Recently, searches for “yoga class” have skyrocketed by +84%, as everyone’s keen to improve their mind-body connection and get a little fitter. But here’s the secret you probably didn’t know, yoga isn’t just about strength and flexibility – it’s also a game-changer for your sex life.
Yoga teacher and award-winning sex and relationship expert Gemma Nice, teamed up with OhMy!Gasm to share the 12 yoga poses you absolutely need to include in your daily routine. These poses will not only improve your flexibility and endurance, but they’ll also help you enjoy a much more pleasurable and connected sex life. Ready to get more bendy – in and out of the bedroom?
How does yoga help improve your sex life?
Let’s face it, modern life is stressful and when you’re stressed, your cortisol levels rise, your libido falls, and your connection with your partner can start to suffer. But fear not – yoga’s got your back (literally)!
Gemma explains, “Yoga activates the parasympathetic nervous system, which helps calm you down and get your body in ‘rest and digest’ mode. Poses like Child’s Pose help lower your stress levels by positioning your head below your heart, making it easier to relax and switch off.”
Plus, yoga is amazing for pelvic flexibility and strengthening those all-important pelvic floor muscles – meaning stronger orgasms and better circulation to your intimate areas. Oh, and we can’t forget about the magic of breathwork: it’s perfect for staying present in the moment, building endurance, and helping with things like erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation. Sounds pretty good, right?
Now let’s get into the fun part: the 12 yoga poses that will seriously level-up your sex life.
Best yoga poses for a better sex life
Incorporating these poses into your daily routine will help with flexibility, stamina, and all-around pleasure during intimate moments. Bonus: You’ll feel way more confident in the bedroom.
1. Cat-Cow Pose
How to Do It: Start on all fours, wrists under shoulders, knees under hips. Inhale, arch your back and look up (Cow Pose). Exhale, round your spine and tuck your chin (Cat Pose). Repeat.
How It Improves Sex: This pose gets your spine nice and mobile, so you’ll move with more freedom and endurance during those intimate moments.
2. Bridge Pose
How to Do It: Lie on your back, knees bent and feet flat. Press through your heels and lift your hips, engaging your glutes. Hold and take a few deep breaths.
How It Improves Sex: It strengthens the pelvic floor, helps with ‘G’ spot magic, and lets you control those orgasmic moments like a pro.
3. Happy Baby Pose
How to Do It: Lie on your back, bend your knees, and grab the outsides of your feet. Gently pull your knees toward your armpits while keeping your back on the floor.
How It Improves Sex: This pose works wonders for your lower back and glutes, and it can come in handy for deep penetration during missionary. Get comfy!
4. Pigeon Pose
How to Do It: Start in downward dog, bring one knee forward, and place it behind your hands. Extend the other leg straight back and keep your hips square as you lean forward.
How It Improves Sex: It opens up the hips for maximum flexibility – perfect for those deeper, more sensual positions.
5. Child’s Pose
How to Do It: Kneel, bring your big toes together, and sit back on your heels. Extend your arms forward and rest your forehead on the mat.
How It Improves Sex: It’s the perfect pose to reduce stress and relax – a must for anyone into anal play or simply needing to switch off and be present.
6. Wide-Legged Standing Forward Fold
How to Do It: Stand with legs wide apart, hinge at the hips, and fold forward. Grab your ankles or place your hands on the floor.
How It Improves Sex: Ideal for receiving oral, anal, or pegging – this pose opens up the hips and increases flexibility for all the right reasons.
7. Butterfly Pose
How to Do It: Sit on the floor, bring your soles together, and let your knees fall out wide. Keep your back straight and gently press your knees towards the ground.
How It Improves Sex: It enhances hip flexibility, making oral sex feel like a walk in the park. Less strain, more pleasure!
8. Standing Forward Fold
How to Do It: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, then fold forward, letting your arms dangle or grab the back of your legs.
How It Improves Sex: A brilliant position for BDSM play, especially if you’re into a bit of spanking – this pose really lets you lean in.
9. Upward Facing Dog
How to Do It: Lie on your stomach, place your hands under your shoulders, and press up, lifting your chest while keeping your legs on the ground.
How It Improves Sex: This pose helps you get into position for receiving penetration or oral sex from behind, opening up your body and allowing more movement.
10. Downward Facing Dog
How to Do It: Start on all fours, tuck your toes, lift your hips, and straighten your legs to form an inverted V shape.
How It Improves Sex: This one’s a classic. It helps with deeper penetration and overall flexibility, so you’ll feel more in control during every move.
11. Puppy Pose
How to Do It: Begin on all fours, extend your arms forward, and lower your chest toward the ground, keeping your hips high.
How It Improves Sex: A great stretch for your back, this pose also opens up your body for some manual stimulation during intimate play.
12. Corpse Pose (Savasana)
How to Do It: Lie flat on your back with arms by your sides, legs either closed or slightly apart. Focus on deep, slow breathing.
How It Improves Sex: It might seem like just a relaxation pose, but it’s the perfect way to unwind after a hot session and connect with your partner on a deeper level.
Why yoga is a secret weapon for your sex life
Gemma emphasises, “Yoga’s ability to reduce stress, improve circulation, and strengthen the body makes it a game-changer for anyone looking to boost their sex life. Whether you're after better endurance, stronger connections, or more intense orgasms, yoga will take you and your partner to new heights of pleasure.”
Ready to put your yoga mat to good use? Incorporate these poses into your routine, and get ready for some seriously spicy sessions in the bedroom. Not only will you feel more flexible and relaxed, but you’ll also be setting the stage for a sex life that’s hot, exciting, and oh-so-satisfying.
About Gemma Nice
Gemma Nice is a multi-award-winning sex and relationship coach. For more tips and expert guidance, visit her website.
