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Soft Landing: reverse cowgirl on a fitness ball bridge

Soft Landing is a reverse cowgirl performed on a fitness ball. He rests his upper back on the ball and lifts his hips into a bridge, body horizontal, with his feet and hands on the floor. She sits astride his pelvis with her back to him, facing his feet, leans her torso forward and rests her hands on his thighs, with her feet on the floor. She sets the rhythm. Penetration, vaginal or anal, can be deep. It calls for good balance and a stable ball, and there is no eye contact.

Also known as: Fitness ball reverse cowgirl · Reverse cowgirl on a bridge

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Illustration of Soft Landing: He forms a bridge with his upper back on a fitness ball; she sits astride his hips facing his feet, leaning forward with her hands on his thighs.
Anatomy and biomechanics

He sits in front of a fitness ball and leans back until his upper back and shoulders rest on it, then lifts his hips until his body forms a horizontal bridge, feet flat on the floor and hands on the floor for extra support. She stands astride him facing his feet and lowers herself onto his pelvis, feet on the floor on either side, knees bent. She leans her torso forward and places her hands on his thighs. She moves up and down or rocks her hips, pushing with her legs; he mainly holds the bridge and keeps the ball still. Penetration can be deep. There is no eye contact and body contact is limited to the pelvis and her hands on his thighs. The main load falls on his lower back and legs, which hold the bridge and her weight, and the ball demands balance from both.

Why this position works

Some couples enjoy the novelty of using the fitness ball and the sense of play it brings: the ball adds a gentle bounce that can make the movement smoother. She has control over the rhythm and depth, and he gets a striking view from behind. It is not a position for eye contact or kissing, it demands balance, and how it feels varies from person to person.

Power Play Sensory Exploration Complete Rhythm Control High Mobility Required Medium Penis-Anus Configuration Penis-Vagina Configuration

Variations of this position

Variation 1: she sits upright

Instead of leaning forward onto his thighs, she straightens her torso and places her hands on her own knees.

With her torso upright, her weight sits more directly over his pelvis and the angle of penetration changes. She has to rely more on her legs and core for balance, while her hands are free to rest on her knees or touch her own body.

  1. Start in the basic position, with him in a bridge on the ball.
  2. She lifts her hands from his thighs and slowly straightens her torso.
  3. She places her hands on her knees and keeps her feet firmly on the floor.
  4. She moves up and down in short movements, keeping her balance with her legs.

Variation 2: the ball wedged against a wall or sofa

The ball is placed against a wall or the front of a sofa so that it cannot roll backwards.

Wedging the ball greatly improves stability: he no longer has to fight to keep it still and can concentrate on holding the bridge. The position of both partners does not change, but the risk of slipping is lower, which makes it a good way to try the position for the first time.

  1. Place the ball against a wall or the front of a heavy sofa.
  2. He rests his upper back on the ball, with the wall or sofa behind it, and lifts into the bridge.
  3. She sits astride his pelvis facing his feet, as in the basic position.
  4. Move gently and check that the ball stays in place.

Variation 3: a floor bridge, without the ball

He does the bridge with his shoulders on the floor instead of on the ball, and she sits astride him in the same way.

Without the ball, his pelvis is lower and the bridge is shorter, so the position needs much less balance. He can lower his hips to the floor to rest at any time. She keeps the same reverse position, leaning forward with her hands on his thighs.

  1. He lies on his back on a mat, knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
  2. He lifts his hips into a bridge, with his shoulders and feet on the floor.
  3. She sits astride his pelvis facing his feet and leans forward onto his thighs.
  4. She sets the rhythm; he lowers his hips to rest whenever he needs to.

✓ Tips
  • Use a ball of the right size and inflated firmly, on a non-slip floor, and make sure there is nothing hard nearby in case it rolls.
  • He should hold the bridge with his glutes and core, not by over-arching his lower back, and come down onto the floor if he feels any strain.
  • She should keep her feet firmly on the floor so that her legs, not his pelvis, carry most of her weight.
  • Go slowly: with her on top and facing away, a bad landing can bend the penis. If it slips out, guide it back in by hand.
  • Use lubricant; for anal sex it is essential, together with a condom, preparation and a slow start. Stop if there is any pain or instability.
Interaction type
Vaginal or anal penetration with the receiving partner on top facing away and the penetrating partne
Active anatomy
Penis
Receptive anatomy
Vagina or anus
Main stimulation
Deep vaginal or anal penetration
Setups and participants
Couple · 2 people Hetero

Frequently asked questions

Do you need a fitness ball for Soft Landing?

Yes, the ball is what defines this position: it supports his upper back while he holds the bridge. Without it, the variation with his shoulders on the floor is a simpler alternative.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Not really. It requires good balance from both partners and strength in his lower back and legs. It is better to try it once you are comfortable with an ordinary reverse cowgirl.

Who controls the movement?

She does, by pushing with her legs from the floor. He keeps the bridge stable and can guide her with his hands on her hips.

Can it be used for anal sex?

Yes. Use plenty of lubricant and a condom, prepare beforehand and let her control the depth, going slowly. Stop if there is any pain.

Safety and evidence 1 topic · 2 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 ↗

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