What Are the Best Sex Positions to Maximize Pleasure

It is a truth, universally hammered into the brains of men across the world, that their penis size matters. Locker room chats, bro-tastic comedies, not to mention the porn industry, all enforce the idea that bigger equals better. 

But is this really true?

Turns out, the high majority of women are completely satisfied with their partner’s penis size. Moreover, a recent survey of over 64,000 women from 180 countries found that when looking for a long-term partner, the attractiveness of a man’s eyes and smile were more important than genitals. And kindness was the most important trait of all.

But knowing that your partner probably cares less about penis size than you think doesn’t help if you feel self-conscious when getting to third base. Whether or not you truly have a statistically “small” penis, confidence in handling the equipment you do have is the thing that’s going to make the biggest difference in bed. 

Ultimately, it comes down to this: having a small dick is not the end of the world. It just means you may have to get creative, and be willing to try new things.

Below, we’ll get you up to speed on the best positions to keep your partner satisfied — no matter what you’re packing.

Is your penis considered “small”?

Before we get into the nitty-gritty, it’s important to understand what “small” really means. Overexposure to porn can significantly skew a man’s perception of average length and girth, so let’s settle the matter once and for all.

The world’s most comprehensive penis size study was completed in 2015, and compiled the data of twenty previous penile length studies undertaken across the globe. Measured by doctors, the average penis length of a sample size of about 15,500 men turned out to be 3.61 inches flaccid, and 5.16 inches erect. The average girth came out to 4.59 inches.

So if you’re working with a penis under 5.16 inches, you are technically handing a smaller than average dick.

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How is sex different with a small penis?

Having a smaller penis may lead to concerns about penetrative sex with a partner not being “filling” enough. Or you may worry that you’ll have a difficult time making your partner orgasm.

But even those who are working with a clinically designated “micropenis,” can have fulfilling sex lives.  

As I’ve said before, better sex equals better sex. Communication, trust, affection, and a sense of humor are all far more fundamental to successful and fulfilling sexual encounters than the size of the equipment you’re hauling around. Be attentive to your partner’s pleasure, and get a good sense of what really turns them on during foreplay and intercourse. 

The fact is, penetrative, penis-centric sex is hardly the only option on the table. Hands and mouths are amazing. Use them.

What are the best sex positions for men with a small penis?

Okay, so you want to make the most of what you’ve got. Heavy petting, fingering, and oral are great, but you came here for sex positions. Let’s dive in.

Vaginal Sex

Missionary Position

Does this one surprise you? It shouldn’t. When finding good sex positions for a small penis, this traditionally “vanilla” position has stayed in favor for aeons for a very good reason. 

Missionary, where partners lie facing each other with the man on top, is an extremely stimulating position for women, and the most likely to make them orgasm, according to Dr. Shahzadi Harper of the Harper Clinic. This is because they’re not only feeling the penetration of the penis, but the pubic bone is rubbing against the clitoris for external stimulation of the woman’s most sensitive erogenous zone. 

One Leg Up

This fun variation involves the woman lying on her back and draping one leg up and over the man’s shoulder as he thrusts in, straddling the leg still on the bed.

It’s a great sex position for men with a small penis, because in this position, a less-well-endowed man can often thrust deeper than in traditional missionary. While it’s not as stimulating to the clit, it still provides full access for a little supplementary finger action by either party.

Doggy style

A favorite for men who like the view from behind, doggy style can also be great for men with a shorter penis.

In doggy style, the woman will get on all fours while the man enters from behind. The woman can try spreading her legs wider than usual to get some of that natural padding out of the way, allowing for even deeper thrusts.

Doggy style is actually quite an intense position for a lot of women. Having a shorter penis can be an advantage when trying deeper positions like this, as you’re able to thrust away without concerns that you’ll be hurting her. 

Cowgirl (and modifications)

In this position, the man lies on his back while the woman straddles him. This position is fantastic to switch up power dynamics, and allows for the partner on top to control penetration and grinding. It also leaves the clit free for fingering by either partner.

Cowgirl has tons of fun variations including Reverse Cowgirl, where the partner on top will face the feet instead of the head, or Sitting Cowgirl, where the partner on the bottom is seated on a chair, and the partner on top sits facing them. (Great for making out as well!)

Anal Sex

No matter your orientation, anal feels amazing. While the gay community has it’s own stereotypes about penis size and whether one typically “tops” or “bottoms,” there’s no shame in being a smaller-than-average guy who wants to pitch. Ignore the nonsense about “size queens,” and find a partner who appreciates you for what you bring to the bedroom.  If you wonder when your penis will stop growing, check this out.

And gay or straight: a man with an average or below-average size penis is much more likely to get anal action with a partner who is new to that department. Use lots of lube, prep well, and try one of the following positions:

Missionary Anal

Yep, this classic also works with the back door. Use a pillow to raise the bottom partner’s hips, and have them pull their knees to their shoulders for the best access. You can also play with legs-over-shoulders, or for a particularly flexible partner, the plow position.

Doggy Style

It’s a classic anal position for a reason, and a great position for a man with a small penis. It’s also a great way for beginners to tackle anal, as it gives good access for (well-lubed!) fingering before insertion.

As with vaginal doggy style, spreading the legs can be a great way to get even deeper.

Plank

In this position, the partner being penetrated lies down on their stomach with their legs extended flat on the bed, and the penetrating partner enters them from behind. 

This is a fun position for a man with a smaller penis, as the tighter position of the ass creates a nice squeezed space to thrust into.

Note: With all of these positions, vaginal and anal, remember that playing with the angle of the pelvis can significantly impact whether or not you’re hitting the right spots. So try different angles, pillows, wedges, etc. and keep communicating about what feels good!