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Crouching Tiger: the squatting cowgirl position, step by step

Crouching Tiger is a squatting version of the cowgirl position. The penetrating partner lies on his back on the bed, and the receiving partner squats astride his pelvis on the soles of her feet, facing him, with her hands resting on his chest. She controls the rhythm and depth by rising and lowering with her legs, and the penetration can be deep. You can look at each other and kiss when she leans forward, but it asks for strong thighs and some balance.

Also known as: Squatting cowgirl · Squat cowgirl

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Illustration of Crouching Tiger: Squatting cowgirl: he lies on his back and she squats astride his pelvis on the soles of her feet, facing him with her hands on his chest, and sets the pace by
Anatomy and biomechanics

He lies flat on his back with his legs extended and his knees slightly bent, arms relaxed at his sides. She straddles his pelvis facing his head and, instead of kneeling, squats with the soles of her feet flat on the bed on either side of his torso, knees deeply bent and raised. Her torso stays upright and leans slightly forward, with both hands resting on his chest to steady herself. She moves by pushing up and sinking down with her legs, so her thighs and knees do most of the work. Because her weight drops straight down onto his pelvis, the penetration can be deep, and she decides how far and how fast.

Why this position works

Many people like it because the person on top has full control: she chooses the depth, the speed and whether to bounce or grind. The squat lets the penetration go deep, which some people find intense and others prefer to keep shallow. You can see each other's faces, and she can lean down for a kiss. He has his hands free to hold her hips or caress her, including the clitoris. Sensations vary from person to person.

Deep Intimacy Complete Rhythm Control Medium Penis-Vagina Configuration

Variations of this position

Variation 1: leaning forward onto his chest

She stays squatting but lowers her chest towards his, with her hands on the bed beside his shoulders, so you can kiss.

Her feet stay flat on the bed in the squat, but she tilts her torso forward until her chest is close to his and moves her hands from his chest to the mattress beside his shoulders. Part of her weight passes to her arms, which rests her thighs, and the movement becomes shorter and more of a slide. The penetration is usually less deep, her clitoris can rub against his pubic bone, and your faces are close enough to kiss.

  1. Start in the base position: he lies on his back, she squats astride his pelvis facing him.
  2. She leans her torso forward and places her hands on the bed beside his shoulders.
  3. She keeps her feet flat on the bed and her knees bent.
  4. She moves with short strokes or a back-and-forth slide while you kiss.

Variation 2: leaning back on her hands

She stays squatting but leans her torso back and rests her hands on the bed behind her or on his thighs, which changes the angle of penetration.

Instead of resting her hands on his chest, she leans her torso back and places them on the bed behind her or on his thighs. Her feet stay flat in the squat. Leaning back changes the angle of the penis inside the vagina towards the front wall, which some people enjoy, and leaves her front open so he can caress her or stimulate the clitoris. The movement is shorter and needs a little more balance, so it is best done slowly.

  1. From the base position, she moves her hands from his chest to the bed behind her or to his thighs.
  2. She leans her torso back slowly, keeping her feet flat and her knees bent.
  3. She moves with short, controlled strokes or small circles.
  4. He can stimulate her clitoris with his hand, and she returns to upright if she loses balance.

Variation 3: grinding in circles

Same squat, but instead of rising and lowering she stays down and moves her hips in slow circles.

The position is the same, but she stops pushing up with her legs: she stays low, with the penis inside, and draws circles or figure-eights with her hips. The penetration stays deep and constant, the thighs rest from the up-and-down work, and her pubic area presses and rubs against his, which some people find stimulating for the clitoris. It is a good way to rest between rounds of bouncing.

  1. From the base position, she sinks down until she is sitting low over his pelvis, keeping her feet flat.
  2. With her hands on his chest, she moves her hips in slow circles or figure-eights.
  3. She adjusts the pressure of her pubic area against his to her liking.
  4. She can return to rising and lowering whenever she wants.

Variation 4: he guides her hips

He holds her hips or buttocks and helps her rise and lower, sharing the effort of the squat.

She keeps the same squat with her hands on his chest, but he places his hands under her buttocks or on her hips and helps lift her and set her down. Part of the effort moves from her thighs to his arms, so she can keep going longer, and he can join in setting the pace. You need to agree on the rhythm, because if he pulls her down too hard the penetration can become too deep.

  1. Get into the base position: he on his back, she squatting astride him facing him.
  2. He places his hands on her hips or under her buttocks.
  3. He helps her rise and lower while she keeps her feet flat and her hands on his chest.
  4. Agree on the pace together and slow down if the depth becomes uncomfortable.

Variation 5: holding hands for balance

Instead of resting on his chest, she interlaces her fingers with his and uses his arms as a counterweight.

He raises his forearms with his elbows on the bed and she interlaces her fingers with his. Instead of pressing down on his chest, she can lean slightly back against his grip, which keeps her torso more upright and helps her balance in the squat. Her chest is not pressing on him, and you keep eye contact throughout. Both partners' hands are busy, so there is no manual stimulation in this version.

  1. From the base position, he lifts his forearms, keeping his elbows on the bed.
  2. She interlaces her fingers with his.
  3. She leans slightly back against his grip to keep her balance.
  4. She rises and lowers with her legs while you look at each other.

✓ Tips
  • Use plenty of lubricant and a condom if you need protection against STIs or pregnancy.
  • Don't rise so high that the penis slips out: dropping back down onto it at an angle can bend it painfully. Keep the movements controlled.
  • The squat tires the thighs and knees quickly: alternate with small circles, lean forward on your hands or switch to kneeling to rest.
  • Keep the deep strokes slow at first and stop if you feel pain deep inside.
  • He can hold her hips or buttocks to help her rise and lower and to share the effort.
Interaction type
Vaginal penetration, receiving partner squatting on top
Active anatomy
Penis
Receptive anatomy
Vagina
Main stimulation
Deep vaginal penetration controlled by the person squatting on top
Setups and participants
Couple · 2 people Hetero

Frequently asked questions

Is it hard on the legs?

It can be. Squatting works the thighs and knees, so most people combine it with rest breaks: leaning forward on the hands, grinding in small circles or dropping onto the knees for a while.

How is it different from the classic cowgirl?

In the classic cowgirl she kneels astride him; here she squats on the soles of her feet. The squat gives her more room to move up and down and usually allows deeper penetration.

Is it safe for the penis?

Yes, if the movement stays controlled. The risk comes when the penis slips out and she drops back down on it at an angle; keeping the strokes shorter avoids it.

Is it suitable for beginners?

It is easy to understand but needs some leg strength and balance. Starting slowly, with her hands on his chest and his hands on her hips, makes it easier.

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