everyone knows the sexual spoon position, but how many know how to “fork”? In the dish drawer, he spoons her and enters from behind, holding her close as he works.
Why should you? Spoon sex combines all the benefits of G-spot in the back position, but with all the intimacy of face-to-face sex. It’s also one of the best sex positions for pregnant or injured partners.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to hold her breast and lightly massage her nipples while you move. Want more? Try these 11 secrets to a harder erection and mind-blowing orgasm.
13 – The figure skater
How to do it: Both partners stand up, with their backs to each other. She wraps one or both legs around him, while he holds her by the waist. She can place her hands on his knees to keep her balance.
Why should you? Not only is it one hell of a full-body workout for both parties – engaging your legs, arms and core – but its acrobatic nature makes it one of the most exciting sexual positions.
Make it a special occasion: use a couch arm to get a deeper thrust.
14 – The Dirty Dancing
How to do it: the two partners face each other; she wraps one leg around him while he penetrates her from the front.
Why should you do it? The standing sex is one of the ideal positions for vaginal and clitoral stimulation while both parties gaze into each other’s eyes – perfect if they’re in a honeymoon phase.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to lean with her hands to bring you closer together, encouraging deeper penetration and offering the perfect angle to rub her clitoris against her pubic bone for an almost guaranteed orgasm.
15 – The pear tree
How to do it: he lies on the floor, a pillow behind his head, his feet on the bed, tilting his hips. She climbs on.
Why should you do it? It’s one of the positions that makes sex so much more intense for both of you. Researchers at Rutgers University found that a woman positioning herself on top was the most effective in guaranteeing a female orgasm. What’s more, all that blood rushing to the head can turn a classic sex session into a wild, dizzying experience – in a good way, of course.
Make it a special occasion: place her backwards and hold her on her legs for stability; not only will this guarantee plenty of clitoral stimulation, but if you push on your legs in this position, you’re almost certain to reach her G-spot.
16 – The yogi
How it’s done: he sits cross-legged; she straddles him and wraps her legs around his back.
Why should you do it? This face-to-face sexual position is ideal for those moments when exceptional intimacy is desired. It’s also easier to whisper sweet nothings into each other’s ears.
Make it a special occasion: it’s a great position for adding sex toys. A hands-free vibrator can virtually guarantee its climax.
17 – The parachutist
How to do it: similar to the figure skater, but with the woman lying on the bed, legs wrapped backwards around the standing partner.
Why should you do it? The parachutist offers the man a perfect angle to reach his G-spot. What’s more, the pillow alleviates the tension on the hips that can come from an acrobatic position.
Make it a special occasion: place a pillow under his hips to create an even better angle from an orgasmic point of view.
18 – The wheelbarrow
How to do it: she gets into plank position; he stands behind her. He raises her legs to his waist.
Why should you do it? As well as being an excellent upper-body workout for both parties, this position makes it easier to vary the depth of your strokes.
Make it a special occasion: have him pass his legs around your waist for even deeper penetration.
19 – The side divider
How to do it: she lies on her side on a bed and adopts an “L” shape by straightening her legs. He stands up beside the bed and enters her while she’s at his side.
Why should you do it? In many pseudo doggy-style positions, the clitoris is difficult to access, making it harder for women to reach orgasm. Fortunately, in this sideways lunge, he can easily reach her clitoris and breasts for extra stimulation.
Make it a special occasion: have her cross her legs for an ultra-tight fit and increased blood flow to the clitoris.
20 – The cat
How to do it: the coitus alignment technique, or “CAT”, is a sexy variation on the missionary sex positions, allowing you to work those angles and give her maximum clitoral stimulation. Instead of going back and forth between her legs, you sink deeper so that her head is against her chest, allowing her clitoris to get maximum attention.
Why should you do it? Researchers at Rutgers University found that less than half the women surveyed had an orgasm in the traditional missionary position, but a study conducted by the Department of Health indicates that the coital alignment technique significantly increased satisfying female orgasms and simultaneous orgasms.
Make it a special occasion: for deeper penetration and a better chance of hitting her G-spot, ask her to push down as you come up.
21 – Lap dance
How to do it: He sits on a chair. She moves back until she’s sitting on his lap.
Why should you do it? Not only does this position lend itself to a lot of sexy stripper role-play, but the angle at which he’ll be gripping her makes it easier to stimulate the G-spot.
Make it a special occasion: using a wheelchair for greater freedom of movement makes it easier for you to touch his G-spot.
22 – The Mad Hatter
How to do it: positioning yourself over a man’s face is a long-honored but under-used sexual practice, sure to heat up both parties in earnest.
Why should you do it? Women have every chance of having a satisfying orgasm through oral sex, and what could be hotter than watching the woman take pleasure?
Make it a special occasion: have her sit facing your feet so you can insert a finger or two as she goes down.
