The Tree
Engravings of sexual positions often depict postures in which the lovers lie, kneel, sit on their bottoms, astride each other, even on all fours, but they make little room for standing postures. Yet the cinema, as well as Hindu engravings and statues, are particularly fond of the standing position.
© Alejandro Rodriguez
Standing is, of course, not as comfortable as sitting or lying. The woman is generally shorter than the man, which makes penetration difficult, as the penis isn’t at the same level as the vagina. This forces the man to assume uncomfortable positions in order to make up for the difference in size, or he needs to support his partner, which often proves tiring and therefore hardly compatible with pleasure. If, however, the two lovers are about the same height, they can both stand but penetration will be shallow due to the insufficient proximity between the two bodies.
Whenever a couple on television feel an uncontrollable desire for each other, overwhelmed by the sheer force of their emotions, the woman usually jumps on the standing man, holding on to him with her arms around his neck and her legs wrapped around his waist. The man supports his lover’s buttocks and may rest her against a wall for help. The two make love in this position, without bothering to remove all of their clothes.
Only in the right atmosphere, when the lovers act on the spur of the moment, can this position lead to a rapid and mind-blowing orgasm. The standing position is not about tender feelings, where your looks and gestures take on great significance. It’s badly-suited to tentative and irresolute novices who shrink from unknown sensations, and well-suited to those who let passion take over reason, common sense and even prudence.
In order to enjoy this position to the fullest, the woman needs to be particularly turned on and able to reach her peak through vaginal penetration. Her hands are free to fondle her lover’s head, neck and shoulders. He, on the other hand, is busy supporting her and can’t treat her with the same delicate, gentle caresses.
However, if you and your partner go about this position the right way, you’ll reach a climax commensurate with your sexual excitement and conclude this hot embrace with a feeling of deep contentment.
Dr Yves Ferroul
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