6 stretches to help you have the best sex tonight

Try these poses to spice up things under the sheets.

By Jo Upcraft - 19 May 2016

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You know how in films, the happy couple lunge into a love scene as if they both spent previous lives as trophy-winning gymnasts? Rather than taking in the sexy performance, you’re wondering how the heck the woman got her leg over her head? It would surely have you on MC for a week with back pain if you attempted it.

It comes down to stretchiness. If all your limbs are used regularly they’ll naturally become more flexible, the ones you use less will grow rusty.

Here, Roxanne Gan, yoga instructor at True Yoga, and active member of the body-loving initiative Rock The Naked Truth, reveals how a few daily twists and turns can quickly build stronger and leaner muscles for hotter, more satisfying sex.

Just don’t go overdoing it initially. The last thing you and your man want are firemen intervening to de-tangle youÃ¢â‚¬Â¦.

BRIDGE POSE

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Do it: Lie on your back with your knees bent, arms flat by your side, and your feet as close to your buttocks as possible. Press your feet down and raise your buttocks and hips up. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat three times.

Love it: This strengthens your pelvic muscle and your core – and bonus! – when doing thus pose, blood rushes to your genitals, increasing libido.

Use it: With your man on top and a cushion under your lower back if required.

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CHILD'S POSE

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Do it: Kneel down with your knees separated and your big toes touching. Bend forward, placing your forehead on the floor, but keeping your buttocks on your feet. Stretch your arms above your head, hip distance apart, with palms facing down. Hold for two to five minutes.

Love it: From the description above, this sounds like just lying down, or getting into a position suited for hangovers. But not only does this elongate your core and open your hips, it also releases tension from your shoulders and neck.

Use it: Before sex. It will relax your mind and body, and get you concentrating on your breathing (instead of your kids’ exams).

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COBBLER POSE

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Do it: Sit upright, bend your knees and press the soles of your feet together. Bring your heels as close to your pelvis as possible, keeping your back straight. Hold for one to five minutes.

Love it: This opens your hips and stretches your inner thighs, increasing flexibility. Work the move harder by pressing your knees down towards the floor as closely as possible.

Use it: With the regular ‘missionary position’. You can move your legs around your man’s body, or lift your knees up to your ears during lovemaking.

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CAMEL POSE

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Do it: Kneel down with your hands supporting your lower back. Push your hips forward as you arch and slowly drop your head backwards. Hold for 20 seconds. Repeat three times.

Love it: A great hip and chest opener – as well as back strengthener.

Use it: When you’re on top.

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PLANK POSE

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Do it: Start on all fours with hands under your shoulders. Lift your knees until your legs are straight and your hips are in line with your shoulders – think of yourself as ‘a plank’. Keep your core tight and pull your belly into your spine. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat twice.

Love it: Not only will this improve your stomach muscles, enhance upper arm definition and tone your buttocks, it’ll help you move with elegance during transitions from one sex position to another.

Use it: When he’s behind.

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TREE POSE

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Do it: Shift your weight to your left foot and stand tall. Bring your right knee up and place your foot on your inner left thigh. Keeping your left leg strong, place your palms together in front of your chest. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat on the other side.

Love it: This move teaches calm and control. It won’t aid flexibility, but it will assist with connecting with your partner during sex.

Use it: For controlled breathing.

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