How Many Women Actually Enjoy Anal Sex?

The Story

New research released by sex-oriented online forum community JOYclub.com has revealed some interesting anal sex secrets.

The data gives us insight into just how many people enjoy anal sex, as well as highlighting some preferences when it comes to relationships.

The Snapshot

The data has revealed that one in two enjoy anal sex during one-night stands. But that's not all:

• 19.7% of women and 40% of men enjoy anal penetration
• 72.2% of women are only active in the receiving role, and 64.8% of men in the penetrating role
• 20.9% of people practice anal sex in group settings
• 82% of people prefer anal sex when in a relationship, and 72.9% with regular sexual partners
• 52.3% of women and 76.2% of men experience an orgasm often or always through anal sex

What's clear is that a lot of people are engaging in anal sex, whether in a relationship or not.

The Lesson

Anal sex can be a seriously pleasurable experience for whoever is on the receiving end — and a whole lot of fun for the giving partner as well.

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But before you go there with a partner, you need to talk about first. It's important to make sure your partner is also on board.

It's also important to note that there is a lot of prep work involved with anal sex, and that means lots of lube. The slippery stuff reduces friction and lessens the risk of injury during anal sex, as anal tissue is sensitive and can tear easily.

Communicate, prepare, go slow, and keep things simple.

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