23 – London Bridge
How it’s done: she bends backwards; he enters, pulling her hips towards him.
Why should you do it? The sensation of blood in the head will make this an extremely intense experience, and the angle of the position lends itself particularly well to G-spot orgasms.
Make it a special occasion: ask him to rub her clitoris with his hand and make it more rewarding.
24 – The superman
How it’s done: she lies on her back; he holds her legs and spreads them slightly. He climbs on top and dives in, using the edge of the bed as a wedge.
Why should you do it? This particular angle allows deep penetration while offering clitoral stimulation often difficult in a standing man’s position.
Make it a special occasion: have herblow on her nipples while you penetrate her for a thrilling experience.
25 – The oral office
How it’s done: as he sits on a wheelchair, she kneels and takes him into her mouth, using the chair to pull him in and out.
Why should you do it? Not only is it a great little power play, but using the wheelchair allows her to pull him closer to her for an even more pleasurable experience. If she’s willing to try deep throat, this position lets her do it easily without gagging.
Make it a special occasion: just because all the attention is on him doesn’t mean she should be left out. This sexual position is the perfect time to get out a remote-controlled vibrator and make her squirm with pleasure while he takes hers.
26 – The rocker
How it’s done: he puts a pillow under her buttocks; she kneels in front of him. He enters from underneath, rocking back and forth.
Why should you? This position gives him amazing access to her breasts and clitoris, making the experience as exciting for her as it is for him.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to nibble your earlobes as you penetrate her for an ultra-stimulating experience.
27 – The stepladder
How to do it: she climbs onto a higher surface, like a counter or a stepladder. He performs cunnilingus on her from behind.
Why should you do it? The oral sex from behind means she doesn’t get a visual of what he’s doing, so she can let her mind wander – and surprise him with new techniques.
Make it a special occasion: if she loves toys, this sexual position is the perfect opportunity to use them. Ask her to tickle you with a feather, tease her with a vibrator, or just use her fingers. Just make sure you don’t make the 7 most common mistakes men make all the time.
28 – The dog walker
How it’s done: she gets down on her knees. He enters her from behind, holding her shoulders.
Why you should do itFor couples wanting a bit of submissive play, this sex position is a sexy and safe way to build good habits. What’s more, if he uses her shoulders to pull her back, he’ll be touching parts of her vagina none of us knew existed.
Make it a special occasion: it’s one of the sex positions that’s perfectly suited to spanking or hair-pulling – with his permission, of course.
29 – The social butterfly
How to do it: a new version of the reverse Cowgirl, this position starts in the same way as the latter, but instead folds her legs around and under him.
Why should you? Letting her open her legs in the butterfly position allows her to stick her clitoris on him as she straddles him, providing just the right amount of stimulation to bring her to orgasm. She can also use her feet to help lift her pelvis and bring him deeper.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to massage your breasts as she penetrates you for an even more intense experience.
30 – Synchronized swimming
How it’s done: She lies on her stomach. He enters her from behind, legs straight, using his arms to pull himself in and out.
Why should you do it? With her legs closed, both parties will have an even tighter compression and a more intense orgasm.
Make it a special occasion: blow into her back while pushing upwards, making it an even more “special” gesture.
31 – The roll-up
How to do it: he spoons her, wrapping her leg around his waist.
Why should you do it? Unlike many positions that allow penetration from behind, this position is incredibly intimate, allowing him to kiss your partner. Bonus: it’s so easy to fall asleep straight afterwards..
Make it a special occasion: ask her to kiss your neck as you move for an ultra-intimate experience on both sides.
32 – The full forehead
How to do it: He sits down, against the wall or headboard. She straddles him head-on.
Why should you do it? In this classic sexual position, Full Frontal offers all the face-to-face intimacy of missionary, but allows for deeper penetration and lots of kissing.
Make it a special occasion: this position is an ideal opportunity for him to use his mouth to suck and blow on your breasts, eventually leading you to the elusive nipple orgasm, which only 29% of women in one study claim to have experienced.
33 – The frog
How it’s done: he’s lying on his back. She climbs on top of him like a Reverse Cowgirl, but with her feet flat on the bed and her knees bent. She uses her legs for support.
Why should you? This is one of the positions that gives her full control over the speed or slowness of her thrusts.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to raise her hips to get a better angle of rotation for maximum G-spot stimulation.
34 – The eager beaver
How to do it: She sits on a chair, legs open. He puts his head between her legs.
Why should you? Thanks to this sexual position, he becomes her private taste tester.
Make it a special occasion: while he’s licking you, have him insert two fingers, then cross and uncross them for a stunning effect.
35 – The backpacker
How it’s done: he sits up in bed; she assumes the role of Cowgirl and wraps her legs around his waist.
Why should you do it? This position makes it easier for him to touch her G-spot while letting her pull him closer.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to put her nails behind your back for a scratching session.
