Sex positions that will make you feel like an Olympic athlete in bed

With the ongoing Olympic Games showcasing world-class athletes, all everyone can talk about is their inspiring sportsmanship and how they are pushing boundaries and achieving the impossible. While we are in awe of these qualities, we also admire their strength and stamina. What if we told you that their groundbreaking dedication to athleticism could be a fun way to enjoy some sexy time with your partner? Yup, forget those early morning (or late night) gym sessions and try out these athletic sex positions instead. 

The plough

This is where your core strength and flexibility are put to the test. In this position, the receiving partner lies on their back and stretches their legs over their torso, till it touches the ground (or a supporting surface) behind them. The penetrating partner then kneels and enters them from the front. Maintaining balance and flexibility in this position is absolutely crucial to avoid injury. Depending on your flexibility, you can play around with variations. You could stretch your legs at an angle close to your chest instead of going all the way, and use some blankets or a soft cushion to support your lower back. The plough position can help increase body strength and improve blood flow, which enhances sexual arousal and increased intimacy.

Standing 69

Bored of 69ing the same way over and over again? Then why not try and perform it standing? Don't worry, you can (have to, actually) use the wall for support. Like the regular 69, this one too requires both partners to be on opposite sides of each other, the obvious change being that the receiving partner would be in a hand-stand position while the other kneels in front of them, licking or sucking them. It goes without saying that this sex position has a ton of benefits, mostly for the partner doing the handstand, which includes improved balance and increased strength and mobility. 

The far-and-wide

Your dance or gym instructor may have tried to get you to learn wide splits and if you did, here's where you can apply it. The position begins with the receiving partner lying flat on their back with their legs spread as wide as possible. The penetrating partner then positions themselves between their partner's legs as they begin to thrust. This position can be performed on a bed with the penetrating partner on their knees or on an elevated platform where the latter stands in front of them. There is intense muscle engagement involved in this position, especially your glutes, making it a great workout routine for leg day. 

Standing doggy with a split

Standing sex positions are challenging as it is, add a gymnast twist and you have a real workout that is exciting as well. Much like the traditional doggy, the receiving partner bends forward on a table or support of some kind, while the penetrating partner enters them from behind, holding up the former's leg in a sort of standing split position. Flexibility and strength are key ingredients for this position. You will benefit from physical strength and overall muscle movements if you are willing to spice up your sex life with a little bit of Olympic energy in you.

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