Amazon Sex Position: 4 Benefits of the Amazon Position

The Amazon sex position is a sexual position between two partners in which the penetrating partner lies on their back, and the other partner straddles them as the penetrator brings their knees closer to their chest. In this fashion, the Amazon style is similar to the cowgirl position and makes the straddling partner dominant. This also makes the position feel like an inverse missionary.

Consider the following advantages of the Amazon sex position:

1. 1. Clitoral stimulation: For cisgendered heterosexual couples, the Amazon position provides the vulva owner with a more dominant position and a better way to stimulate the clitoris.
2. 2. Core engagement: This position can increase core strength. When the top partner thrusts the bottom one, they engage their abs, making this a healthy workout. The top partner might also adopt a squatting position, which can work out this partner’s legs.
3. 3. Deep penetration: Sex experts recommend the Amazon style because it can lead to deep penetration and easier access to the G-spot with less pressure.
4. 4. Libido boost: Couples might try the Amazon sex position to explore new roles or boundaries. Sex therapists might recommend this position if the vulva owner wants more fulfillment or if the couple seeks new ways to increase their libido.

The Amazon position is relatively easy. Follow these instructions to try it with your partner:

1. 1. The bottom partner lies down. A penis owner or a vulva owner with a strap-on dildo or vibrator will lie down in a supine position, looking up at their partner.
2. 2. The dominant partner straddles the bottom one. The other partner will act as the dominant one. This person will straddle their partner’s genitalia, strap-on, or vibrator.
3. 3. The bottom partner pulls their knees in. The bottom partner brings their knees close to their chest for the Amazon position. Depending on their flexibility, the legs might go straight up to the sky or angle backward toward the bottom partner’s face.
4. 4. The top partner engages. The top person might hold onto their partner’s thighs while thrusting.

There are two main variations on the standard Amazon sex position, including:

1. 1. Kneeling Amazon: This variation gives the top person’s legs a break. Instead of squatting, the top partner can kneel while straddling their partner’s hips. Depending on the person’s height, this can change the angle of the penetration.
2. 2. Reverse Amazon: This is similar to the standard Amazon, except the top partner turns around 180 degrees. This means the top partner will face away from the bottom one, and there will not be any eye contact. This position works best for anal sex, and the top person can place their feet or shins on the sides of the bottom partner.

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