Sex experts and social media users have been sharing their best bedroom advice after a viral post on X sparked a huge conversation about which sex positions actually feel better than people generally expect, and which are much more likely to lead to attaining an orgasm.

The discussion began after one user asked: “What’s a sex position that looks basic but actually makes you orgasm way faster than the popular ones?”

Sex experts have their say

Sex educators have previously explained that changing the angle of the pelvis can increase pressure against the G-spot, located along the front wall of the vagina.

TikTok creator and sex educator Sassy Red previously discussed the technique in a viral video that reportedly racked up more than 20 million views before it was deleted.

Explaining why the adjustment can feel more intense for some people, she said: “Putting a pillow underneath simply tilts the pelvis forward, allowing the vaginal canal to straighten, making access to the G-spot easier and allowing the penis/dildo to stimulate the anterior vagina.

“In simple terms, you’re able to hit more of those 8,000 or so nerve endings that live around the vagina.”

However, she stressed that no single method works for everybody.

“If this ‘hack’ works for you, then that’s fantastic, but it might not work for everyone, and you shouldn’t force it to work either,” she explained.

“What feels good for one person may be totally different for another. Just find what works for you and have a hell of a lot of fun in the process.”

She added: “Sex is all about trying different things with a partner who is supportive and open – that’s the best kind of sex! So focus on that, and not what the internet says.”

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Doctor and sex expert Olivia Richman has also spoken publicly about techniques that can increase pleasure during sex, particularly by focusing on communication and clitoral stimulation.

Discussing one method she called “angling,” Richman explained that raising the hips slightly can change where penetration makes contact internally.

“You want her hips to raise a little bit so that your either penis or sex toy is hitting the top of her vagina,” she said.

“That’s why angling is a really great position.”

Richman repeatedly stressed the importance of the clitoris when it comes to female pleasure, saying: “Do not forget about the clitoris it is the most important part of sex, period.”

She also highlighted communication as one of the biggest factors in enjoyable sex.

“Do not forget to communicate this,” she said. “Do not forget to say 'hey does this feel good for you, are you enjoying this?'”

According to Richman, techniques involving shallow penetration, rhythmic movement, and combined stimulation can all contribute to increased pleasure depending on personal preference.

But like many others in the online discussion, she emphasized that every person is different — and that experimenting together is often the best way for couples to discover what works for them.

Missionary remains the go-to for women

The post quickly exploded, with hundreds of people, many of them women, jumping into the replies to share their experiences and recommendations.

One answer stood out more than any other: a slightly adjusted version of the classic missionary position.

One user wrote: “Missionary with a pillow under the hips: looks basic AF, but she’s seeing stars in under 5 minutes.”

Another agreed, explaining how a simple change completely transformed the experience for them.

“Standard missionary used to bore me to tears until I learned how to tilt my hips just right,” they wrote. “Now it literally takes less than two mins for my entire body to start shaking. Completely game changing.”

The “hack” itself is surprisingly straightforward. By placing a pillow underneath the pelvis, the hips tilt upward slightly, which many say increases stimulation and comfort during penetration.

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If your sexual partner is a woman, there’s a high probability that you’ll have looked at them longingly after an act of intimacy, only to be greeted by a face of disappointment and unfulfilment.

Not only is there a well-documented gender pay gap, but there is a clear disparity between the achievement of sexual climax, with women tending to attain an orgasm far less frequently, especially in heterosexual relationships.

Unfortunately, pay audits and transparency don’t close the gap when it comes to this common gender problem. So, how do men and women work together to practically refine sexual performance?

In an era of sexual experimentation, missionary still remains the go-to coital position. Many couples love this position for the closeness, eye contact, and deeper connection it allows.

What do sex therapists say?

But according to sex therapists, a subtle adjustment can transform it from merely “good” to a far more pleasurable experience.

That adjustment is known as the coital alignment technique (CAT), a variation of missionary where the penetrating partner shifts slightly higher up. By moving up an inch or two, it increases the frequency with which the base of the penis makes contact with the woman’s clitoris during movement.

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Recent research substantiates this claim, with a study published in the Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy, women who previously couldn’t orgasm from standard missionary reported a 56 percent increase in orgasm frequency after learning CAT.

The reason is straightforward: many women require both clitoral and penetrative stimulation to climax, with a simple penis-in-vagina motion not merely enough.

“Roughly two-thirds of women don’t have an orgasm with penetration alone,” Megan Fleming, a psychologist and sex therapist, told HuffPost. “CAT offers direct pressure and rocking and grinding that gives women additional clitoral stimulation.”

How to achieve the desired orgasm

So how exactly do you do it? Sexologist and author Sadie Allison suggests beginning in classic missionary with a pillow placed under the woman’s hips to elevate and support her pelvis.

“After you gently slide inside, shift your body up several inches, positioning yourself so your pelvis is directly on top of hers,” she said. “You should be higher up on her now, with your chest near her shoulders versus face-to-face. With this new alignment, your penis shaft is now providing pleasurable friction against her vulva and clitoris with every stroke.”

Instead of the typical in-and-out thrusting, Allison recommends focusing on steady contact and rhythmic motion.

