There’s something special about mounting from the back, and if you give most guys only one position to choose from, doggy style is going to be the one.

But what is it about doggy style that makes it so appealing to men – and why is it one of the most common sex positions anyway?

In this article, I’ll be covering each of the 9 reasons!

1. Dat Ass

Okay, let’s start with perhaps the most obvious one – doggy style gives the man a good view of the booty.

In most of the western world, men as a whole tend to prefer butts to boobs. There are a lot of reasons for this, and I cover what makes butts so attractive to us in this article here.

Missionary is special because of the intimate connection it provides – getting to look into each other’s eyes, kiss each other, and so on.

But if you are an ass lover, having a nice round ass to look down at can be a huge turn on, that will only make the sex more enjoyable.

2. It Allows For Deep Penetration

Because the penis enters the vagina in a downward position when entering the vagina, it allows for deeper penetration compared to many other sexual positions.

Unless you have a penis large enough to hit her cervix, this is probably going to feel more pleasurable for both of you. After all, getting all the way in there feels really good!

This is why when trying to conceive, experts recommend doggy style above most other sex positions, as it allows for deep penetration – allowing semen to land as close to the cervix as possible.

It may be particularly useful for those with smaller penises, or who are unable to shoot cum very far.

3. It’s Easy For Beginners

Doggy style, along with missionary, are some of the easiest sex positions for beginners to start out with.

It’s relatively straightforward, you can see where you’re looking, and nobody needs to bend or twist themselves into a pretzel.

For those that are self-conscious of the way they look, the fact that you don’t have to look at each other may help ease some nerves and anxiety (though, ideally this issue will be handled before you start having sex.)

Additionally, doggy style is comfortable regardless of body type. Utilizing pillows or adjusting the position of the woman’s legs can help it become easier or more pleasurable for some people.

4. Grabbing, Spanking, And Squeezing

One of the greatest things about doggy style is the freedom of movement.

You are essentially kneeling and just have to move your hips. You aren’t trapped under your own weight, and your arms and hands are able to move around freely.

This gives you lots of opportunity to utilize them to enhance your sexual experience!

Reach down and spank her ass. Squeeze her cheeks. Push them together and let them fall. Pull her hair. Grab onto her shoulders, and pull yourself in even deeper.

You could even reach under and grab her boobs if you wanted to! Missionary is great, but you can’t easily grab her butt since well, it’ll be pressed against the bed.

The fact that you are able to do so much at any time allows you to really mix things up, and keep the sex exciting even during long sessions.

5. The Guy Is In Control

Perhaps more so than any other sex position, doggy style allows for the guy to have ultimate control over the sex.

Not only is he able to go as fast or slow as he wants, but there’s a lot more than that too. For example, it’s easier to determine when to go deep vs. shallow, or when to start pounding hard vs. more gentle, full movements.

Additionally, because you can look down and actually see your penis, it’s much easier to pull it out farther without it accidentally slipping out.

Even if you did want to give up control for a moment, it’s easier to ask her to start moving back onto your cock herself, which isn’t as easy in a position like missionary.

When you want to be in charge, doggy style is the go-to position for sure!

6. It Doesn’t Tire Arm Muscles

Doggy style is also great for long sex sessions, because no major muscle groups get tired.

Some sex positions for example require you to essentially be holding a push-up like position, which can get tiring after just a few minutes. Or, you end up putting too much body weight on your partner, which can be uncomfortable for them.

Although doggy style requires you to kneel (or stand), it takes much longer for the muscles to become tired – and you can always modify the position if that becomes the case.

For couples that enjoy lengthy sex sessions (what I call ‘fuckathons’), gooning out to porn together or simply are sore from previous exercise, doggy style becomes an obvious choice!

7. It’s Animalistic, Raw, And Primal

There’s something incredibly hot about a woman on all fours. Grabbing her ass, mounting her, and thrusting in and out of her the way nature intended.

It could be because it’s the way we see so many other animals mate. It could be because it was a popular choice in our caveman days. Whatever the reason, our brains are drawn to humping from the back.

A woman on her hands and knees, butt arched up in the air, is a universal signal that calls out to our most primal instincts. It transcends language and cultural barriers. It can take us from rational, logical thinkers to someone who can think of nothing but plunging his dick as deep into her as he can.

A woman’s body is sexy regardless of how she positions it, but the doggy style position in particular is really great for turning people on.

8. It Feels Different

Another reason men (and women!) love doggy style so much is because it feels different than positions like cowgirl or missionary do.

The penis is going in upside down, and at a downward angle, which is very different than missionary. Although both are insanely pleasurable, one may feel better than the other. And even if you prefer the feeling of missionary to doggy style, switching positions is a good way to mix it up and keep the sex feeling different and exciting.

It’s worth noting that the differences can be more significant with certain vaginas, and less significant with others.

Therefore, I encourage you to try out lots of different positions to see what is most enjoyable for you and your partner!

9. It’s Easier In Summer

One final reason you don’t really think about until it happens, is that a lot of sex positions are really warm, especially in the summertime.

Having to move and work your muscles is hard enough. When you have somebody else’s body heat pressing against you, things get hot and sweaty really quickly.

For some, this is fun. However, it can also become quite uncomfortable.

Since the only bodily contact with doggy style is her butt pressed against his thighs, it minimizes heat and gives your body a lot more room to breathe.

So in warm environments, this can make a huge difference!

Why Women Enjoy Doggy Style

Now, women often enjoy doggy style for pretty much the same reasons, with slight differences.