36 – The deep V
How to do it: He sits on a bed, his back against the wall or headboard. She sits facing him, her legs on his shoulders.
Why should you do it? Deep V is the ideal way for her to enjoy both clitoral stimulation and deep penetration for an overwhelming orgasm.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to use her fingers to rub her clitoris for an almost guaranteed orgasm.
37 – The tight collé
How to do it: she adopts a traditional doggy-style position, but instead of keeping her knees shoulder-width apart, she presses her legs together.
Why should you? The pressure of her clenched legs gives her a perfect fit.
Make it a special occasion: if she loves anal, this is an ideal position to explore this erogenous zone, whether with toys or with your fingers.
38 – Delicious packaging
How it’s done: the couple adopt a traditional missionary position, but she wraps her legs around his waist, squeezing very tightly.
Why should you? missionary positions are great and all, but they can get a bit boring after a while. When she wraps her legs around him, he can go further and give her a good time.
Make it a special occasion: ask him to use this sexual position to pay special attention to her other erogenous zones, like her breasts, neck and ears.
39 – The explorer
How it’s done: She adopts a traditional doggy-style position. He cunnilingus her from behind.
Why should you do it? Not only do more women have orgasms during oral sex rather than penetration, but this position makes it easier for him to access both her clitoris and labia majora, areas that are particularly sensitive in some women.
Make it a special occasion: ask him to use the whole of his tongue to slide up and down, increasing the speed as he reaches her clitoris and tapping it with the tip of his tongue. Gentlemen: if you notice that she’s exposing one of the top 10 red flags she’s not happy with in bed, this technique can get you back on track.
40 – Fish
How to do it: also known as the 69, this position places the couple face to face between legs for a mutually assured orgasm.
Why should you do it? Giving pleasure through oral sex is great. Receiving oral sex is great. This way, both parties can have their cake and eat it too.
Make it a special occasion: at instead of having one partner on top while the other is flat on his back, do it while on his side. Less effort, more fun.
41 – The Twerk
How it’s done: he stands up; she assumes the wheelbarrow position. He lifts her legs to put them under his arms as he plunges into her.
Why should you do it? It’s one of the sexual positions that gives him very deep penetration at an angle that’s sure to reach his G-spot.
Make it a special occasion: literally twerking, the extra bounce will bring extra pleasure to both parties.
42 – King of the world
How it’s done: both partners stand. He penetrates her from behind, while holding her hands.
Why should you do it? As well as giving her the privilege of shouting “I’m king of the world!” at the moment of orgasm, this position makes standing sex more intimate than your classic rear entry.
Make it a special occasion: have herintertwine her fingers with yours to let her show you where she wants her hands to go. And tomorrow, after that intimacy, make sure she feels good by finding ways to tell her “I love you” with actions, not words.
43 – La brigardière
How to do it: she’s lying on her back, legs crossed at the ankles and raised in the air, so she’s L-shaped. He dips his head between her legs.
Why should you do it? Oral sex this way puts a little more pressure on her vulva and makes it more sensitive.
Make it a special occasion: insteadof just using the front, consider using the back of your slightly stiffer tongue to strike her clitoris.
44 – The rocking boat
How to do it: she adopts the inverted Cowgirl position, knees apart, and rocks from side to side.
Why should you do it? The side-to-side movement she’s capable of in this position is a rare treat, and provides extra pleasure for both parties.
Make it a special occasion: slideherfingers from her hips to her thighs and back up again, thrilling her, in the right direction.
45 – The Swiggity Swooty
How to do it: lots of lube, a simple goal and a deal to go through her back door doggy style.
Why should you do it? Although attempted anal sex isn’t for the faint of heart, the results can be mind-blowing if both parties feel comfortable. In fact, a higher percentage of women surveyed had an orgasm from anal sex than any other type.
Make it a special occasion: the fact that he’s heading for the back door doesn’t mean the front door should be left unattended. Ask him to use his hands to stimulate your clitoris; a good guest always brings a gift, after all.
46 – The push-up
How to do it: he sits on a chair; she assumes the wheelbarrow position. He holds her legs and pulls her onto him.
Why should you do it? This position gives her a head rush that can make her orgasm even more intense.
Make it a special occasion: between thrusts, ask her to lift her legs slightly and give you oral sex (with her permission, of course) before returning to your task.
47 – The Sidewinder
How to do it: kneel beside your bed or sofa while the woman lies on her side, knees bent toward her chest. He kneels at the edge of a bed or sofa. She lies on her side, knees bent towards her chest.
Why should you do it? This position is ideal for pregnant or larger partners, allowing him to penetrate her very deeply without too much back-and-forth, which can be uncomfortable for some women.
Make it a special occasion: ask him to use one thumb to rub your clitoris and the other hand to gently run his nails up and down your back. Before or after, move on to something more sensual.
