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Physical effort: Medium Control

Crimson Mount: woman on top, leaning forward with one leg stretched back

The Crimson Mount is a woman-on-top position with a twist. He lies on his back and lifts his legs, bending them behind her back. She leans over him face to face, resting on one knee with the other leg stretched out behind her and her hands on the bed beside his head. She sets the pace, penetration tends to be shallow, and your faces are close enough to kiss.

Also known as: Cowgirl with one leg extended

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Illustration of Crimson Mount: Woman on top, leaning forward: she rests on one knee with the other leg stretched back and her hands beside his head, while he lies on his back with his legs ra
Anatomy and biomechanics

He lies flat on his back on the bed, head on the mattress, and raises both legs with the knees bent so they rise up behind her back; one hand can rest on her buttocks. She is on top, facing him: one knee is bent on the mattress beside his hip and the other leg is stretched straight back, with the ball of the foot on the bed. Her torso leans forward and her arms are straight, hands planted beside his chest and head. From there she moves her hips forwards and back or in small circles and decides the rhythm. Because she is leaning over him and not sitting upright, penetration is usually shallow. There is eye contact and you can kiss; body contact is partial. Her wrists carry part of her weight, and his raised legs can tire his hips and abdomen if you stay in it for a long time.

Why this position works

Some couples like it because it keeps the control of a woman-on-top position while bringing faces close: you can look at each other and kiss. She decides the pace and the angle by tilting her pelvis, and with her pubis close to his, some women find they can add clitoral friction. His raised legs frame her back and give a feeling of being held. Sensations vary from person to person.

Deep Intimacy Complete Rhythm Control Maximized Clitoral Stimulation Medium Penis-Vagina Configuration

Variations of this position

Variation 1: she lowers onto her forearms

She drops from her hands to her forearms, bringing her chest close to his.

Only her arms change: forearms on the mattress beside his head instead of straight arms. Her chest comes close to his, kissing is easier and her wrists rest. Her movement becomes shorter and penetration stays shallow.

  1. Start in the base position.
  2. She bends her elbows and places her forearms on the bed beside his head, one at a time.
  3. She keeps one knee down and the other leg stretched back.
  4. She moves her hips in short rocking movements.

Variation 2: he lowers his feet onto the bed

He brings his legs down and rests the soles of his feet on the mattress, knees bent, behind her.

Only his legs change: instead of holding them up, he plants his feet on the bed with his knees bent. His hips and abdomen rest, and he can push gently with his feet to meet her movement. She keeps the same position.

  1. Start in the base position.
  2. He lowers his legs one at a time, keeping his knees bent.
  3. He plants the soles of his feet on the mattress behind her.
  4. She keeps the rhythm; he can rock his pelvis gently to meet her.

Variation 3: she rests on both knees

She brings the stretched leg forward and kneels on both knees astride him, still leaning forward.

Only her back leg changes: she bends it and places the knee on the mattress on the other side of his hip. With two knees down she is more stable and her wrists carry less weight; she can rock her hips more freely. His legs stay raised behind her.

  1. Start in the base position.
  2. She bends the stretched leg and brings the knee forward beside his other hip.
  3. She stays leaning forward with her hands beside his head.
  4. She finds a comfortable rhythm, moving her hips forwards and back.

✓ Tips
  • She sets the pace with smooth, controlled movements; if the penis slips out, she should not drop her weight back onto it at an angle, as it can bend.
  • Her wrists carry weight: she can lower onto her forearms if they tire, or switch legs.
  • He can rest his legs on her back or lower them for a while if his hips get tired.
  • Use lube if needed and a condom to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections.
  • Stop or change position if there is pain.
Interaction type
vaginal sex
Active anatomy
Penis
Receptive anatomy
Vagina; clitoris through friction
Main stimulation
Shallow vaginal penetration with her on top, leaning forward; possible clitoral friction
Setups and participants
Couple · 2 people Hetero

Frequently asked questions

How is it different from cowgirl?

She does not sit upright: she leans over him on her hands, with one knee down and the other leg stretched back, and he raises his legs behind her. Penetration is usually shallower and your faces are close.

Who controls the rhythm?

She does, moving her hips forwards and back or in circles. He can guide her gently with a hand on her buttocks.

Is it tiring?

It is moderate: her wrists and supporting knee take weight, and his raised legs can tire. Switching legs or dropping onto the forearms helps.

Can clitoral stimulation be added?

Yes. Leaning forward, she can press her pubis against his; for many women, adding a hand or a small vibrator between your bodies helps.

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