For example, submissive women like that they are giving up all the control to the man. Feeling a guy grab and squeeze you can also be incredibly pleasurable, and again, make you feel submissive.

Us ladies also benefit from things like less heat and feeling you get turned on by our butts.

Of course, there are a few other unique benefits as well. For example, your balls may hit our clit while you slam into us, and clitoral stimulation is key to many women having orgasms. Due to the angle of the penis, it’s also more likely to hit the g-spot compared to missionary.

It’s no wonder why it’s a favored position for men and women alike!

Closing Thoughts

It feels kinda silly to analyze a basic sex position like this, particularly since we’ve been mating like this since the beginning of our species.

However, if you’re new to sex or you’re simply curious why so many people enjoy it – and have never stopped to think about it before… well, here you go!

What is your favorite sex position, and why?

I’d love to hear it in the comments below!

~ Lexi

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Perhaps you’re even preparing to have sex for the first time, and want to make sure it goes as smoothly as possible.

Thankfully, you don’t have to memorize the entire kama sutra to really wow someone in bed – or have an amazing time. In fact, if you just know a few basics and regularly switch the position up, you’re bound to have a lot of fun!

Let’s look over some of the best sex positions for beginners, and what makes each one of them great!

1. Missionary

If there’s a single sex position that is perfect for beginners, it’s missionary.

This is the classic, vanilla sex position that we all know and are used to. It’s probably what most people start with.

But personally, I feel that missionary is underrated.

Missionary feels amazing for both people, but what particularly makes it special is the connection and intimacy it provides. It feels like you two are embracing in a full-body hug, and you are able to look into each other’s eyes and kiss while you make love.

The only reason you don’t see it commonly in porn is because it doesn’t show off the genitals to outsiders looking in. But if you’re the one, you know, actually having sex, it’s pretty darn good!

It also works well under the covers during winter, and makes it easier for you to grab her boobs.

That being said, it doesn’t allow for much clitoral stimulation for women, and it can cause tired arms for men if you’re holding yourself up for a long time.

2. Doggy Style

The next one everyone should try out straight away – perhaps even their first time having sex, is doggy style.

Doggy style is amazing, and I dedicated an entire article on why people love it so much.

The positioning is pretty basic and you can visually see everything as you’re doing it, which makes it perfect for beginners having sex with someone new for the first time. Believe it or not, it’s not always as easy as it looks to find the vagina and penetrate it! Being able to visually look at your penis and her vagina makes the act of getting it in a bit easier.

This is perhaps the most natural position in existence, and it’s the one we see animals doing all the time out in nature. All the man has to do is move his hips back and forth and you don’t need to worry about fumbling at all.

If you find sex uncomfortable, there are also easy ways to modify doggy style to make it more comfortable and pleasurable for the both of you – just experiment with pillows, arching, and leg positioning until you find what feels nice.

3. Cowgirl

Cowgirl is another one of the basics that everyone should try out, when they get a chance. It’s a little bit harder to pull off and probably wouldn’t be my first choice for someone having sex for the first time, but it makes for an excellent third option after trying both doggy style and missionary.

Cowgirl has the man laying down flat (or with knees bent), and the girl’s legs on the outside of his. She slides down onto his penis, and either moves up and down herself, or the man thrusts in and out of her.

Actually, this is one of the things that makes cowgirl special – the ability to trade off who is doing the movement. Either person can lay there and enjoy pure bliss while the other moves, and then they can trade off.

For the man, cowgirl is also special because it gives you access to all of our naughty bits. You can hold our asses at the exact same time you have our titties swinging in your face. Who doesn’t love that?!?

However, it’s not without its drawbacks. It can be very tiring for the woman if she is doing all the work, and you have to have a full erection to get it comfortably inside – even a semi can be a bit challenging.

Additionally, you have to be very careful not to pull out all the way while slamming down – especially if she’s slamming down hard, as it can cause penis fractures. Ouch!

4. Edge Of The Bed Missionary

For a missionary-like position that may be a bit more comfortable for longer sex sessions, consider doing it at the end of the bed!

Instead of the man laying on top of the woman, have her scoot her butt up towards the end of the bed, with legs dangling down the front of it.

Then, you can stand up at the end of the bed and position your cock to thrust inside of her.

Since it’s easier to stand for long periods of time than it is to support yourself with your arms, this is a pretty easy one that can be a lot of fun!

5. Spooning

Finally, my last beginner sex position would be spooning.

This one is really romantic, as you can really run your hands all over her body while still feeling her close. It doesn’t have the same pressure that missionary can have with its eye contact, but it’s sensual none-the-less.

For this position, you’ll want to be both laying on your side, with her knees brought in slightly. Then, you enter her from behind.

It can take a few moments to get the positioning right, but the two of you will feel really close as you make love this way.

Closing Thoughts

If I had to pick just five positions to start out with, these would be the ones. And for a complete beginner, missionary and doggy style are more than enough.

Although there are dozens of sexual positions available, most people stick with just a few of them most of the time. And realistically, missionary, doggystyle and maybe cowgirl will be more than enough for just about anyone.

I’m curious, which sex positions sound the most exciting to you, and why? Which have you enjoyed – or want to try?

Let me know in the comments below!

~ Lexi

Lewd Lexi

Lewd Lexi is a professional adult voice actress, phone sex operator, and sexuality educator. Here on LewdLexi.com, she shares not only her newest releases and projects, but works to provide resources to give everyone a better sex life!

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