“While staying snug and pressed against her, grind and gyrate your pelvis in small circles against her vulva,” she said. “Try visualizing her clitoris as you press on it, and resist the temptation to lift off and thrust in and out. Just keep your penis snugly inside her, and find the rhythm she needs.

“You’ll know it’s working when you feel her holding you tighter and pulling you closer with her legs!” she added.

There may also be a benefit for men beyond their partner’s heightened pleasure. According to sex therapist Lori Buckley, slowing things down can help with stamina, aiding those with premature ejaculation issues.

“An extra benefit is that this may also help men last longer since they don’t experience the same heightened arousal that fast, deep thrusting provides,” Buckley said.

A simple shift in positioning, more intention in movement, and greater focus on clitoral stimulation can make a meaningful difference for both partners.

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Social media users have flocked to the comments of an X post to share their top tips on how to improve your sex life with one simple trick.

People’s preferences around sex positions often come down to comfort, intimacy, pleasure, and emotional connection. Some couples prefer classic positions like missionary because it allows eye contact and closeness, while others enjoy positions that offer deeper stimulation, more control, or a sense of excitement and variety.

Preferences can also shift depending on mood, confidence, physical comfort, or relationship dynamics. Open communication tends to play a big role, as partners who talk honestly about what they enjoy are often more comfortable exploring different experiences together while respecting each other’s boundaries and desires.

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Now here's where the viral X post comes in.

A conversation on the topic was sparked by a man posing the question, “What’s a sex position that looks basic but actually makes you orgasm way faster than the popular ones?”

Presumably seeking advice on how to pleasure his partner more successfully, he lucked out as almost 400 people, mainly women, responded with tips and recommendations of simple positions to try.

The most popular answer was easily a simple twist on one of the most basic sex positions, missionary.

One X user spilled their top trick, writing, “Missionary with a pillow under the hips: looks basic AF, but she’s seeing stars in under 5 minutes.”

In agreement, another user chimed in with, “standard missionary used to bore me to tears until I learned how to tilt my hips just right. Now it literally takes less than two mins for my entire body to start shaking. Completely game changing”.

If you’ve never heard of it before, all you have to do is put a pillow under the woman’s pelvis in order to increase pleasure.

Tilting the pelvis increases the pressure put on the woman’s G-spot through penetration as it sits in the wall of the vagina closer to the stomach.

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A TikToker who specialises in sex education, Sassy Red, shared a video which has since been deleted, endorsing the benefits of having sex with a pillow, and it reached over 20 million views and 7,000 comments, with people agreeing it feels so much better.

Explaining why it works in the video, she said, “Putting a pillow underneath simply tilts the pelvis forward, allowing the vaginal canal to straighten, making access to the G-spot easier and allowing the penis/dildo to stimulate the anterior vagina.

“In simple terms, you’re able to hit more of those 8,000 or so nerve endings that live around the vagina.”

However, she did add that the same tricks do not work for everyone. Red said, “If this ‘hack' works for you, then that’s fantastic, but it might not work for everyone, and you shouldn’t force it to work either. What feels good for one person may be totally different for another. Just find what works for you and have a hell of a lot of fun in the process.

“Sex is all about trying different things with a partner who is supportive and open – that’s the best kind of sex! So focus on that, and not what the internet says.”

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There's one sex position that seems to trump them all - and it's just as effective for women as it is for men.

The debate over the best sex position is something that often sparks a heated debate, given that it's something pretty subjective.

Whether you're the type of person who swears by nothing but missionary, or someone who thinks swinging from the chandelier is tame, everybody is different when it comes to getting freaky between the sheets.

Well, it turns out there is one position that comes out on top (no pun intended) for both genders.

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According to research by Superdrug Online Doctor, there's one sex position that helps both partners reach climax more often than any other - doggy style.

In the study, 47% of Brits said it was their favorite position, with 21% of men and 14% of women saying it's the one that gets them to orgasm the quickest due to the combined intensity and physical stimulation.

The angle is also known for being conducive to hitting the G-spot in women, which might explain why it helps with climax, as well as giving easy access for manual stimulation at the same time.

Among the men surveyed, many lauded the position due to the angles and depth making it more pleasurable for them, too.

Other positions which got an honorable mention in the survey was the woman on top, with 46% overall, and missionary came in at third with 45% saying it's their favorite position due to the intimacy of being face to face with your partner.

And while people had strong opinions on their favorite ways to get down, it seems most people aren't getting jiggy quite as often as they'd like.

People aren't getting as much sex as they'd ideally like. Credit: Oleksandr Sharkov / Getty Images

According to the survey, only 22% of women and 26% of men said they were "always" satisfied with the amount of sex they were having - which is on average 105 sexual encounters a year, so approximately twice a week.

According to those surveyed, they'd prefer to get freaky around three times a week on average.

Only one in three Brits reported orgasming every time during sex with their partner, and it'll come as no surprise that men topped the list, being almost twice as likely to orgasm during sex a women.

Of course, all of this is completely subjective and there are no right or wrong answers. As long as your sex life works for you and your partner, that's all that matters - no matter how often or what position other people are doing between the sheets.

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