sexual positions, the best sexual position for the female orgasm, cowgirl position

Experts and many women agree there’s no better sexual position for orgasming than cowgirl or woman-on-top. It’s got all the right ingredients: you’re in control of everything, there’s external and internal stimulation and he can usually last longer when he’s lying on his back. But quality ingredients alone do not make a gourmet (or orgasmic) meal, you’ve got to know what to do with them.

That’s why we put together the ultimate guide to this sexual position. Here you’ll find out how to position yourself, ways to move and guidance on reaching that ever-elusive climax. Saddle up and read on!

© iStock/Paul Piebinga The basics.
Once you’re up there, you have a few options for your legs and arms. One leg move is to squat over him with only your feet on the ground or bed on either side of his hips. This can feel great but can also have your thighs burning in moments.

You can also kneel or straddle over him. This move is a little less strenuous and gives you more options. Dr. Sadie Allison, president of TickleKitty.com, says putting your feet on top of his thighs in this sexual position will give you even more stability.

You have more freedom with your arms. They can be placed anywhere from his chest, right down by his sides or around his neck. Arm position will also affect how close you are to him, how your back is and the angle he’s inside you. Try a few options to see what feels best, since every combination will feel slightly different. If you’ve maneuvered yourself to where you don’t need to balance on your arms you can use them to stimulate him—or yourself.