What is the Cowgirl Sex Position?

A classic, a staple, and a position we all love - cowgirl. But, if you haven't quite got to grips with it and you need a little help with how to master sex in the cowgirl position, don't worry honey, we have you covered.

How to do cowgirl position

One of you needs to lie on your back and get comfortable, while the other climbs on top, faces the other and straddles them.

Whoever's on top can then lower themselves onto the other and it's then up to them to take the lead and go for a ride. Move the hips and find a pace and rhythm that feels just right. Play with your paces; go from slow and steady to speeding it up and making things more energetic. The partner underneath can lay back and enjoy the moment, but if they want to get involved with the control too, they can help guide things with their hands.

The best part of cowgirl in our opinion? You're face-to-face the whole time, so you can keep it close, playful, and intense; building things up at your own speed and pleasure.

Cowgirl sex position tips and how to make it more exciting

• Find a comfortable base and ease into the position - make sure the bottom partner is comfortable by using a pillow under the head or lower back for support, and then the partner on top should ease in slowly and adjust until it feels right before moving at all.
• If you're on top and find you need better balance, don't be afraid to use your hands on your partner's chest, shoulders, or even the bed for a bit more stability.
• Adjust your positioning and angles to switch up how it feels. Leaning forward or sitting more upright can significantly change how it feels for both of you. Playing with your angles will keep it exciting and different throughout.

Use toys. We repeat, use toys. Adding a little buzz can take it from one level to another. Think vibrators or clit stims so you can enjoy external and internal pleasure at the same time.

From your lingerie picks to adding a little roleplay, there are so many other ways you can spice up the cowgirl position to make it more exciting too.

The benefits of the cowgirl sex position

We could list so many reasons why we love cowgirl, but here are some that top the list for us:

• More control for who's on top. Pace, rhythm and intensity are all down to them
• You're face-to-face the whole time, and you know we love a bit of eye contact in the moment
• It's comfortable and relaxed, whilst being oh so pleasurable for the partner underneath
• You can both feel a variety of different sensations depending on the speed, movement and angles

Perfect next position

You've mastered the cowgirl position, now do that in reverse with reverse cowgirl. Or if that's already a well-used position for you, why not try and go for a royal ride?

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