8 Types of Orgasms: How to Have 8 Types of Orgasms

An orgasm is a sequence of muscle contractions that occur in the pelvic region of the body at the height of sexual pleasure. For penis owners, orgasms tend to culminate in the release of semen from the urethra. Vaginal orgasms, and other types of orgasms, may not involve a release of fluid, but they nonetheless provide immense pleasure. Direct stimulation of erogenous zones, emotions, and even dreams can lead to orgasm.

An orgasm can involve varying types of sensations and many different body parts. Consider some of the wide variety of orgasms the body can produce:

1. 1. Penile orgasm: A penile orgasm occurs with the ejaculation of semen from the penis. In addition to being highly pleasurable, ejaculation is a biological necessity for reproduction.
2. 2. Clitoral orgasm: For a majority of vulva owners, the clitoris is the key to sexual pleasure. Between seventy and eighty percent of vulva owners can only achieve orgasm through direct clitoral stimulation. Most vulva owners require stimulation of the clitoris to achieve an orgasm, whether during masturbation with vibrators or penatrative sex toys, or during sexual intercourse.
3. 3. Vaginal orgasm: For vulva owners, vaginal penetration or stimulation of the vaginal canal can lead to a vaginal orgasm.
4. 4. Cervical orgasm: For some vulva owners, the cervix is an erogenous zone. Stimulation of the cervix, or the A-spot or O-spot on either side, can lead to cervical orgasm. When stimulating the cervix, be gentle; for many people, pressure on the cervix can be painful (especially during menstruation, when the cervix is extra sensitive).
5. 5. Anal orgasm: An anal orgasm occurs when you climax from stimulation of your anus, which is full of sensitive nerve endings. Penis owners can experience a unique prostate orgasm from anal stimulation; anal sex stimulates the prostate, a sensitive organ commonly known as the P-spot. Be sure to use plenty of lube when engaging in anal sex.
6. 6. Nipple orgasm: For some people, the nipples are an intensely erogenous zone, and their sexual stimulation can produce an orgasm much like a penile or clitoral orgasm.
7. 7. Blended orgasm: A blended orgasm involves multiple kinds of orgasms simultaneously. In most cases, a blended orgasms will feature some combination of vaginal, clitoral, penile, or anal orgasms.
8. 8. Coregasm: A coregasm is an orgasm achieved by doing core exercises that engage the pelvic floor muscles. These muscles, which are also stimulated during anal sex, can cause arousal. You may need additional sexual stimulation to increase blood flow to your penis or clitorous and reach orgasm from exercise.

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