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9 Anal Penetration Positions: From Beginner-Friendly To Bold

Benny had been a bottom for years before he really had that ‘wow’ moment with anal sex.* “I came out at 19 and started sleeping with guys around then,” he explains. “I did some self-experimentation and anal was always just… nice enough. Not amazing but not awful.”

It wasn’t until he took his pleasure into his own hands, exploring his sexuality in a safe environment and taking more control in the bedroom, that he discovered how great anal sex could be. He says, “finally [I had] one of those mind-blowing orgasms, to the point where I thought to myself: Good Lord! I’ve been doing sex wrong!

No matter what kind of sex you’re having or how seasoned you are, safely exploring new things will keep your sex life fresh and full of pleasure. So, whether you’re looking for inspo to spice up your anal sex life or guidance for your first time, you’ll find tips and techniques right here.

*Benny isn’t his real name but he’s a real person and commenter on the Lovehoney Forum. We thought his username Butts_and_thighs_on_guys might be a bit of a mouthful! Check out his story here (it’s a great read).

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