When it comes to sex, dozens of experts are in agreeance: You will not orgasm from penetration alone. The idea this happens, ever, is a total myth. Clitoral stimulation is required to orgasm. Not suggested. Not encouraged. Required.

So it makes perfect sense that the positions which offer the greatest chance of orgasm are ones that stimulate the clitoris, or better yet, ones which give you easy access to do it yourself.

I know it’s many guys’ favourite, but sorry no ‘doggy’ on this list – here are the eight best positions to guarantee orgasm for women.

1. Pillow Talk

Missionary sucks right? Wrong. One simple modification makes a world of difference, and will leave you weak at the knees. Get into missionary and grab the fluffiest pillow you’ve got. Put it under your arse. This will lift the entire lower half of your body off the sheets to allow for deeper penetration in missionary. Wrap your legs around him for extra depth. This position gives you easy access to your clit, so start rubbing it, now. Don’t be embarrassed. Many hands make light work.

2. The Folding Chair

For this move, assume missionary position, but stiffen your legs as straight as they can go and place them on his shoulders as he thrusts in and out of you. You should feel like your whole body is bending in half, like a folding chair. If you’re feeling extra flexible, lift your legs from his shoulders (keeping them extended) and move them toward your body as far back as you can go. Yoga helps with this. It’ll be a bit harder to rub your clitoris in this position, but his pubic bone will be leaning down on you with a lot of pressure, which will definitely add that friction to the mix. Next stop orgasm.

3. Sexual Spooning

   It’s universally known that ladies love a spoon. But what do they love even more… orgasms – so why not combine the two? Assume a regular cuddly spooning position — you as little spoon, he as big spoon — and allow him to enter you from behind. He won’t have a lot of room in this position to actually thrust in and out, but have him just stay inside you and push himself against the front wall of your vagina, there will be constant pressure directly on your G-spot. This position will be more relaxing for him, so his hands will be more energised and free to touch your nipples and clitoris, covering all the bases. You’ll also have free reign to touch yourself if you’d like to.

4. Cowgirl

There’s nothing like good girl-on-top to make you feel like you’re in control of your own pleasure. You control the speed of the thrusting, the depth of his entry, and which spots inside of you he hits. So get on top, lower yourself onto him, and start pogo sticking. Try sitting up straight so your body is perpendicular to his and lean back. This will allow for even deeper penetration, give you easy access to rubbing your clitoris and elongate your torso to make you look nice and lean. Talk about ticking (and hitting) al the boxes.

5. Reverse Cowgirl

Get on top like you normally would in cowgirl, but turn around so your arse is facing him. When you’re reversed, the angle from which he enters you allows for easier, more consistent access to your G-spot. To go even deeper, sit up straight and have him extend his legs straight out in front of him. Then, place your knees on the bed on both sides of his hips and use your knees to springboard you up and down at any speed you desire. You’re in the driving seat. I realise his feet may not be the sexiest form of visual stimulation, but the position is totally worth it, especially when that orgasm takes hold.

6. The Double Worm

Lie on your stomach and have him lie on his stomach on top of your back. It should look like you’re both about the do the worm.

He can prop himself up on his hands so he’s in a slight push-up position or just keep his stomach resting on your back. Then, lift your bum up so he can enter you from behind and whisper all those sweet, sweet nothings into your ear.

The pressure of him lying on top of your back will increase the friction in between thrusts. Also, your clitoris will be rubbing up against the bed, allowing for even more friction. Guaranteed result-getter.

7. The Stand Up

If having both of you on the bed is getting tedious, have him stand up on the floor in front of the bed while you scoot down to the very edge of it and spread your legs. He’ll enter you while he’s standing, and the perpendicular angle will make your clitoris extra visible, so it’ll be easier for either of you to touch it.

Standing will require less energy for him and more direct access into your vagina, so he’ll be able to penetrate you as fast or as slow as you want — without getting as tired. So you can keep loving all night long.

8. The Straddle

Have him sit up normally while you straddle him so you’re face to face, emotional right? Now, instead of bouncing up and down, simply swirl yourself around and rock back and forth so his penis hits the wall of your G-spot repeatedly.

Once again, lean back for easier access to the clitoris. Touch yourself again. You can do it.

Sex is not only pleasurable and amazing, it has a plethora of other health and lifestyle benefits. It’s a great way of bringing you and your partner (or lover) closer together, achieving intimacy, and getting in shape at the same time – talk about a no brainer.

So ladies, keep these positions in mind the next time a little under-the-covers time presents itself, they’re guaranteed hits.