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Getting older does not mean the good times have to stop rolling, even when it comes to matters of intimacy. In a study in 2018 by the National Poll on Healthy Aging, ¾ of respondents aged 65-80 agreed with the statement that sex is a critical aspect of any romantic relationship, regardless of age. We see this as true especially because with age comes more experience. We know our bodies better and are better at communicating what we like and do not like. And after all, sex is one component of healthy aging and maintaining well-being.
However, we must remember that our bodies also change as we age. There may be limited mobility, hip pain, vaginal dryness, or other issues. Many seniors may not be as agile and flexible as they once were, but this is no reason for not having sex. Among people in their golden years, pain in the joints and back are the most common types of pain that can hamper enjoyment in the bedroom. With your utmost safety and comfort in mind, as well as ease of access to the genitals and other erogenous areas, the positions below are perfect for senior lovers as they avoid strain and discomfort on the back and joints. So, when you’re ready, read on to find out the best and most comfortable senior sex positions for seniors to have fun in the bedroom.
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Missionary with Pillow
Let’s begin with the classic Missionary position, adapted to be senior-friendly by adding a pillow. This position remains a favorite because it works well for partners of all ages, offering intimacy, eye contact, deep penetration, G-spot stimulation, and great pleasure. Missionary is versatile, allowing couples to experiment with the depth and speed of their movements. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can always increase the pace for more intensity.
For those experiencing any spinal discomfort, Missionary with a Pillow provides added back support for the receiving partner, alleviating discomfort and making the experience more enjoyable. The pillow helps maintain a comfortable position, giving you a pleasurable and pain-free intimate moment.
How To Do It
- One partner lies down flat on their back with a pillow or two on the arch of their back or under their lower back and the other partner climbs on top coming face to face with you.
- The giving partner guides their penis inside.
- Start with slow thrusts
Doggy Style with Pillow
Doggy Style is another sex position that couples love as there is a lot of room for stimulating many of your partner’s erogenous zones at the same time. For seniors, this can be adapted to lessen the agility and pressure needed to perform this position with the help of a pillow. The pillow under the receiving partner’s hips adds comfort and extra support, and with the giving partner hands-free, they can stimulate their partner’s clitoris or breasts or even hold onto their hips or butt.
How To Do It
- The receiving partner gets down on their hands and knees. The giving partner kneels directly behind them. Place a pillow under the hips of the receiving partner.
- The giving partner holds onto their partner’s waist and begins to gently thrust in and out.
Spooning
Spooning is another good sex position perfect for seniors because it minimizes pressure on knees, wrists, or back. This popular sex position is also extremely versatile. You can start with slow and minimal movement or go deeper and faster for more intense thrusts. If you feel like taking things up a notch, you could use a toy or make use of your free hands for clitoral stimulation.
How To Do It
- Both partners lie on their sides facing the same direction.
- The receiving partner bends their leg in front of them.
- The big partner or giving partner inserts their penis from behind.
- They grind and move their hips up and down, taking in every thrust and sensation.
- Stimulate your partner’s breasts or reach down for clitoral stimulation.
Cowgirl
Cowgirl is one of those sex positions that never goes out of style, even with age. The partner on top can help stabilize themselves by placing their hands on their partner’s legs underneath them so they are fully supported. Meanwhile, the partner underneath can lift their knees or hold onto their partner’s lower back. This supports their partner’s movements and could make it easier for them to perform cowgirl in the most pleasurable way possible with deep penetration from each thrust. Experiment with the cowgirl position and see what works best for you.
How To Do It
- The giving partner lays on their back with their legs spread slightly apart while the receiving partner gets on top.
- Place your knees on either side of your partner’s waist.
- Lean forward and then reach behind you to grab your partner’s penis.
- Guide it inside you and sit back down.
- Ride your partner by moving your hips front and back.
- The giving partner can create a ‘seat’ for the receiving partner by lifting their knees. They may also hold onto their partner’s lower back.
The Hot Seat
The Hot Seat is a great senior sex position particularly for those in a wheelchair. What makes it excellent for seniors is that it gives you deeper penetration coupled with the comfort and stability of being on a chair. If you experience pain in your feet, back, knees, or lower back, if you have reduced mobility, or if you just want to have sex seated, you may want to give The Hot Seat a try, as it’s known to relieve stress on the legs and back.
Note that for the best experience, the chair should have a straight back and a firm base and must not be too high off the ground that the receiving partner can not touch the ground. This is so the receiving partner can stabilize themselves with their feet on the ground.
How To Do It
- The giving partner sits on a chair or wheelchair with their back supported against the backrest.
- The receiving partner sits on their lap, with their feet and legs over their partner’s.
- The receiving partner guides their partner’s penis inside them.
- The receiving partner can gently bounce up and down or grind against their partner.
Standing Sex
Standing Sex is another great option for senior couples to experiment with. With Standing Sex, you can guarantee extreme pleasure despite minimal full-body contact. What makes it a great position for those with older age is that there is no pressure on the back of the receiving partner. Just be sure not to arch your back if you are experiencing back pain.
You can also place pillows below the receiving partner’s upper body and stomach for more support. There are so many variations to standing sex, but for now, we will discuss how to perform standing doggy.
How To Do It
- Both partners stand up with one partner behind the other.
- The receiving partner bends down on the counter or any surface, spreading their legs open.
- From behind, the giving partner enters the receiving partner and holds onto their hips for support.
- Keep the momentum going by gently thrusting in and out until you reach an orgasm.
Sideways 69
Introducing the Sideways 69 sex position, a fantastic way to give and receive pleasure simultaneously. This variation of the classic 69 is particularly senior-friendly, as it allows both partners to lie on their sides, facing each other’s genitals. Doing so eliminates the pressure and strain on the hands and wrists that typically come with the traditional 69 position.
How To Do It
- Both partners lay sideways facing each other.
- Position your face such that they are directly in front of your partner’s genitals and make them do the same with yours.
- You can then perform dual oral stimulation.
- Ladies can lick, suck, and wrap their hands around their partner’s penis, moving their mouth or hands up and down simultaneously. Men can play with their partner’s clitoris and repeatedly finger them to find their G spot and make them cum.
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