The simplest way to add some variety to your sex life is to try out various sex positions. But before we delve into less typical sex positions and variations on some of the old classics like missionary , cowgirl , spooning , and doggy style , we have to ask you one question: What are you hoping to achieve by changing up sex positions? This will guide how you approach this list of 50 sex positions, explains Ian Kerner, Ph. Then maybe you want to try out a position that feels impulsive. If so, look for positions where you can push your partner up against the wall or have sex on a hard surface.

Sex is about exploration. Great sex is about experimenting , exploring, and pushing the boundaries a bit — consensually, of course. While missionary will always have its place and, honestly, can be a lot of fun, at some point, you need to branch out. If the Kama Sutra boasts over a sex positions, who are we not to take advantage of them and give every one a whirl at least once? You know, for fun.

Some things in life are better on repeat: Friends , perfectly sunny beach days, your trusty manicure. Your sexcapades, though? Definitely not one of them. Even the hottest spark in the bedroom needs new sex positions to stoke the flames from time to time—otherwise things get boring, fast. In short, your brain craves newness, and especially for women, your brain is very involved in your excitement and satisfaction.

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