Top sex position

Top sex position

According to research, sex gives pleasure and help to reduce stress. According to science sex helps to improve the brain.

5: 69

This falls neatly into the “challenging yet beloved by many” category, as it takes fellatio and cunnilingus to another level. The prospect of lining up one's sexual organs for simultaneous oral sex may seem daunting, particularly when factoring in differing body sizes. But the difficulty of alignment is worth it for the benefits – namely, a lowered risk of STI transmission and a complete lack of the risk of accidental pregnancies. Plus, couples have found it useful for boosting their coordination and gaining a better understanding of one another.

4: Reverse Cowgirl

Though the prospect of one partner facing away from another may seem odd, there are other things about the position that more than compensate for this. For one, the top-most partner being in a kneeling position of sorts gives him or her the ability to best control pace, rhythm and other key aspects of intercourse. On top of that, studies have indicated the visual appeal of the resting partner's rear view adds to his or her enjoyment of the experience. The ease of balance between both partner's needs and desires is as impressive as it is essential.

3: Missionary

For many, it's standard and familiar... and that's part of its enduring value. The Missionary – usually, though not exclusively, framed as man on top of woman – remains iconic and widely used because of the mix of relaxation and controlled movement at play. The receiving partner benefits from a resting position on his or her back, the partner on top enjoys leeway to comfortably adjust and manoeuvre, and it permits open communication at all times. Add to that a workout for muscle groups such as the glutes, and you have an all-around worthwhile experience.

2: Cowgirl

It's easy to grasp the appeal of this one. By design, a reversal of traditional gender roles, the Cowgirl conventionally places a woman on top of a male partner, giving the woman majority control during intercourse. This has several advantages, including a guided approach to sexually pleasing both parties and eye contact to emphasize an emotional connection beyond the physical. If that isn't enough, there's also potential for exercising one's lower abdomen and pelvis during sex. Thus, it works on many levels.

Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions:

Coital Alignment Technique
Scissoring
Dirty Dancing
Chakra [aka The Catherine Wheel]

1: Doggy Style

Indeed, this is a popular, long-lived sex position – in ancient Rome, it went by the Latin name coitus more ferarum. First and foremost, Doggy Style presents couples with an opportunity to reinforce their mutual trust and understanding. The rear participant controls stimulation from behind, based on what he or she and his or her partner both desire. It has also been found to be comfortable for those with back issues, placing less physical demand on couples than other forms of sex. And then there's the intensity at play that can't be denied.