Position Of The Week: Cowgirl

Yet another classic sex position—but one that's classic for a reason. Sometimes the best things in sex are the simple pleasures...like a lady on top of her partner, grinding away to orgasm.

Position Type: Intercourse

What It's Good For: Common wisdom says that Cowgirl is a position where the lady takes the reins. This can be true (it's certainly vastly easier for a penetrated partner to control the action from the top side), but it doesn't have to be (we've known many a phallus wielding individual who's used this position to top from the bottom, as the kids say). Either way, cowgirl offers the eye contact of missionary with enough space between the two partners to really savor the full view of each other's bodies—and enough room to add in some extra clitoral stimulation, whether with a toy or fingers.

And, before we forget—plenty of opportunities to rub each other's nipples. Ooh, nipples.

Follow It Up With: There's more than one way for a cowgirl to ride—and even a slight change in leg position can really alter the experience. While you're showing your partner who's in control (or holding on for dear life as you ride a bucking bronco), experiment with different variations: lean forward, lean back, move your legs around, hold your legs in the air (okay, that last one is only if you've really been good about going to pilates).

· Models: Justine Joli and Ryan Keely (justinejoli.com + ryankeely.com)
· Photo by Ellen Stagg (staggstreet.com)