48 – The captain
How it’s done: he stands behind her, lifts one leg so that it rests over her foot, on a higher surface, like the arm of a sofa or the edge of the bed.
Why should you do it? This position gives him excellent access to all parts of her genital region, but without the somewhat revealing nature of the spread-eagle position.
Make it a special occasion: at from this position, he can easily tease you a little before penetrating you, heightening the excitement and making the experience even hotter.
49 – The buffet
How it’s done: she’s lying on a table; he’s got her head between his legs.
Why should you? This positioning gives her extra leverage to alternate pressure where it counts.
Make it a special occasion: while many people are inclined to focus only on the genitals during oral sex, it’s easy for them to extend their arms and give her breasts some well-deserved attention.
50 – The Updog
How it’s done: doggy-style, she lies face down on a bed, holding her breasts and lifting her buttocks into the air. He penetrates her from behind.
Why should you? This position takes some of the pressure off her to stand perfectly still during what could become a long session of lovemaking, while still providing the ideal position for vaginal or anal entry.
Make it a special occasion:rub yourself against her for a few minutes or use your fingers before penetrating her to create tension.
51 – Crab walk
How to do it: He gets down on all fours, belly up. She straddles him, reverse or traditional Cowgirl style.
Why should you do it? This is one of the ideal sex positions for anyone wishing to demonstrate special yoga moves, engaging the legs, arms and core of both parties, while allowing great power in her movement.
Make it a special occasion: you can vary the length of your strokes by bending your arms and legs, then pushing upwards for deep entry.
52 – The G-Riffic
How it’s done: she lies on her back; he kneels between her knees and puts his feet behind her head.
Why should you do it? This sexual position makes it easier for him to penetrate deeply and touch her G-spot.
Make it a special occasion: ask him to use his thumb to lightly caress your vulva, moving slowly between your labia and over your clitoris.
53 – Back to business
How it’s done: she lies on her back; he rises to his feet and penetrates her.
Why should you do it? An excellent alternative to the missionary, the most common of all sexual positions, this position still makes it easier for him to touch her breasts and clitoris.
Make it a special occasion: ask him to run his nails along her thighs as he moves towards her clitoris for a more intense experience.
54 – The table top
How to: an alternative to doggy-style, this position puts her on all fours and him on all fours above her, rather than holding her by the waist.
Why should you do it? A modification of the doggy style, one of the very classic sexual positions. It allows him to penetrate her more deeply than a more traditional approach. Plus, the sensation of testicles grazing her vulva or clitoris is a big plus.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to hold her breasts up while pushing, giving her leverage and making it easier for him.
55 – The plank
How to do it: she assumes the plank position; he holds her legs from behind and wraps them around her waist.
Why should you do it? This position allows him to penetrate her vagina very deeply, increasing the possibility of female ejaculation.
Make it a special occasion: ask him to run his finger gently over the outside of your vulva to draw her closer.
56 – The crossover
How to do it: he stands at the foot of the bed; she lies on the mattress on her back, crossing her legs around his waist.
Why should you do it? One of the great underused sex positions may seem to deny access to her vagina, but it offers both parties to more intense sex. The pressure exerted by her crossed legs makes the experience tighter and more pleasurable for everyone.
Make it a special occasion: at instead of plunging directly into her vagina, slide it along her vulva, teasing her a little before the action begins.
57 – The slide
How it’s done: she lies on her stomach. He kneels behind her and enters her from behind.
Why should you do this? This position gives him plenty of room to make deep thrusts towards the G-spot, whether he’s hanging on to her legs, hips or shoulders.
Make it a special occasion: ask him to move his hands over the back of your body to hear him say what he likes about your body.
58 – The ride
How it’s done: she assumes the Cowgirl position, but instead of staying between her legs, she straddles one of them.
Why should you? This is one of the sexual positions that allows her to snuggle up against his leg, providing clitoral stimulation that’s difficult to achieve in this position.
Make it a special occasion: ask her to bend and straighten her leg while she rubs herself to give her more textures – hard shin, knobby knee, softer flesh above the knee – to pleasure herself.
59 – The wheely
How it’s done: she rests her face and chest on a wheelchair; he penetrates her from behind.
Why should you do it? This is one of the sex positions that’s easiest for her to get very close to him, then to relax, prolonging the experience for both of them by using a pseudo-line technique.
Make it a special occasion: while he’s pulling you towards him, ask him to lift your hips slightly and hold you, tilting your pelvis. This will touch your G-spot.
60 – Cooking while looking at each other
How to do it: ask your partner to climb onto your kitchen counter and enter it in a face-to-face position.
Why should you do this? Because sometimes looking at food makes people hungry – and sometimes it makes people horny, like alliumphilia.
Make it a special occasion: a little spanking spatula, does tempt you?
