13 Sex Positions from Behind That’ll Give Doggy a Major Upgrade
Including all the very sexy ways to make it the most intimate romp you've ever had.
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Having sex from behind can be so much more than just doggy style (no shade to doggy!). It’s one of the most versatile sex positions out there, whether you want something romantic and intimate, hot and primal, fast, slow, or anything in between. Just get one person behind the other and adjust to what makes you feel oh-so good.
“Add positioning pillows, adjust your body, and find the most comfortable way to be in that position before you get rocking and rolling, so you can focus on pleasure,” says sex educator Carly S. If you’re wondering how, exactly, staring at someone’s butt or vice versa can be romantic, remember: You don’t need to be face-to-face for maximum intimacy, says Casey Tanner, a queer sex therapist and Lelo expert. “Without eye contact and facial expressions as your guide, couples must become increasingly attuned to one another’s sounds, body language, and rhythms. This invites partners into a passionate balance of vulnerability and trust.”
Most sex from behind positions are amazing for deep penetration, but the hands-and-knees of it all makes it a little hard to execute some solid (ahem, vital, for most people with vulvas) clitoral stimulation. Fear not, you’ve got options. Sexual intimacy expert Rebecca Alvarez Story, CEO and cofounder of BLOOMI, recommends trying to use your hands to reach down and stimulate the clitoris, or outsource the job to a clit suction vibrator or other favorite vibe. You can also tweak these positions with butt play, including anal, pegging and various and sundry butt toys.
Having trouble reaching? Consider laying a buzzy toy flat on whatever bed or surface you’re doing it on and pressing yourself against it while lying on your stomach, as your partner enters from behind. Or employ the services of a good ol’ fashioned vibrating penis ring to deliver those delightfully rumbly sensations with every thrust.
The positions below give you so many options for making sex from behind exactly what you want. But don’t be afraid to customize them! “Sometimes I think people think the position is the goal, when the position is just another way for you to get to the real goal of shared pleasure. Consider them suggestions, not goals. Have fun and don't be afraid to make them work for you,” says Carly.
The Afternoon Delight
This position is perfect for lazy afternoons because of how comfortable it can be. The penetrating partner lies on their side while the receiving partner swings their legs over the giving partner's hips, lying comfortably on their back, says Carly. You’ll have plenty of room for any sized vibe you want. We love to see it!
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The Fire Hydrant
Starting from doggy style, the bottom partner lifts one of their legs while the top partner slides their leg underneath. “This position is great because it lets the top partner go extra deep. With one leg up, there are less booty cheeks in the way, allowing for more depth,” says Carly. This also works for anal, just make sure to lube everything first, and then...lube some more!
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Your Best Angle
Switch up the angle of penetration by having the receiver lie down on a bed on their side. They can curl up or keep their legs straight, while the penetrating partner stands to enter. This is also good if the receiving partner has mobility issues—an accessible sex toy can make it even better.
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Standing Doggy
If you’re into deeper penetration, standing doggy offers an angle that massages the internal walls of the vagina in people with vulvas, and the prostate (the “p spot”) for people with penises, says Tanner. “Standing doggy makes for a convenient quickie if you’re exploring intimacy outside of the bedroom (or even outside of your home!). And for people who experience knee or back pain during regular doggy, it’s a more comfortable and stable alternative.”
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The Broken Eagle
The broken eagle is a twist on the classic spread eagle position with deeper penetration and a wider variety of angles, says Tanner. “It offers greater skin-on-skin contact for those who don’t want to lose the emotional intimacy that can come with being face to face. It’s also a fantastic position for oral or fingering from behind.”
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Reverse Spoon
“With one hand fully freed up for both partners, reverse spoon offers the opportunity for clitoral stimulation with either partner’s hand or a vibrator,” says Tanner. “It’s also less physically demanding than a doggy or eagle variation, so it can make for a more prolonged, intimate sensual experience.”
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The Leapfrog
“Leapfrog is an excellent choice for receiving partners who want to play a more active role in from-behind sex. The receiving partner can change the depth of penetration by rocking their hips back and forth, or shift the angle by arching or contracting their back,” says Tanner. “It can enjoyed by anyone, but it often holds a special place in the hearts of couples who are exploring power play, as the receiving partner is positioned in a more traditionally submissive manner.”
For added support, the receiving partner can use a pillow or cushions under the lower belly, and the penetrating partner can place a towel or mat beneath their knees, adds Tanner.
Spooning FTW
“The beauty of the spooning position is that both parties can feel super close to each other,” says Alvarez Story. “To make the position even more intimate, the giver can lean in closer, while also kissing or nibbling the receiver.” The receiver can use their free hands for added clit stimulation via hand or vibe.
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The Hot Seat
Control the movement and depth of penetration by having the penis-haver or strap-on wearer sit on a chair or a bed. “The other backs onto their lap and rides them when they are seated,” says Alvarez Story. “This position is great because it doesn’t have to be limited to just the bedroom. It can be on a counter, shower shelf, chair, anywhere!”
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Lazy Doggy
“We all know and love doggy style, but sometimes time is of the essence or the receiver is feeling a bit more on the relaxed side,” says Alvarez Story. This, my friend, is the time for lazy doggy. The receiver lies flat, facedown but with their hips raised with a pillow. (If that pillow has a vibe propped upon it, even better. There are even special pillows for just that!) “This position allows for deeper penetration and is great for reaching all the internal hot spots.”
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Reverse Cowgirl
Reverse cowgirl is great at home, but for an added thrill, take it on the road for some edgy car sex. “A riding position like reverse-cowgirl can provide great penetration depth control for the rider,” says AASECT-certified sex therapist and relationship therapist DuEwa “Kaya” Spicer, MSW, LCSW, CCATP, CST. “Make use of the seats and car door handles.”
The Tight Squeeze
For a tighter feel in doggy, the receiver squeezes their legs tightly together while the penetrator presses their legs in from each side. A strong finger vibe makes it even better.
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Counter Service
For the rush that is a take-me-now quickie, the receiver bends over a table or counter. Their partner can stand to enter (either hole, your choice), but this position also works for rimming and/or edging with a toy or mouth.
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