What Is the Sphinx Sex Position?
Defining the Position
Let me tell you something I wish someone had told me a decade ago: not every position is built for every body. And that’s where the sphinx sex position comes in – it’s a total game-changer, especially if you’ve ever felt like traditional positions just weren’t hitting right.
The sphinx sex position involves one partner lying on their stomach, propped up slightly on their forearms (like the mythological Sphinx – I’ll explain that in a sec), while the other partner enters from behind. The receiving partner’s hips are slightly elevated, creating a perfect angle for pleasure without demanding joint-twisting flexibility.
Why It’s Called the Sphinx
You know that statue in Egypt, the one with the lion body and the proud, poised posture? That’s the inspiration. In this position, your upper body is lifted on your forearms, with your legs extended, mimicking that elegant and powerful stance. You feel supported, grounded, and totally in control of the rhythm and depth from this angle.
Benefits of the Sphinx Sex Position
Enhanced Clitoral and G-Spot Stimulation
Here’s the real tea: the sphinx position is sensational for internal and external stimulation. When your hips are tilted just right, it increases access to the G-spot while also allowing friction against the clitoris – with hands, toys, or even the partner’s pelvis.
It also lets the penetrating partner thrust at a shallower angle, which can hit those nerve-rich zones without overwhelming you (especially if deeper penetration isn’t your jam).
Ideal for Intimacy and Connection
Despite the rear entry, the sphinx isn’t just about wild pounding (unless that’s what you’re into). It invites physical closeness – think kisses on the back, whispered words, slow grinding. It’s safe, sensual, and honestly… kind of romantic.
Comfort for Different Body Types
As a plus-size woman, I cannot overstate how life-giving it is to find positions that don’t collapse under the myth that comfort equals boring. In the sphinx, your body is supported. Your belly is relaxed. Your chest isn’t squashed. Your partner has stable positioning too. This isn’t just accessible – it’s luxurious.
How to Perform the Sphinx Position
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Start by lying on your stomach on a bed or soft, supportive surface.
- Prop yourself up slightly on your forearms or flat hands – whatever feels stronger to you.
- Keep your thighs together or slightly open (you decide), and raise your hips just a touch using a pillow underneath your pelvis if needed.
- Your partner enters from behind, also on their knees or with one leg adjusted for balance.
- Adjust the thrusting angle slowly – shallow to start, then deeper if that’s wanted and comfortable.
Tips for Comfort and Longevity
- Use supportive pillows under your hips and chest to reduce pressure on your shoulders and arms.
- Alternate between resting on forearms and lying completely flat to switch intensity and rest your upper body.
- Lube is your best friend – always. Even with natural lubrication, external silicone-based or water-based lube can amplify everything incrediably.
Position Variations to Explore
Adding Pillows for Support
This is one of my favorite hacks. Slide a soft pillow (or a firm wedge, if you’re fancy) beneath your hips. It takes off the pressure from your arms and gives you the most delicious pelvic tilt. Your back thanks you, and you’ll feel more open and receptive – in the best way.
Switching Angles and Depths
Here’s where you really get to customize the experience. Your partner can lean forward for deeper, more connected thrusting or stay upright for better rhythm control. You can open your legs for a different stretch, or keep them together for tighter friction. Explore – there’s no wrong angle, only what feels good to you.
Best for Certain Body Types and Needs
Why It Works Well for Plus-Size or Curvier Bodies
If you’ve ever struggled in cowgirl or missionary because of belly placement or hip discomfort, the sphinx might become your new BFF. You don’t have to bear your full weight, your tummy feels unbothered, and your boobs? Beautifully displayed.
This position doesn’t ask your joints to bend where they don’t want to. It honors where your body is right now. That matters.
Ideal for Back Pain or Limited Mobility
I’ve worked with clients who deal with chronic back pain, arthritis, or limited flexibility. The sphinx lets them explore penetration without putting stress on their lower back or hips. Especially when you use firm pillows or bolsters, it becomes one of the most accessible penetrative positions available.
Common Challenges & How to Solve Them
Maintaining Balance and Comfort
One of the most common complaints I hear is wrist or shoulder aches after a few minutes. Solution? Don’t be afraid to lie completely flat between rounds. Or swap in supportive gear like elbow cushions or yoga bolsters.
Your partner should stabilize themselves too – standing next to the bed or positioning one knee up near your hip can help them stay steady without collapsing onto your back.
Managing Penetration Depth
Sometimes the angle can lead to deeper penetration than expected. If that’s uncomfortable, simply raise your chest a little higher or use a thicker pillow under your hips to reduce the curve of your back and shift where your partner makes contact.
And of course, this is where real-time communication is key. You’re in control – always.
Enhancing the Experience
Using Toys or Lubricants
Toys can supercharge the sphinx. A curved G-spot vibrator used between rounds? Yes, please. A partner-held wand or suction toy while you’re in position? Fireworks.
And I’m not just throwing lube in as a footnote. It genuinely transforms how your body receives sensation. I recommend a thicker, long-lasting one like Sliquid Organics or Uberlube to keep things friction-free and feel-good.
Setting the Mood with Lighting and Music
Don’t underestimate atmosphere. I am a sucker for low lighting – fairy lights, candles (on a safe side table), or a warm lamp. Add some smooth R&B or whatever slow jam gets you in the zone. Setting the vibe makes you feel cherished and hot before anything even starts.
Safety and Consent
Communication Before and During
Let me say this loud for the people in the back: even the hottest position in the world means nothing without enthusiastic consent and open dialogue. Before trying the sphinx, talk about boundaries, flexibility, and needs with your partner. During? Keep checking in. A simple “harder or softer?” or “you good?” goes such a long way.
Body Awareness and Stopping if Uncomfortable
Never force your body through discomfort just to “power through” a position. That’s not sexy – that’s self-erasure. If your arms start aching or something feels off, pause. Adjust. Laugh. Switch. There’s no gold medal at stake – just your pleasure.
Final Thoughts
The sphinx sex position blends functionality with fierce pleasure – and it’s for everybody. Whether you’re curvy, flexible, tight-hipped, healing from injury, or just eager to try something new, this position adapts beautifully to your body’s gorgeous reality.
If you’ve ever felt like penetrative sex wasn’t designed with you in mind, try this. Claim it. Customize it. Make it yours.
Now tell me: have you tried the sphinx before? Did you love it, tweak it, or turn it into something even better?
Let’s get real about sex that feels amazing in the body you have – not the one we’ve been told we should chase.
