Eagle Sex Position: The Wide-Open Missionary That’ll Make You Forget Your Name

The Spread-Wide Upgrade Your Bedroom Needs

The eagle position is basically missionary that decided to stop being shy. It’s simple but intense: you lie back, spread your legs wide open (like eagle wings), and your partner gets between those spread legs for deeper access than regular missionary ever delivers.

What makes eagle different? Unlike regular missionary where your legs are together or slightly apart, eagle demands you spread them wide – creating a completely different angle that hits your pleasure spots with laser precision. It’s the difference between okay sex and the kind that makes you grab the headboard.

What makes this position so good? You get deep penetration, intense eye contact, and that feeling of complete openness. When your legs are spread wide, you’re giving your partner total access to hit every spot that matters – both the physical ones and the mental thrill of being completely exposed.

I tried this with a partner who usually seemed distracted during regular missionary. Two minutes into eagle position, he was completely focused and making sounds I’d never heard before. That’s what eagle does – it turns routine sex into something unforgettable.

How to Master the Eagle Position (Without Pulling a Muscle)

Now that we’ve convinced you this position is worth potentially explaining to your physical therapist later, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty. Here’s how to nail the eagle sex position:

For the Receiver (That’s You, Legs Spread):

1. Lie back and get comfy – your regular bed works, but honestly, any surface that won’t give you carpet burn will do
2. Spread those legs wide – think “I’m trying to touch opposite walls with my feet” wide
3. Let your hips relax – tension is the enemy of good sex
4. Position your legs flat, raised, or whatever makes your body sing
5. Lock eyes with your partner – the visual of them watching you while they’re inside you is half the thrill

For the Giver (The Lucky One):

1. Kneel between those gloriously spread legs like you’ve found the promised land
2. Lower yourself down, arms supporting your weight
3. Line up for entry – the spread-eagle view will make it pretty obvious where to go
4. Start with gentle thrusts – you can go deeper in this position than you realize
5. Watch their face contort with pleasure – the feedback loop of seeing what works is insanely hot

This isn’t just legs slightly apart – it’s legs spread wide enough that your partner can see absolutely everything. That exposure isn’t just physical – it creates a vulnerability that makes everything more intense. The first time my partner entered me in eagle position, I swear I felt it in parts of my body that weren’t even involved in the action.

Why the Eagle Position Will Ruin You for Basic Sex

Still not convinced? Let me put it this way: after eagle, regular missionary feels like opting for a handshake when you could’ve had a full-body massage. Here’s why eagle leaves other positions collecting dust in the sex position graveyard:

Penetration That Hits Your Soul

When your legs are spread eagle-style, your partner can reach depths that will have you seeing stars. I’m talking about that “is that my cervix or did you just touch my soul?” kind of depth. The angle lets them hit your G-spot with military precision, delivering the kind of orgasms that make your toes curl and your neighbors learn your name.

According to research published in the Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy, while only 18% of women can orgasm from penetration alone, over 36% need clitoral stimulation during intercourse to reach orgasm – something the eagle position’s open design makes perfectly accessible.

Eye Contact That Borders on Spiritual

There’s something almost unnervingly intimate about maintaining eye contact while someone is as deep inside you as physically possible. You’re not just sharing bodies – you’re sharing that raw, unfiltered moment when pleasure takes over and your eyes roll back. I’ve had more intense connections in five minutes of eagle-position eye contact than in entire relationships.

Vulnerability That’s Weirdly Empowering

Being spread eagle is the sexual equivalent of laying all your cards on the table. You’re completely exposed, nothing hidden – and there’s something strangely empowering about that surrender. The psychological element of being so open and receptive cranks up the physical sensations to eleven.

G-Spot Access That Should Require a License

The angle in eagle position turns your partner’s everyday equipment into a precision G-spot targeting system. For many women (myself included), this direct stimulation is the express elevator to Orgasm City – bypassing all the usual stops along the way. It’s the difference between a polite knock and a battering ram to your pleasure center.

Eagle Variations That’ll Make You See God

Mastered the basics? Congratulations, you’ve only scratched the surface of pleasure mountain. Let’s climb higher with these variations that’ll have you speaking in tongues and possibly inventing new ones:

1. Elevated Eagle

Shove a pillow under your hips and prepare for fireworks. This tiny adjustment changes the angle so dramatically you’ll wonder if your partner grew an extra inch.

Why it’s orgasm magic: The elevation tilts your pelvis, creating direct pressure against your G-spot with every thrust. The first time I tried this, I came so hard I temporarily forgot my own phone number.

2. Spread Eagle

Raise those legs up and back, possibly resting your ankles on your partner’s shoulders. It’s like regular eagle but with the intensity dial cranked to maximum.

