SEX can be nerve-wracking, especially for those in the beginning or if you have a new partner.
That is why there are some positions that are perfect for beginners who have no clue about where to start. Here's what we know.
What are the best sex positions for beginners?
Missionary
It's one of the most talked about sex positions and is described as a classic that never gets old.
Missionary is an intimate position that requires lots of intense eye contact and deep thrusts.
To get the best out of the move, one partner needs to lay on their back, while the other will lay directly on top.
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While this is a great base, couples can also choose to mix things up slightly and can always make small changes as they go to find what feels best for both parties.
For instance, try changing your hips' angle or raising your legs to find new sensations.
Cowgirl
Sometimes, keeping it simple in between the sheets really is best.
And, as the name suggests, this one's self-explanatory - your partner lays down while you straddle them.
You can also use your arms to balance on your partner's chest if you need to, but the key to this position is the bounce up and down - and it's also what burns the most calories.
You can go as slow or as fast as you like and relieve tension by leaning back so your weight rests more on your thighs.
And if you want to try something slightly different, there's always reverse cowgirl or, when you're feeling confident, a different take on that called the full nelson.
Cowgirl's helper
While cowgirl can lead to great orgasms, it can also be tiring for the legs.
So this spin on the classic position is ideal for if you still want all the pleasure everyday cowgirl offers - but less effort.
Start in the exact same way you would with an average cowgirl, but, this time, your partner raises their hips to meet each thrust while also supporting some of your weight by grabbing your thighs.
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You'll find you can last longer in this position as it puts less stress on your legs, and there's also plenty of other tips to get the most out of your bedroom activities, especially if you're a man.
Spoon
You often hear people discussing spooning while sleeping - but it's also a winner when you're getting intimate.
It's exactly the same as the spooning position when you're cuddling, but you just need to bring your knees in slightly and let your partner enter you from behind.
The spoon is perfect for early morning sex or the days or nights when you don't feel energetic.
This tantalizing position can be intimate and loving for a novice if you want it to be.
Flatiron
Doggy is loved by many up and down the country in all its forms - and now it's got a more straightforward and easier twist.
Also referred to as 'lazy doggy' or 'the speedbump,' this position involves laying face down with your hips raised slightly.
This position makes it easier for one partner to relax, while the person penetrating enters from behind.
To spice things up even further, try moving your hips around slightly to create a different sensation.
Faceoff
For this position it's all about the connection, as instead of standing up your partner sits on the end of the bed or a chair, and you hop on top, facing them.
You're right next to your partner's face with this one, so you can whisper in their ear, letting them know how it feels and giving any other intimate details or directions if dirty talk is your thing.
Since you're both sat down, this one's a great choice if you want to last longer and save some energy for later positions - it's a marathon, not a sprint after all.
How can you make sex easier?
Are you finding getting intimate a struggle at times?
The Sun's Agony Aunt Deidre Sanders has previously revealed her top tips for helping to improve your bedroom life and make it easier. She said:
- Vary your setting: If you always make love in your good old double bed, look for chances to vary WHERE you make love as well as when
- Learn massage: To be touched caringly is one of our most basic human needs
- Change positions: Often, you tend to settle for one or two which work
- Don't rush: To discover the more intense pleasure and passionate intimacy which is a good, lasting relationship will more than replace the thrill of the new, you have to take your time
- Hand in hand: If sex seems to be losing sensation for you and you find it harder to become aroused, try placing your hand over your partner's hand as they touch and stroke you