This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Ottawa chapter.
It’s exam time, and you are probably one lime green highlighter away from total stress melt down. Nothing is better for relieving stress than sex. According to Web MD, sex can boost your immune system, lower your blood pressure, relieve stress, and it can even help you sleep. Here are 15 different positions for you and your beau to try tonight, and ladies it is all about making sure you are the ones getting off! Additionally, check out some tips on solo fun (if you know what I mean).
P.S. Don’t worry about trying out these new positions- I did the leg work to test them out for you ;)
The Squat (or as I like to call it: The Calf-Cramper)
How to do it:
- Boy: Lay down on your back and bring your knees up.
- Girl: Place feet on either side of your boy’s hips. Then, place your hands on his chest and move up and down.
Pros:
- All dem feels…. Seriously though, the position allows for a tighter grip on his Johnson so you feel even more sensations.
- Boy approved.
- You’re on top, so you can control depth and velocity!
Cons:
- Your legs are going to hurt and it’s more of a short-lived position (I would recommend putting your hands on his knees and use your arms to push your body up and down, in order to give your legs/knees a break).
- You look like a flipping idiot, seriously, don’t do it near a mirror.
- One word: Balance.
- Not for the gym-a-phobe.
How to do it:
- It’s pretty self explanatory
- To make it easier: the boy should rest against the wall and the girl should do the thrusting motion.
- Tip: stand up straight to hit new angles.
Pros:
- Total G-spot stimulation!
- Boys have total access to the clitoris (hint, hint).
- Great if sneaking in a quickie at the library since you don’t have to be fully naked.
- Two words: Shower Sex.
Cons:
- Physics: you and your partner need to be close to the same height.
- There’s a lot of standing.
How to do it:
- Girl: lay facedown and place a pillow under you pelvic area.
- Boy: Enter from behind and lay on top of your girl.
Pros:
- Hot and sweaty.
- Great for a quick intense session.
- Hits your G-spot.
Cons:
- Hot and sweaty from the full body contact.
- Possibility of getting squished.
- Chances are, he will like it more than you.
How to do it:
- You will need a chair (preferably one without arms). If you don’t have a chair, or you have roommates, the edge of the bed will work as well.
- Boy: Sit down on the chair and rest your feet on the floor in front of you.
- Girl: Climb on top and make sure your legs are on either side.
Pros:
- Dem feels…. Once you figure out who is going to be doing the work, it hits women in the right way.
- This position allows for maximum penetration.
- He will enjoy the visuals.
Cons:
- Confusing on who should be doing the work.
- Requires balance.
How to do it:
- Doggy-style variation
- Boy: Sit with you calves under your thighs. Think Japanese style sitting.
- Girl: Your legs will go on either side of him and kind of sit on his lap. Aim to bring your own thighs as close together as possible to increase pleasure.
Pros:
- Deeper penetration and G-spot stimulation.
- Guys will love the change of the classic Doggy.
- Fast and intense.
Cons:
- Not very romantic.
- High chance of turning quickly into Doggy-style out of frustration.
How to do it:
- It is recommended you use a foot stool, but if you have a bed resting on the floor (no bedframe) you can achieve close to the same idea.
- Girl: Sit on the edge of the bed, lay back, and put a pillow under your hips. If your head doesn’t fit on the bed, it’s all the better (seriously much better).
- Boy: Get on the floor and on your knees and proceed to enter.
Pros:
- YES!! There is a reason they call it the Melody Maker!
- Better if your head is down (there’s something about the way that the blood rushes to your head that feels different but certifiably better).
Cons:
- Difficult start but stick with it believe me.
- Physics: your boyfriend might be too short/tall, add more pillows until you get the right height.
- Might hurt his knees, but fixable with a pillow or blanket.
How to Do it:
- Pretty straightforward.
- Start in missionary position with the girl’s legs up in the air.
- The girl should then put her legs on his shoulders.
