The Anvil Sex Position: When You Want to Go All The Way In

The Anvil Position: Missionary That Goes Deeper

Forget everything vanilla you know about missionary. The anvil position is one of many missionary positions that went to the gym, got ripped, and came back with a vengeance. It’s what happens when you want someone so deep inside you they’re practically touching your soul.

Here’s the raw setup: You’re on your back with your legs folded so far back your ankles are hovering somewhere near your ears (or resting on your partner’s shoulders if you’re lucky). Your partner is above you, probably with a look of absolute awe on their face as they slide into you at an angle that hits places you didn’t even know existed.

That extreme leg position creates a wide-open “V” shape that basically rolls your hips up and exposes absolutely everything. It got called the “anvil” because your folded body supposedly resembles a blacksmith’s tool – though honestly, I think it’s because you’re about to get pounded harder than hot metal.

Don’t confuse this with the seashell position – that’s like anvil’s more restrained cousin. With seashell, your legs are curled tightly against your chest like you’re trying to hide. With anvil, you’re putting it ALL on display with your legs spread wider and pushed back further. It’s the difference between “I want you deep” and “I want you to feel it in my throat.”

Why the Anvil Position Will Absolutely Wreck You (In the Best Way)

Let’s cut the crap – this position isn’t about showing off your flexibility (though that’s a nice bonus). It’s about experiencing the kind of earth-shattering pleasure that makes you forget your own name:

• It. Goes. DEEP. When your legs are folded back like this, your partner can reach places that regular sex doesn’t even come close to touching. You’ll be making noises you didn’t know you could make.

• G-spot/prostate bullseye: That steep downward angle means every single thrust hits your most sensitive internal spots with laser precision. An ultrasound study in The Journal of Sexual Medicine shows that penetration pressing directly into the anterior vaginal wall turbo-charges G-spot stimulation and makes orgasm far more likely.

• The eye contact is intense AF: You’re staring right into each other’s eyes while experiencing maximum penetration. It’s primal, it’s raw, and it’s hot as hell watching your partner’s face when they’re that deep inside you.

• Power play without the props: No need for handcuffs when you’re literally folded in half with someone looming over you. The natural positioning creates instant dom/sub vibes that will have one of you feeling deliciously vulnerable and the other gloriously powerful.

The BSP community rates this as one of the top positions for mind-bending orgasms. As Jessica, 32, told us after trying it: “I came so hard I actually cried, then laughed, then forgot how to speak English for about five minutes. My boyfriend still brings it up every time he wants to get lucky.”

How to Hit the Anvil Position Without Pulling a Muscle

Ready to experience penetration so deep you’ll swear you can taste it? Here’s exactly how to make the anvil position your new favorite:

If You’re Getting Folded in Half:

1. Get on your back: Lie down on a surface that won’t slide around (because you’re about to get railed, and nobody wants carpet burn). Pro tip: shove a pillow under your hips to make everything more accessible and take pressure off your lower back.
2. Fold yourself like origami: Pull your knees to your chest first, then keep going until your ankles are hovering near your ears (or resting on your partner’s shoulders if you’re flexible enough). Don’t worry if you can’t go full pretzel – even partial folding works.
3. Adjust until it feels right: Shift your hips until you find that “oh my god” angle. Not everyone’s built like a contortionist, so find what works for YOUR body.
4. Breathe, dammit: I learned this the hard way – holding your breath makes everything tighter and more uncomfortable. Deep breaths help your body relax into positions that seem impossible at first.
5. Put those hands to work: Touch yourself, grab your partner’s ass to control their thrusts, or hold onto the headboard for support (you might need it).

If You’re Doing the Penetrating:

1. Get in position: Kneel between those gloriously folded legs or prop yourself up on your arms like you’re about to do the world’s sexiest push-up.
2. Find your entrance: The angle here is completely different from regular sex. Go slow, use your hand to guide yourself in, and pay attention to those first reactions.
3. Easy tiger, start slow: Just because you CAN go balls-deep doesn’t mean you should right away. Start with shallow strokes and work your way deeper as they adjust. Trust me, I’ve seen the “too much too soon” face, and it’s not sexy.
4. Watch their reactions: Their face will tell you EVERYTHING you need to know. If their eyes are rolling back, you’re doing great. If they’re wincing, dial it back.
5. Be a support system: Hold their ankles or thighs to help maintain the position. You’re a team here – and being supportive is hot as hell.
   

Anvil Upgrades: When the Classic Just Isn’t Enough

Think you’ve mastered the basic anvil? Here are some variations that’ll have you seeing stars:

The Supported Anvil (AKA The Cheater’s Method)

Not flexible enough for the full position? No shame in your game. Shove a pillow or sex wedge under your hips and suddenly you’re a contortionist. The elevation reduces the strain AND creates an even better angle for hitting that spot that makes you scream.

The Half Anvil (For Hamstring Mercy)

Only fold one leg back while extending the other or wrapping it around your partner. I discovered this variation by accident when my leg cramped mid-session, and it turned out to be a happy accident – still intense but without feeling like you’re auditioning for Cirque du Soleil.

The Kneeling Anvil (For Show-Offs)

Your partner kneels upright instead of hovering over you, holding your ankles or calves while thrusting. This gives them a front-row seat to watch themselves disappearing inside you (which, let’s be honest, is hot as hell for both of you).

The Oyster Position (For Ultimate Openness)

Think anvil but with your legs spread even wider apart while folded back, creating maximum exposure and access. Your partner can lean forward for deeper penetration while having complete visual access to everything that’s happening. It’s the anvil’s more exhibitionist cousin that leaves absolutely nothing to the imagination.

