From missionary to doggie to cowgirl, womens’ favourite sex positions often become the trending topic on girls nights out, especially after an Espresso Martini or three. And there always seems to be that one friend who knows a scorching hot new trick in the bedroom – and swears by the orgasmic results. She’ll know all about the trending sexual position that’s being hailed as a surefire way to a mind-blowing happy ending. Introducing, the Amazon.
No, it’s got nothing to do with the longest river in the world or the online retail giant. Though its female-empowering reputation might explain the mighty nickname –  after all, Amazon warriors in Greek mythology were super strong, agile women.
Carnal curiosity over the Amazon position has been buzzing around the internet for a few years, but now it’s having a moment on Reddit – the home of the juiciest, funniest and strangest sex confessions online. In fact, the Amazon position boasts its own NSFW (not safe for work ie explicit) subreddit.
So, what is the Amazon and what’s so good about it? Well, it’s where the man – or the partner with a penis or strap on – lies back and spreads his legs wide, pulling the knees up into a tabletop position. The woman/person with vagina lies in between the man’s legs, straddling the man’s penis by lowering themselves on to it. The woman’s knees sit on the bed, and they can choose to put their hands on the man’s knees for balance. It needs a bit of thigh strength as well as a bit of practice! Women need to proceed carefully as they position the penis inside them and begin to move back and forward in a thrusting motion, because if they lose balance or are too rough or hurried, it can literally break the penis. Yikes. Some – but by no means all – say larger penises work better for this daring position.

The orgasmic benefit for women is that the Amazon is a uniquely great position for vulva stimulation, and she can control the pressure and movement easily herself. Many couples also report it’s provided an exciting and different sexual dynamic for both partners with the woman in ‘the man’s’ traditional position which can result in a bigger Big O. Some partners confess they love the fact that the woman’s body is fully on show to the partner which adds to the pleasure.
One woman on Reddit enthusiastically explained to users eager to learn the new position, ‘It’s kind of a combination of missionary and cowgirl (missionary if the woman were on top, if that makes sense) it’s easier than it seems. I recommend doing it on a couch, where the guy’s butt is right at the edge of the couch. The woman straddles him, slides down onto him, and then you can either put your knees on the couch outside of his legs, or you can actually stand on the floor if you find that more comfortable. Hope this helps, it’s hard to explain but it’s actually quite easy to do.’
A male Reddit user who posted on a thread about obscure sex positions confirmed ‘a great one if she knows what she’s doing’.
And on a thread titled ‘Sex positions for Women’, many male partners said their female partners can’t get enough this unusual position and that it’s highly satisfying for both participants. One poster said, ‘Amazon, Amazon, Amazon. [The man] has to be willing to be put into a submissive position, but my God does it feel wonderful from a male’s side.’ He advised, ‘I would recommend edge of bed to start.’
Another man said, ‘I have been with quite a few women that love this position. It can be very powerful for them, as well as satisfying. You have to be careful with position though as there is an increased chance for the man to get injured.’

‘It is f-ing awesome!’ yet another Redditor exclaimed, though he also warned, ‘I agree with the comments about needing enough length, fit female and risk of injury. I can add to that that the guy has to be flexible enough to pull his knees up high with his legs open and fit enough to keep them there, but it is worth it. Very different feeling. I suggest watching a few educational videos to see how it’s done. It will also give you more respect for what woman go through to open their legs wide enough to take a guy.’

One husband said, ‘We’ve done it a number of times and as I’m a fan of anything that is driven by my wife it’s a winner for me.’

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