Why you’ll lose your mind: This variation tightens everything, creating more friction while allowing even deeper penetration. It also puts delicious pressure on the upper vaginal wall – that spot that makes you make embarrassing noises when it’s touched just right.

3. Broken Eagle

Place one leg over your partner’s shoulder while wrapping the other around their waist or hip. This asymmetrical positioning creates a twisted sensation that hits completely different spots than regular eagle.

Why it works so well: The mixed leg positioning creates uneven pressure and angle that targets your G-spot from a unique direction. One leg gives you leverage to pull them deeper when you want more, while the elevated leg creates tightness and allows for incredibly deep penetration. The asymmetry also puts delicious pressure on one side of your vaginal wall, creating sensations you simply can’t get from symmetrical positions.

Related Missionary Positions That’ll Drive You Wild

If eagle position has you craving more leg-spreading magic, these similar missionary positions will keep your pleasure levels soaring:

Oyster Position

Like eagle, but with your knees drawn up toward your chest while still spread wide. The oyster creates an incredibly tight sensation while maintaining that gorgeous openness that makes you feel deliciously exposed. Perfect for when you want the depth of eagle with a slightly different angle that hits your G-spot from a new direction.

Anvil Position

Your legs are pushed back and spread wide, with your partner leaning over you for maximum leverage. The anvil takes eagle’s intensity and cranks it to eleven – it’s deeper, more dominant, and creates the kind of pressure that makes your eyes roll back in your head. Fair warning: this one requires serious flexibility.

Seashell Position

Similar to eagle but with your knees pulled up and out to the sides, creating a beautiful shell-like opening. The seashell gives you all the psychological thrill of being completely open while allowing for incredibly deep penetration. It’s eagle’s slightly gentler cousin that still delivers mind-blowing pleasure.

Making Eagle Comfortable (Even If You’re Not a Yoga Instructor)

If your flexibility maxes out at touching your knees when you bend over, don’t worry. The eagle position doesn’t require Cirque du Soleil credentials. Here’s how to make eagle deliciously comfortable for us mere mortals:

Pillows Are Your Sexual Best Friend

Shove a pillow under your lower back or hips to instantly make this position more comfortable. It’s like magic – suddenly you can stay spread eagle without feeling like you’re auditioning for Cirque du Soleil.

Physiotherapists and physical medicine specialists actually recommend proper support for your joints and spine during any activity that pushes your flexibility limits – and sex definitely counts. Think of those pillows as both pleasure enhancers and body-friendly supports.

Start Narrow and Go Wide

Begin with your legs just comfortably apart and gradually widen as you get more turned on. Your flexibility actually increases when you’re aroused (there’s a reason it’s called ‘being limber’), so what feels impossible before foreplay might feel perfectly natural when you’re halfway to orgasm. 

Talk Dirty AND Practical

“Right there” and “that angle feels amazing” aren’t just hot – they’re useful directions. The best eagle experiences happen when you’re not suffering in silence but guiding your partner to your perfect spots.

Lube Like Your Orgasm Depends On It

Because it does. Deep penetration feels amazing with proper lubrication and potentially uncomfortable without it. Be generous – a slippery eagle is a happy eagle.

Eagle Position Problems (And How to Fix Them Fast)

Even paradise has the occasional mosquito. Let’s swat away these common eagle position buzzkills before they interrupt your pleasure flight:

Your Hips Feel Like They’re Divorcing Your Body

Problem: Your inner thighs are screaming at you for this betrayal. Solution: Put small pillows under each knee for support, or pull your knees up slightly while keeping them wide. I discovered the pillow trick after an eagle session that left me walking like I’d just gotten off a horse – game changer.

They’re Hitting Your Cervix (And Not in a Good Way)

Problem: They’re going so deep it feels like internal organ rearrangement. Solution: Have them switch to shallower thrusts, or place a hand at the base of their shaft to limit depth. You can also tilt your pelvis slightly to change the angle of impact.

Your Back Is Not Having It

Problem: Your lower back feels like it’s staging a protest. Solution: That pillow under your hips isn’t just for G-spot targeting – it’s lumbar support with benefits. Use a firmer pillow that won’t compress completely during the action.

The Rhythm Keeps Getting Lost

Problem: The wide-open position makes maintaining a steady thrust pattern difficult. Solution: Have your partner hold your thighs or hips for stabilization. This grip doesn’t just help with rhythm – it’s also incredibly hot to be held firmly while being thoroughly taken.

