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The Banana Split: woman on top with her legs in a front split

The Banana Split is a woman-on-top position with a twist: the split. He lies on his back with one knee raised. She sits on his pelvis facing him, leaning slightly forward with her hands on his chest, and stretches her legs out in a front split: one leg forward along the floor beside his head, the other back towards his feet. She sets the rhythm, and they can look at each other. Penetration can be deep, and it needs good hip flexibility.

Also known as: The Banana

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Illustration of The Banana Split: He lies on his back; she sits on his pelvis facing him, hands on his chest, with her legs stretched out in a front split, one forward and one back.
Anatomy and biomechanics

He lies on his back with one knee bent and raised and the other leg straight; his back and feet carry his weight. She sits on his pelvis facing his head, her torso upright and leaning slightly forward, with her hands on his chest. Her legs open in a front split: one is stretched forward along the floor beside his head and the other stretched back towards his feet. Her support comes from her buttocks on his pelvis, her hands on his chest and her legs resting on the floor. She controls depth and rhythm with small forward-and-back or circular movements of her pelvis; because she sits fully down, penetration can be deep. The load falls on her hips, which have to open into the split. There is eye contact, but their faces are too far apart to kiss.

Why this position works

Some women enjoy being in control: she decides the depth, speed and angle. The split changes how the pelvis rests and some people find the sensation different from an ordinary cowgirl, though it varies from person to person. They can see each other, and his hands are free to caress her thighs, breasts or clitoris. For those with flexible hips, it can also be a playful challenge.

Deep Intimacy Complete Rhythm Control High Mobility Required Medium Penis-Vagina Configuration

Variations of this position

Variation 1: half split, front leg bent

She bends her front leg and rests that foot on the floor, so the position needs much less hip flexibility.

Her back leg stays stretched towards his feet, but she bends her front knee and places that foot flat on the floor beside his chest. Her hips open much less, so it suits those who are not very flexible, and the foot on the floor gives her an extra point of support to push from. Penetration stays deep and she keeps control of the rhythm.

  1. He lies on his back; she sits on his pelvis facing him, hands on his chest.
  2. She stretches one leg back towards his feet.
  3. She bends the other knee and places that foot flat on the floor beside his chest.
  4. She pushes lightly with the front foot to move up and down or rock.

Variation 2: rocking forward and back along the split

Instead of moving up and down, she rocks her pelvis forward and back in the direction of her legs, keeping the penis deep inside.

The position stays the same; only the movement changes. She stays seated and slides her pelvis forward and back along the line of the split, with her hands on his chest. The penis stays deep inside and moves little, so there is less risk of it slipping out, and her pubic area rubs against his, which some women find pleasant. The rhythm is usually slower.

  1. Start in the basic position, with her legs in a split and her hands on his chest.
  2. She settles fully down onto his pelvis.
  3. She slides her pelvis forward towards her front leg, then back towards her back leg.
  4. She adjusts the speed and range; he can hold her hips to follow the movement.

Variation 3: upright, one hand on his raised knee

She straightens her torso and rests one hand on his raised knee, which changes the angle and frees her other hand.

Instead of leaning forward with both hands on his chest, she sits upright and rests one hand on his raised knee beside her. Her weight drops further onto his pelvis, so penetration usually feels deeper and the angle changes slightly. Her other hand is free to touch her clitoris, and he can see her whole body. It asks for a little more balance.

  1. Start in the basic position, with her hands on his chest.
  2. He makes sure his raised knee is steady, foot flat on the floor.
  3. She slowly straightens her torso and moves one hand onto his knee.
  4. She moves with small, gentle movements and leans forward again if it feels too deep.

✓ Tips
  • Warm up the hips first; only go as far into the split as is comfortable, without forcing it.
  • Let her lower herself onto him slowly and decide how deep to go; stop if there is pain.
  • Use lubricant so movements are smooth.
  • Move with small rocking or circular motions rather than large up-and-down bounces: if the penis slips out and she comes down hard, it can bend.
  • He keeps his raised knee steady; she can also lean on it for balance.
  • If her hips or groin pull, bend the front leg: the half split is just as valid.
Interaction type
Vaginal penetration with her on top, in a split
Active anatomy
Penis
Receptive anatomy
Vagina
Main stimulation
Deep vaginal penetration, with her on top in a front split, controlling the rhythm
Setups and participants
Couple · 2 people Hetero

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be able to do the splits?

No. A partial split is enough, and the front leg can stay bent. The key is to not force the hip.

Who controls the rhythm?

She does: sitting on top, she decides the depth, speed and angle with small movements of her pelvis.

Is there any risk for the penis?

As in any position with her on top, a hard landing if the penis slips out can bend it. Small, controlled movements reduce the risk.

Can clitoral stimulation be added?

Yes. His hands are free, and she can also touch herself while leaning on one hand.

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