Anatomy and biomechanics
Self-stimulation in dorsal decubitus: lying down eliminates postural tension and frees both hands for stimulating external and internal genital organs. A lumbar support or cushion under the knees improves comfort. This is the ergonomic foundation of self-knowledge, adaptable to any body, age, or condition.
Why this position works
It's the space of total freedom: without gazes, without foreign rhythms, only one's own body and the time needed. Lying down, all tension is eliminated and hands are free to explore. It's the best school of pleasure: what you discover here is what you can then ask for and share.
Lying Down Self-Exploration: sexual position with self-discovery
Self-knowledge is the foundation of all pleasure. Lying down, relaxed, and alone, this is the best starting point to explore your own body calmly, discover what pleases you, and learn to communicate it.
Also known as: self-exploration · longitudinal masturbation · self-erotism · touch oneself · alone
Variations of this position
1. Elevated legs: another angle
Person lying down with legs elevated or open, self-exploring.
Raising or opening the legs changes the access and sensations.
- Lie down and elevate or open your legs.
- Explore the new angle of access.
- Adjust to your comfort.
2. Sur le ventre : pression différente
Personne sur le ventre en auto-exploration, pression différente.
Sur le ventre, avec la mains en dessous, la pression et l'angle changent.
- Allonge-toi sur le ventre.
- Place la main ou le stimulation externe en dessous.
- Découvre la pression différente.
✓ Tips
- A cushion under the knees or lumbar area greatly improves comfort.
- Without haste or goal: explore sensations, don't just seek the end.
- Try different rhythms, pressures, and areas to get to know yourself better.
- A little lubricant enhances the experience.
Key facts
- Interaction type
- Lying Down Auto-stimulation
- Active anatomy
- Hand
- Receptive anatomy
- Clitoris / Vagina / Penis / Rectum
- Main stimulation
- Clitoris / Glans / Self-Knowledge
- Setups and participants
- Solo (him) · 1 person Alone
Frequently asked questions
Is it healthy to masturbate?
Totally; self-knowledge is part of a healthy sexuality and helps to enjoy more in a relationship.
How often?
The frequency that pleases you; there is no 'correct' number.
Does it help to improve sex in a relationship?
Yes, a lot: knowing your body is the best way to know and communicate what pleases you.
Sources and references
- Literatura de sexología clínica y ergonomía sexual
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