- The boy should slowly push your legs together and slightly towards your nose.
Pros:
- Bringing your legs together, good for the feels.
- Hits the G-spot.
- Recommended by boys.
- Great for the lazy girl who wants a switch up.
Cons:
- Chance of your legs falling asleep.
How to do it:
- Find a table, bar stool, or a desk (hint, hint). Possible standing position for the athletically gifted.
- Girl: Get your sexy buns on the surface, wrap your legs around the boy and squeeze him close.
- Boy: Stand and thrust.
Pros:
- Great for a quickie.
- Great in small spaces.
- Marathon sex session? Great starting position, stay latched around your man as he carries you to bed and pleasure.
Cons:
- Virtually none.
How to do it:
- Boy: Sitting, legs straight out, arms back about a foot and shoulder width apart.
- Girl: Sit on his lap.
- Now rock back and forth.
Pros:
- The slow build up leads to a simultaneous orgasm between you and your lover.
- Can be really romantic.
- Relaxing.
- Hits the G-spot.
Cons:
- Boring, boring, boring!
- His legs might lose circulation.
How to do it:
- Boy: Lean against a wall and bend your knees. (Tip: use a doorframe and push your feet against the opposite frame for stability and to ensure no slipping. A tight hallway would work as well).
- Girl: Climb on his lap, leave one foot on the floor and the other hooked around his hip/leg.
- Boy: One hand on the girl’s hip (stability is key). Try placing your hand on her bum, which is sexy and safe.
- Girl: Use your foot on the floor to push you up and down, they say rock back and forth.
Pros:
- Great position anywhere, any time.
- Picture this position in the library, between book rows.
- One free hand for the guy (hint, hint).
- He will love the boobs, right there, in his face.
Cons:
- Standing
- Girls- you gotta do most of the work.
How to do it:
- Girl: Lay on your side.
- Boy: Straddle her leg closest to the bed, wrap her free leg around your body.
Pros:
- His free hands have access to all the fun body parts.
- Deeper penetration.
- Boys: If you swivel your hips, you’ll hit all the good points.
- Easy for the girl to swich positions to doggy or missionary to finish quickly.
Cons:
- Oh, not boy recommended ✖
How to do it:
- Girl: Sit on your bum, hands back and shoulder width apart, bent knees. Imagine making an “M” with your body.
- Boy: Mimic the same position, put your hips around her hips.
Pro:
- Can rub your clit against his pelvis.
- Good position for someone looking to connect with their partner.
- Cool name.
Cons:
- Hard to get set-up.
- Angles.
How to do it:
- It is basically missionary, but his thighs are on the outside.
Pros:
- It’s like missionary, but on steroids. A great switch up to an old classic.
- Tight.
Cons:
- Hard to get going.
- Does not work with guys who have slim hips.
Ladies, sex is all good and fun, but let’s admit it, we don’t all have access to a boy 24-7. Even with Tinder your stress relief might be far away. WELL, don’t worry! Masturbation provides many of the same health benefits and helps to foster an understanding of your own body. If you don’t know what turns you on, how can you tell someone else what you like and what feels good? Check out some of these fool-proof orgasm inducing ideas:
Me, Myself and I:
Belly Down
How to do it:
- Lay facedown, and place your hands between your legs. Move your hips rubbing against your hand.
- BONUS: add this to any facedown positions during sex to help you reach that O.
Drawing the Alphabet
How to do it:
- While seated, use your index finger to draw the letters of the alphabet. Your clitoris is the middle of the letter. Cursive is best ;).
Cum Here
How to do it:
- Lie on your back, palm on your pubic mound and insert one or two fingers into your vagina. Make the “come hither” motion with your fingers and slightly press down with your palm. Draw one or both of your legs up to get a changing sensation.
- Feeling a slight urgency to pee is normal.
If you aren’t satisfied with these positions, check out She Knows for some great tips.
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