When to Break Out the Eagle

Not all sex positions work in every context (shower sex, I’m looking at you), but the eagle? This position is the Swiss Army knife of your pleasure arsenal. Perfect for:

When You Need to Reconnect

There’s nothing like eagle position for breaking down walls between you. The combo of deep penetration and unbroken eye contact creates an intimacy that can reset your connection after a fight or a busy week apart.

When You’re on a Mission to Find Her G-Spot

If you’ve been trying to locate and properly stimulate the G-spot, eagle position is your GPS. The angle practically guarantees you’ll hit that sweet spot on the front wall.

When Height Differences Make Other Positions Awkward

My partner is nearly a foot taller than me, which makes some positions logistically challenging. Eagle is our great equalizer – no matter your height ratio, this position just works.

When You Want Slow Sex That Still Feels Filthy

Eagle position lets you move incredibly slowly while still delivering intense sensation. Even the smallest movements feel magnified, making it perfect for those languid sessions where you want to take your time.

The BSP Bottom Line

The eagle sex position is what happens when missionary grows up, gets wild, and delivers on all its promises. By spreading your legs wide open, you’re creating the perfect storm of deep penetration, eye-locked intimacy, and full-body sensation that makes regular sex feel like a handshake in comparison.

Whether you’re looking to breathe new life into your sex life or just want to experience the kind of orgasms that make you question reality for a few seconds, eagle position deserves top billing in your sexual repertoire.

BSP certified: We don’t just write about these positions – we’ve road-tested them extensively (you’re welcome) to ensure they deliver mind-blowing results. Our team has collectively had more orgasms researching this article than most people have in a month.

Remember: Life’s too short for boring sex. Spread those legs and fly!

Frequently Asked Questions About the Eagle Position

Is the eagle position just missionary with my legs apart?

Technically true but missing the whole goddamn point. Eagle position requires a much wider spread than missionary, creating entirely different sensations, angles, and intensity levels. The difference will be obvious the moment you feel that first deep thrust hit spots you didn’t know existed.

Will eagle position work if I’m carrying extra weight?

Hell yes! I’ve been with partners of all sizes, and if anything, some curves can make this position even more delicious. Eagle position is wonderfully adaptable for all body types. The key is finding the right modifications – pillows for support, adjusting the angle of entry, and finding the leg position that works for your unique body. Many plus-size individuals find eagle particularly pleasurable because the spread position accommodates different body shapes beautifully. Don’t let anyone tell you certain positions aren’t for certain bodies – that’s like saying dessert is only for skinny people. Ridiculous.

Can eagle position make me orgasm when other positions don’t?

Let me put it this way: I have a friend who spent three years faking orgasms until she discovered eagle position. Now her neighbors know her name. For many women, eagle position is the skeleton key that unlocks the orgasm door that seemed permanently jammed. The angle hits your sweet spots perfectly while keeping your clit within reach. The combo of deep penetration, surrender, and perfect positioning creates an orgasm perfect storm. I’ve personally collected more eagle-position orgasms than frequent flyer miles, and I travel a lot.

Do I need to be super flexible?

You don’t need to be a contortionist or super flexible. My partner once described her flexibility as “I can sometimes touch my toes if I’m really warmed up and no one’s watching,” and she rocks the eagle position regularly. Start where you’re comfortable and work your way wider. The beauty of eagle is that even a moderate spread changes the sensation dramatically from regular missionary. Plus, regular “practice” tends to increase flexibility naturally over time (best homework ever). Think of it as yoga with orgasms as the reward instead of inner peace – though you might get both.

Can we use toys during eagle position?

Not only can you, but I’m practically begging you to! The open nature of eagle position creates perfect access for vibrators, especially slim models that can fit between your bodies for clitoral stimulation. Eagle position plus a vibrator is like discovering a cheat code for your orgasm – it’s almost unfair how good it feels. I once had a partner use a curved vibrator while in eagle position, and I’m pretty sure I temporarily left my body and visited another dimension.

How do I transition into eagle from other positions?

If you’re already in missionary, simply guide your partner to shift back slightly while you spread your legs wider. That’s it! For extra hotness, make eye contact while you deliberately spread your legs – that visual alone has been known to make partners lose their mind. If you’re coming from another position, just roll onto your back, pull your partner toward you, and spread those legs like you mean it.

What if eagle position hurts my hips?

If it hurts, you’re doing too much too soon or you need better support. Pain is your body’s way of saying, ‘slow your roll, champion.’ Start with a less extreme spread and work your way up. Add pillows under your knees, hips, or lower back for support. And remember that warming up matters—your flexibility skyrockets when your muscles are relaxed and already warm. Mayo Clinic stretching guidelines point out that you should always warm up first because warm muscles are more pliable—exactly why solid foreplay makes tricky positions suddenly feel doable.