Chomping on tomatoes & doing it upside down – 14 of the easiest ways to climax tonight & celebrate National Orgasm Day
It's a day to fully embrace pleasure, whether you're exploring solo or
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Annabelle Knight has given her top tips to celebrate National Orgasm Day
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Here are 14 tips to help you climax while getting heated between the sheets today
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And it's not just about feeling good - the benefits of an orgasm extend to your overall health and happiness.
Think improved mood, deeper sleep, and even a healthier heart.
Sex and relationship expert
"Why not give your pleasure a little upgrade?' she asks.
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Annabelle shares her top 14 easy ways to reach climax tonight and make the most of National Orgasm Day.
Sink your teeth into a tomato
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps to improve blood flow, which is crucial for arousal.
Better circulation - better sensitivity.
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Plus, tomatoes help regulate testosterone levels in all genders, which can boost libido.
Who knew a salad could help your sex life?
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Keep your socks on
This one's backed by science! Cold feet can actually block your orgasm.
A study by the University of Groningen in the Netherlands found that warm feet helped 80% of couples when it came to reaching climax.
Why? Well, discomfort from cold feet pulls your brain out of the moment…nothing ruins the moment more than wishing you had a blanket.
Try temperature play with ice cubes
On the other hand cold constricts blood vessels, which can make your skin extra sensitive when warmed again, this in turn helps to intensify pleasure.
Run an ice cube over yours or your partner's thighs, neck, or nipples, then switch to warm hands or your mouth to heighten arousal.
Do the 'Bridge Pose' before bed
This simple yoga pose (lie on your back, knees bent, hips lifted) helps to boosts pelvic circulation and strengthens pelvic floor muscles - the same ones used during orgasm.
Over time, this can lead to stronger, more controlled climaxes.
Plus, it opens the hips, helping you to feel more comfortable and capable in a variety of positions.
Use lube - even if you think you don't need it
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There's a surprising fact about lube that has been proven by studies
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Even if you're naturally lubricated, adding a good quality lube reduces friction and heightens sensitivity, especially if you opt for a warming or tingling one.
Studies show that people who use lubricant are more likely to report enjoyable, orgasmic sex.
Silicone-based lube lasts longer, but water-based is great if you're including toys in your play.
Slip into erotic audio
Apps like Dipsea, Ferly, and Quinn offer steamy, narrated fantasies designed to turn you on using just your ears.
It's proven (and fun!) way to mentally escape and stimulate arousal.
Erotic audio engages the brain's limbic system, responsible for emotion and sexual excitement.
Plus, unlike reading erotica, it keeps your hands free for play.
Tick off your to-do list
Few things kill desire faster than mental clutter.
Studies show that cognitive distraction; work, chores, to do lists etc make it harder to climax.
Clearing your head can help your body stay in the moment.
Remember, sex doesn't always start in the bedroom.
Do a 5-minute orgasm meditation
Mindfulness has been shown to increase sexual satisfaction and intensity of orgasm.
By focusing on what's happening to your body and how it's making you feel in the moment, you train yourself to stay present.
This can help with climax control and awareness.
A few minutes of calm could lead to a much more explosive finish.
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Erotic audio engages the brain's limbic system
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Doggy - but make it downward
Think of it as the upstairs neighbour of the G-spot.
Do it upside down
Inverting your body during sex or masturbation (think of yourself lying off the bed or doing a legs-up positions) helps to increase blood flow to the pelvic area and brain, potentially intensifying sensation.
Switching up angles can also help to stimulate rarely touched nerve endings too.
Get baking
Certain scents have been shown to boost arousal.
One study from the 'Smell and Taste Treatment and Research Foundation' in
Chicago
found that vanilla, cinnamon, and even pumpkin can help boost your libido by increasing blood flow.
Vanilla showed that blood flow to the genitals increased by 9%, pumpkin pie by 11% in women, while cinnamon rolls boosted male arousal by 25%.
So, grab a pinny and warm up the oven because better sex is only a traybake away.
Try a pinch of salt
Salt boosts dopamine levels which is the 'pleasure' neurotransmitter.
A tiny pre-romp salty snack (try olives, salted dark chocolate, or even crisps) might enhance your brain's reward response.
Take yourself to the edge
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Smell and Taste Treatment and Research Foundation found some surprising facts about baking together
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Edging (bringing yourself close to climax, then stopping before you tip over) builds up tension in the pelvic muscles.
When you finally let go, it leads to a more intense release.
It's also linked to better orgasm control and longer-lasting pleasure.
Talk dirty - even to yourself
Much like listening to
If you're solo, try narrating what you're doing to yourself, or engage in a fantasy little role play.
If you're with someone try getting a little verbal.
What your sexual fantasies say about you
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Raucous Role Play:
If your partner enjoys dressing up for fun, it shows creativity and a desire to keep things exciting. However, it might signal that he struggles with responsibility.
Multi-Partner Fantasies:
Craving variety doesn't always mean he wants to cheat. However, it could indicate deeper feelings of unfulfillment.
Power & Control:
A little dominance is normal, but if it's always about control, it may hide insecurities.
Adventure:
Men seeking thrills may push boundaries, so be sure your comfort zone is respected.
Passion:
If he's romantic, he's emotionally tuned in—though occasionally avoiding tough conversations.
Flexibility:
Openness to new experiences is great, but constant novelty-seeking could mean avoiding emotional connection.
Red Flag:
If control is his ultimate fantasy, it may signal a deeper struggle with power dynamics.
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