Anvil vs. Seashell: Know Your Folded Positions

People constantly confuse these missionary upgrades, but they deliver completely different sensations. Here’s why you need to know the difference:

Anvil vs. Seashell: The Naked Truth:

• Anvil puts your legs pushed WAY back, creating a wide-open “V” with your ankles practically behind your ears. It’s the “I’m completely exposed and loving it” position.
• Seashell has your legs curled tight against your chest like you’re hiding a secret. It’s more compact, more modest (if anything in this category can be called modest).
• Anvil is for when you want to feel your partner in your damn throat (figuratively speaking). The open angle allows for penetration so deep you’ll question anatomy.
• Seashell gives you that cozy, compressed feeling with slightly less depth but more controlled pressure.
• Both will have you making noises you didn’t know you could make, but the anvil requires more yoga practice (or at least a good stretching routine).

And don’t confuse either with basic legs-over-shoulders. That’s like comparing a highway to a dirt road – same general direction, completely different ride. The anvil’s extreme folding angle creates penetration depths that regular positions can only dream about.

Keeping It Real: When Anvil Gets Awkward

Let’s get brutally honest – the anvil position can go from “oh my god” to “oh hell no” if you’re not prepared. Here’s the unfiltered truth about what might go wrong:

Your Hamstrings Will Scream

Unless you do yoga or gymnastics regularly, folding yourself into a human pretzel might feel like torture. The first time I tried this, my hamstrings sent me a cease and desist letter the next morning.

The fix: Start with the supported anvil variation and use pillows generously. Work on your flexibility with Happy Baby pose outside the bedroom. This stretch opens your hips and takes pressure off your lower back—so you can bend without breaking when things get intense.

Too Deep Too Fast = Bad News

When you open yourself up this dramatically, your partner can hit cervix/prostate/internal organs you didn’t even know were sensitive. And not always in the good way.

The solution: Tell your partner to start shallow and slow, for fuck’s sake. Use phrases like “easy” and “give me a second” liberally. Your body needs time to adjust to depths it’s not used to experiencing.

The Awkward Cramps

Both of you will likely get muscle fatigue – either from holding your legs back or from thrusting at that weird angle. Nothing kills the mood like a sudden charlie horse.

The workaround: Tag-team it with regular missionary or the elevated variation. Go anvil until one of you starts to fatigue, switch to basic missionary for a break, then back to anvil when you’re ready to crank the intensity back up.

Similar Positions to Try

Want more deep penetration without turning into a human pretzel? These positions will still wreck you:

Launch Pad Position

Your knees are bent back but not quite to your ears. Your partner kneels upright and gets that perfect deep angle without you needing to be a contortionist. It’s the sweet spot between comfort and “oh damn.”

Eagle Position

Spread your legs wide while they’re elevated – think victory pose but horizontal. Your partner gets an amazing view while the angle hits spots that’ll make your toes curl without the extreme flexibility.

Sandwich Position

Squeeze your legs together tight while they pound you from above. Creates friction so intense you’ll forget your own name, but your hamstrings won’t hate you tomorrow.

Anvil Position: The BSP Bottom Line

The anvil position is sex on steroids – maximum penetration with enough eye contact to make it feel emotionally intense too. It’s easily one of our highest-rated positions when you want to feel absolutely everything your partner has to offer.

Yes, you need more flexibility than your standard bedroom routine calls for. Yes, you might have to communicate more clearly than usual. But holy hell, the payoff is worth it. We’re talking about sensations so intense they make regular sex feel like you’ve been doing it wrong your whole life.

BSP certified: Our team has “extensively researched” this position (the things we do for science!) and can confirm it delivers exactly the earth-shattering, neighbor-waking pleasure we promise.

FAQ: Everything You’ve Been Too Embarrassed to Ask About the Anvil

Will I pull a muscle trying the anvil position? Not if you’re smart about it. Start with the supported version using pillows and only go as far as feels comfortable. Your flexibility will improve with practice, but rushing it is how injuries happen. Remember, sex should leave you sore in the fun ways, not the “I need to call my chiropractor” ways.

Can I do the anvil position if I’m not very flexible? Absolutely. The full anvil with ankles by your ears is the Instagram version. The real-life version can be modified based on your body’s actual abilities. Use pillows for support, try the half anvil with only one leg folded back, or simply fold your legs back as far as comfortably possible. You’ll still get the deep-penetration benefits without feeling like you need to join Cirque du Soleil first.

Is the anvil position better than regular missionary? Is a sports car better than a sedan? It depends what you’re after. Regular missionary is reliable, comfortable, and gets the job done. The anvil is like missionary with a turbocharger – more intense, requires more skill to handle, but delivers sensations that’ll make your eyes roll back in your head. When you want deeper penetration and more intense G-spot/prostate stimulation while still maintaining that intimate face-to-face connection, anvil wins every time.

Can the anvil position make me squirt? Many BSP readers report that the anvil position was the first time they experienced squirting orgasms. The extreme angle creates perfect pressure against the G-spot, which is essential for many people to squirt. Combine it with relaxation, drinking plenty of water beforehand, and an understanding that you might need to wash your sheets afterward. Then let your partner hit that spot repeatedly and see what happens.

Does the anvil position work for anal sex too? Hell yes, and some would argue it’s even better for anal. The extreme folding position provides excellent access and allows for deep penetration with perfect visibility. Just remember the golden rule of anal: more lube than you think you need, then add some more. Start slow, communicate constantly, and be prepared for some of the most intense sensations possible.