I’m a huge advocate of yoga. It’s a gloriously multi-faceted form of exercise that allows you tone up, slim down, chill out and rev up, all at the same time. It’s no secret that the more you take care of yourself, both physically and mentally, the more tuned your body will be for sex. Better health equals better sex. Want to add some spice to your internet dating profile? Keep reading for my Yoga for Better Sex tips.
Yoga in particular is well suited to making you a primed sexual animal because of its focus on learning to pay attention to your body. Learning how to completely feel whatever your body is feeling means you are more apt to feeling the good and sexy things with greater intensity.
Obviously, there’s a lot to know and learn about yoga that extends well beyond this specific area of focus and I would strongly recommend seeking out information about how to construct a complete, well-balanced yoga routine. You want to get everything out of it you can. But once you do get (or if you always have gotten) your yoga zen cookin’, spice it up with these poses. You’ll feel their positive effects in the bedroom. While inner peace is great and everything, we all know the most enjoyable wait to attain supreme enlightenment is through a sublime, transcendent romp in the sack.
Put your legs in the air…by yourself
Putting your ankles over your head seems perfectly reasonable during a session in the sheets with a partner but doing it on your own time will work in your favor as well. Start lying on the floor, flat on your back. Rotate your body so that your butt is resting against the wall. Swing your legs up so that they’re resting flat on the wall.
With your body at this 90 degree angle, rest your arms loose at your sides and focus on breathing deeply and slowly for 5 to 10 minutes. It’s a quick and easy thing to do each day. In addition to being a great way to fight anxiety and stress, this little move will get your blood flowing in new ways that will heighten feeling and energy like you won’t believe.
A strong pelvis is a happy pelvis
Lying flat on your back, raise your knees up, spread shoulder width apart. Reach down and grab your ankles, while lifting your pelvis off the ground. As with any pose, don’t push yourself too hard. Do what feels comfortable. The goal with the position should be to have your thighs parallel to the floor, with your head and neck on the ground, your back arched to where you pelvis is the highest point on your body.
This pose not only fabulously stretches your neck, arms, back legs and abs, it also tightens and strengthens your bum (so you’ll look great) and your pelvic muscles (which is the key to great orgasms).
Get that tummy workin’
No matter which way you’re twisting and turning mid-coitus, having strong muscles in your midsection will serve you well. It’s the subtle little movements (executed by a tight tummy) that could mean the difference between a run-of-the-mill romp and a mind-blowing good time. Gravitating toward poses that firm up your stomach is a great idea. Bow pose is a favorite of mine, since it strengthens while elongating, instead of bunching muscles up, such as with crunches.
To start, lie on your stomach with your arms at your side, legs hip-width apart. As you exhale, bend your knees so your feet go as close to your bum as possible. From there, reach back, grab your ankles and slowly bring your thighs off the floor, pulling your feet towards your head. Your back will curve naturally. Stretching as far as you can, keep your head back and your torso on the floor. The key here is to keep breathing; when you have that much pressure on your chest and tummy, it makes your muscles work pretty damn hard to keep yourself afloat as you take breaths. Hold like this for about 30 seconds at a time.
The possibilities are endless and fun
These poses are just a few of hundreds but they do cover some of my favorite sexually focused hot spots. As you cruise through the options and piece together your favorite yoga routine, make sure to throw in as many poses as possible that strengthen your stomach and pelvic muscles, focus on deep breathing and increased blood flow. With practice and a little (super fun) practice, you’ll see the benefits in your overall well-being and in the bedroom.