Sandwich Sex Position Guide

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The Sandwich sex position lands somewhere between the Drill position and the Viennese Oyster. It calls for a bit of strength and flexibility, though it's far less demanding than some of the entries in our list of good sex positions (over 100 more positions to explore with your man in there).

To try the Sandwich, lie on your back and let your man enter you from above, the same setup as Missionary. The difference is what happens with your legs — instead of letting them rest flat on the bed, pull them up toward yourself while keeping them apart. Rather than draping his arms over your shoulders, he'll drop them down and slide one under each of your knees, using them to lift your legs and shift his angle of penetration.

Her Role in the Sandwich Position

Before attempting the Sandwich with your man, check in with your own flexibility first.

Skip this one if your lower back tends to be weak.

Once you're ready to give it a go, your main job is holding your legs up without discomfort. If it does start to hurt, speak up and let him know. This position hands your man most of the control, so your options are limited — but you can still run your hands along his back and shoulders, or kiss him deeply.

His Role in the Sandwich Position

Your man is largely steering this position, which means he needs to stay tuned in to whether you're enjoying it as much as he is. He'll be pinning your legs up toward your chest using his forearms behind your knees — a vulnerable feeling that some people find seriously arousing. If light bondage appeals to you both, he could tie your wrists to the headboard or bind them together in front of you. Your chest is also exposed and ready for clamps if that's your thing — more on nipple play.

On top of that, he'll be thrusting and grinding against you throughout. The position also puts him right where he needs to be to kiss your neck, cheeks, and mouth as he goes.

What to Keep in Mind With the Sandwich Position

The Sandwich doesn't look overly difficult on paper, but plenty of people find it surprisingly tiring. Here's what people who've actually tried it had to say:

• The Sandwich works especially well if you enjoy clitoral stimulation during sex. With your legs raised by his arms, his pubic bone ends up perfectly positioned to stimulate your clit throughout.
• Some report only being able to hold the position for a few minutes before the backs of their legs start protesting.

Related Positions

Viennese Oyster

Push your legs back as far as they'll comfortably go.

Launch Pad

Bend your knees and plant your feet against your man's chest for this one.

Anvil

Your man leans his body against the backs of your legs.

Plenty more on-your-back positions are waiting here.

Sean's Take on the Sandwich Sex Position

The Sandwich isn't one of my personal favorites — it feels a little clunky — but it's still a solid pick to throw into the mix every now and then for variety.

March 12, 2021