Practiced by millions of men and women, either straight, gay, bisexual – Anal sex is still considered a taboo subject by a majority of people. A Playboy survey of 100 000 readers has found that 47 percent of men and 61 percent of women have admitted to trying anal intercourse.
The anus is surrounded by nerve ending that is interconnected with the main pelvic muscles. During orgasm, it can contract rhythmically with the genitals. Anal play can be very enjoyable if done properly, so here is the ten things you should know.
1- Anal sex does not mean anal intercourse
There are many ways to enjoy the anal region erotically. The most common is touching and rubbing the opening while masturbating or stimulating your partner orally or during intercourse.
2- It’s not painful if done properly.
There’s a myth that anal intercourse is painful. Any pain from the body means something is wrong. With the anus concentrated with nerve endings, any mistreatment will result in some serious agony. Yet treated with care, it has great pleasure sensations.
Inserting a finger, penis or dildo into the opening will make the anal muscle go into a spasm mode to fight off an invasion. Pain will result if the receiver is not in a relax mood. To get ready, take your time by first leisurely touching and stimulating the region and get your partner physically and mentally receptive
3- Uncomfortable in the past, enjoyable now.
A desire for anal sex doesn’t guarantee it will be pleasurable. Nor is the first time experiment gone bad mean there is a lack of interest for anal sex.
The most common cause for anal discomfort is due to Chronic anal tension. Hemorrhoids and constipation are signs to this condition. The tension can be relieved by exploring ones own body, the best time would be during a shower or bath and just explore the opening. Breathing can also affect the tension of the muscles, just breathe in deep and let your body go.
For many, the turning point in anal sex is allowing a partner to just gently massage the anus with an understanding that there will be no intercourse. the recipient can solely concentrate on the pleasure and feeling this caresses provide on their erogenous zone.
4- The anal opening surrounded by two sphincters muscles.
Your anal opening is composed of two sphincter muscles, if you where to insert your finger about a half inch in and press your fingertip against the side, you would clearly feel both muscles.
The external sphincter is controlled by your nervous system, just like using your hand and walking. You can control it by tensing it up or relaxing it.
The internal sphincter is different. This muscle is controlled by the autonomic part of the nervous system, it governs such functions as heartbeat and stress response. The internal sphincter responds to fear and anxiety, thus why it’s important for the receiver to be in a comfortable mood, so as to not tense this muscle up.
Even if a person is receptive to anal sex for the very first time, the internal sphincter needs to be programed to relax during insertion. To do this, a person would need to regularly insert a finger, so that the muscle changes it’s behaviour to a favorable response. Anyone can gradually learn to control the internal sphincter at will.
5 – Many pleasures from anal stimulation
As mentioned before, the anal opening has a very high concentration of nerve endings. A finger can be quite effective for pleasure.
When inserting a penis or dildo into the rectum, other pleasure sensations are involved. The outer portion of the rectum wall has several nerve endings which respond mostly to pressure.
Rectal pressure is enjoyed by people who like feeling of pressure and fullness. This is especially true of those who practice fisting, a form of anal sex where several fingers and even an entire hand is inserted into the rectum.
For men, the prostate which s located beyond the rectal wall a few inches in, and toward the front of the body is likened to the female G-spot. A great source of pleasure can be derived by massaging it with a finger, dildo or penis. Indirectly stimulated is the lower end of the penis which is near the anal opening.
6- Orgasm throught anal stimulation
Some men and women can achieve orgasm without any direct genital stimulation. Women can do it with pelvic contractions or being so absorbed in the sensation and fantasies of the act.
When a man experiences an orgasm from anal stimulation, it tends to be from the stimulation of the prostate and the indirect stimulation of the penile bulb.
Most people will require some genital stimulation to achieve a climax, but if you are part of the few who can do it by anally only, then kudos.
7- Diet and the enjoyment of anal sex
You’ve heard the importance of fiber in your diet. With sufficient fiber intake, your feces will be soft, bulky and well formed. This allows for an easier bowel movement. Forcing an evacuation causes irritations to anal tissues which can add to muscular tensions. Plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains are all important sources of fiber.
8 – Hygiene rules for the vagina and rectum
The rules of vaginal and rectal intercourse do not apply. Although both are lined with soft tissue, they are dissimilar.
The rectum is not a straight passage. It tilts towards the front of the body, and a few inches in, it curves back. The rectum also does not produce any lubrication like a vagina. It is important to always use a good lubricant, preferably a water based as it is latex compatible.
As you know, the rectum is used as a passage way for feces to be evacuated. There may be some left over, especially if the feces are not well formed. An enema before anal sex will relax those concerned by cleanliness. For others, it may heighten their excitement by the dirtiness.
9- Not necessarily an act of dominance
Anal sex is usually associated with a top – bottom image. The belief that anal sex hurts contributes to this notion. Some people have an intense fantasies of the top-bottom anal sex, the thought of submission and degradation just gets them off. But any anal pain not fantasized will lead to trouble.
Other people enjoyment of anal can be inhibited by any thought of top-bottom imagery. Any idea that they would surrender control or submit to degradation and humiliation will cause them to tense up their anal muscle. These individuals are more likely to enjoy anal in a relaxed settings, then with any expression of power.
10- Anal is safe, and even good for you
The major misconception about anal sex is that it can be dangerous. No harm can be done from anal stimulation if both partners are understanding and don’t force intercourse. Being sober also helps.
Any other risk would be from STD’s in the likes of gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes which can affect the anus. Any intestinal parasites or bacteria is usually passed by a bowel movement, unless some fecal matter finds it’s way in someones mouth, usually from rimming or by performing ass to mouth oral.
To avoid any risks, rimming should be performed with a latex barrier. Anal intercourse should always use a condom. In case of total monogamy with two healthy partners, the risk of any anal disease is drastically reduced.
challenge any negative attitude you may have about anal sex, this approach is indispensable to your enjoyment of the anus.
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