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Physical effort: Medium Control

Look to the Sky: on a table, her squatting and leaning back

Look to the Sky is a position on a table with vaginal penetration. He lies on his back along a sturdy table, knees bent and feet on the seat of a chair placed at the end. She squats astride his pelvis, facing his head, with her feet on the tabletop, then leans far back and grips the chair backrest behind her, her head tilted up towards the ceiling, which gives the position its name. She sets the pace, and penetration is deep.

Also known as: Look to the sky · Table cowgirl · Squatting cowgirl leaning back

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Anatomy and biomechanics

He lies on his back lengthwise on the table, head at the far end, knees bent and both feet resting on the seat of a chair at the near end. She squats astride his pelvis, facing his head, with her feet flat on the tabletop either side of his hips and her knees bent and open. She leans her torso far back and reaches behind her to grip the top of the chair backrest; her arms hold much of her weight while her head tilts back to look at the ceiling. His hands rest on her thigh and hip. She controls the rhythm and depth by rising and lowering in the squat; penetration is deep. There is no eye contact or kissing, and body contact is partial. Her knees work hard in the squat, and part of her weight falls on his pelvis.

Why this position works

Some couples like it for the change of setting and because she has full control of the movement. Leaning back changes the angle of penetration, and some women find it presses on the front wall of the vagina, though this varies from person to person. With her body open, either of them can easily reach her clitoris. He has a striking view and can relax on his back.

Variations of this position

Variation 1: her knees on the table

Instead of squatting, she kneels astride him on the tabletop and still leans back towards the chair.

Kneeling takes the load off her thighs and knee joints in the squat and makes her much more stable. Her movements become shorter rocking motions rather than up-and-down lifts, which is also gentler on the penis. A towel under her knees helps on a hard table.

  1. He lies on the table with his feet on the chair, as in the base position.
  2. She places a folded towel on the table and kneels astride his pelvis, facing his head.
  3. She leans back and grips the chair backrest, or rests her hands on his knees.
  4. She rocks her pelvis back and forth at her own pace.

Variation 2: her hands on his knees instead of the chair

He rests his feet on the edge of the table instead of the chair, and she leans back holding onto his raised knees.

Without the chair, his bent knees become her support behind her, so the position works on any long, sturdy table. Her lean is a little less pronounced and her arms work less. He needs to keep his knees steady so she does not lose her grip.

  1. He lies on the table with his knees bent and his feet flat at the near end.
  2. She squats astride his pelvis, facing his head.
  3. She reaches back and holds his knees with both hands.
  4. He keeps his legs still while she moves up and down.

Variation 3: she leans forward onto his chest

She lets go of the chair, comes forward and rests her hands on his chest, still squatting on the table.

Leaning forward relieves her arms and back and lets them see each other and kiss. The angle of penetration changes and her clitoris can rub against his pubic area. It is a natural resting point to alternate with the reclined version.

  1. From the base position, she lets go of the backrest.
  2. He helps her come forward with his hands on her hips.
  3. She places her hands on his chest, keeping her feet on the table.
  4. She moves with short movements, then leans back again when she wants.

✓ Tips

  • Check that the table bears both your weights without wobbling and that the chair cannot slide away: put it against a wall or on a rug.
  • She should test her grip on the backrest before leaning back, and not hang her full weight from it.
  • The squat is hard on the knees: she can rest by sitting down on his pelvis or switching to kneeling on the table.
  • With her on top, avoid lifting so high that the penis slips out and then dropping onto it: it can bend.
  • His hands on her hips help her keep her balance; either can add clitoral stimulation with a free hand.
  • Use lubricant if needed and a condom to protect against STIs and pregnancy; stop if anything hurts.

Key facts

Interaction type
Vaginal sex on a table, her on top squatting
Active anatomy
Penis
Receptive anatomy
Vagina, vulva and clitoris
Main stimulation
Deep vaginal penetration, with her squatting astride and leaning back
Setups and participants
Couple · 2 people Hetero

Frequently asked questions

Is this position suitable for beginners?

With care. It needs a sturdy table and chair, strong knees for the squat and some balance from her. It is easier to try first on a bed, then move to the table.

Who controls the rhythm?

She does, by rising and lowering in the squat. He can help with his hands on her hips.

Is it safe for the penis?

With the receiving partner on top and moving a lot, an awkward landing can bend the erect penis. Keep the movements controlled and do not lift off completely.

Can we see each other's faces?

Not really: she leans back looking at the ceiling. If you want eye contact, she can sit up or lean forward onto his chest.

Safety and evidence 2 topics · 3 clinical and academic references

Scientific context for common terms used on this page. Keeping these terms makes the content easier to understand; the sources clarify what is established and what remains uncertain.

G-spot: what the evidence says

“G-spot” is a widely used term for a sensitive area of the anterior vaginal wall. Scientific literature has not established a discrete anatomical structure with an agreed location, size and nature; sensitivity and response can vary between individuals.

Sources
O'Connell HE, Sanjeevan KV, Hutson JM. Anatomy of the clitoris. The Journal of Urology. 2005. PubMed ↗
Vieira-Baptista P, et al. G-spot: Fact or Fiction? A Systematic Review. Sexual Medicine. 2021. PubMed ↗

A-spot / AFE zone: limited evidence

The “A-spot” or AFE zone has been proposed to describe a deeper area of the anterior vaginal wall. Available evidence is limited and does not support presenting it as a confirmed anatomical structure.

Sources
Chua Chee Ann. A proposal for a radical new sex therapy technique… the AFE Zone Stimulation Technique. Sexual and Marital Therapy. 1997. Original article ↗

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