DOGGY style is often voted as the UK's favourite sex position - and for good reason.
The sex position is easy to master, can lead to a good night's sleep, and is unlikely to lead to UTIs - as well as allowing for deep penetration and different angles.
The doggy position is a great way to spice up things in the bedroom for you and your partnerCredit: Getty Images - GettyWhat is the doggy position and how does it work?
Doggy style, also referred to as the backshot position, is when the penetrating partner enters the receptive partner from behind.
To start, one partner gets down on all fours while the other penetrates them.
This sex position is often performed kneeling, but it can also be done standing.
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The name of the sex position comes from the style of mating seen in canines but other animals, such as horses and camels, do it this way also.
What are other variations of the backshot sex position?
Doggy style may be one of the UK's favourite sex positions, along with missionary, but if you're wanting to switch things up a gear then there are many variations of the classic.
The best news is - they only require slight adjustments to reap the pleasurable rewards.
For instance, you can:
- Change the angle of penetration by leaning forwards or backward
- Bring your penetrating partner closer to you by reaching around and grabbing them by the waist
- Change the speed and depths of thrusting until you find what feels the best
- Use your hands to grab their hips and help them drive with each thrust
- Add a pillow under the hips of the receiver
- Do it tiger style - which is when the receiving partner poses on all fours on the bed with her knees close to the edge and the man stands behind her with his feet on the floor
It's important to find out what feels good for you, as different angles and speeds will give you different results.
Like with most things in the bedroom, trial and error is often required in order to find what works best for you and your partner.
The most important thing to do is just make sure you communicate with your partner so that everyone is on the same page and enjoying themselves.