Doggy Style Emerges as UK's Optimal Position for Rapid Climax
New survey data from Superdrug Online Doctor reveals a surprising consensus in British bedrooms: doggy style is the nation's favorite sex position for achieving orgasm quickly. According to the research, nearly half of all Brits (47%) identify it as their preferred go-to position, with 21% of men and 14% of women specifically reporting it leads to their fastest climax.
Why Women Prefer This Position
For women, doggy style offers unparalleled physical stimulation that targets multiple pleasure centers simultaneously. "It gives me the most intense G-spot stimulation of any position," shared one woman on Reddit, echoing a common theme among female respondents.
The anatomical advantages are significant. Sex expert Gigi Engle explains that the G-spot represents "the structural intersection of the vagina, the urethral sponge, and the clitoris," located by hooking fingers behind the pubic bone to find a walnut-textured area. In doggy style, the penis naturally rubs against this region, creating powerful stimulation.
Beyond G-spot contact, women appreciate the position's versatility. "My clit is available for stimulation, I love my hips grabbed in doggy... I also love the feel of the balls slapping my pussy and hair pulling is optimal," one participant detailed. Another added: "He hits all my good spots... he can pull my hair or grab my hips or lean down and kiss my shoulders/back, whisper nasty things in my ear, grab handfuls of my ass, reach around and play with my clit."
The angle of penetration proves particularly effective. "The angle of penetration is just right," noted one woman. "It's deep but not too deep. I feel exposed. I love when my tits jiggle from his thrusting, and it's a hot sensation."
Male Perspectives on Dominance and Visual Stimulation
While men also appreciate the physical mechanics—"It's easy to achieve balls-deep penetration in that position"—their enthusiasm often centers on psychological and visual elements. Many male respondents described feelings of control and dominance as key factors.
"Men like doggy because we are in control of the pace, how deep we are going, how hard," explained one participant. Another elaborated: "Someone bent over like that and me fucking them is not me having sex with them, it's me fucking them while they take it. It's raw, dominating and hot."
The visual component significantly enhances male pleasure. "Seeing myself going in and out of you is probably the biggest plus for me," admitted one man. Another recalled: "I loved doggy style in front of the mirror, we called it 'the finisher'... just seeing her beautiful ass bounce up and down on me really made me cum so quickly."
The Hidden Risks of This Popular Position
Despite its popularity, doggy style carries notable injury risks. A Lovehoney study found it to be the position most associated with sex-related injuries among Brits, with more than half of participants reporting incidents.
Common injuries include:
- Wrist strains from improper weight distribution
- Carpet burns and friction injuries
- Muscle strains from awkward positioning
Annabelle Knight, Lovehoney's psychosexual therapist, recommends preventive measures: "The giver needs to be careful where they're placing their weight to avoid straining the receiver's wrists. Maintaining an upright posture instead of resting down on the receiver will relieve that pressure."
For receivers, she suggests "resting on their forearms instead of their hands" to reduce wrist strain. To prevent friction burns, experts recommend using soft surfaces like beds with blankets rather than hard floors.
The Broader Context of Sexual Preferences
This research highlights how sexual preferences often diverge between genders while occasionally converging on specific positions. Previous studies have identified other positions that generate mixed reactions:
- Positions both genders consider among the worst
- Positions men dislike but women find empowering
- Positions women dislike but men find highly arousing
- The most commonly requested positions by men
Despite these variations, doggy style emerges as a rare point of agreement, offering both physical stimulation and psychological satisfaction to a majority of British adults. The position's combination of deep penetration, clitoral access, G-spot contact, and psychological elements creates what many describe as the ultimate combination for rapid orgasm.
As sexual health awareness continues to grow in the UK, such research provides valuable insights into common preferences and practices, while reminding participants to prioritize safety alongside pleasure.
