If you’re like most people, you’ve been masturbating most of your life to one degree or another, so it’s likely a very familiar fixture in your intimate routine. By now, you almost certainly already know what gets you off and have a bunch of go-to moves to turn to when you’re in the mood for a little extra oomph.
But trust us when we say it’s worthwhile to continue looking for ways to kick things up a notch or two when the opportunity presents itself. Even the most practiced solo pleasure seekers likely still have a few new tricks to learn. Here are some great examples to consider.
1. Focus on your breathing
Have you ever noticed how breathing well can seriously enhance your workouts? Whether you’re into jogging, yoga, weightlifting, or something else entirely, proper breathing can help you get more out of exercise on multiple levels. And in case you’ve forgotten, any sexual activity – solo sex included – can easily count as exercise.
That means you owe it to yourself to pay attention to your breathing when you’re getting it on with yourself. Not only does breathing help you stay focused on what you’re doing and on the moment at hand, but changing your breathing periodically can also enhance your pleasure. Experiment a little until you hit on some new patterns that really do the job.
2. Work on achieving multiple orgasms
Don’t simply assume that because you’ve yet to experience the fabled bliss of multiple orgasms, you’re incapable of having them. Often, it’s just a matter of getting to know your body well enough and experimenting with different solo sex techniques until you figure out what gets you there. That’s a lot easier to do when you’re getting off on your own.
The next time you’re in the mood to give it a go, give your downstairs a break while you’re recovering from your first orgasm if it’s too sensitive to keep going. But do use your hands or a favorite toy to stimulate other body parts and see if you can’t turn yourself back on. Just take things slowly and see what happens. You have all the time you need when you’re on your own.
3. Consider taking solo sex public
No, we don’t mean literally whipping your pants down and going to work on yourself in a public place without regard to the consequences. As exciting as public sex can be, it’s important not to involve anyone in what you’re doing who hasn’t consented to be a part of it, of course. But a little creativity is really all it takes to be able to have your cake and eat it, too.
All you need is a remote-controlled mini vibe you can discreetly wear inside you or slip inside a pair of your favorite panties. Test it out at home to see how much noise (if any) it makes when you activate it. Then start counting all the different ways you’d like to use and enjoy your buzzworthy new toy.
4. Branch out when it comes to your sex toys
If it’s been a while since you last treated yourself to a new vibrator, then you should know you’ve got your options open these days. Today’s coolest, most O-worthy vibrators do much more than just buzz. The right options can also thrust inside you, just like a real lover would, or even lick you in a way that’s completely in line with a great oral sex session.
Take a look through the aisles of your favorite brick-and-mortar sex shop or online toy store. Check out your options, and consider which ones will likely deliver the kind of sensation you’re after. Treat yourself to a couple of options that look like a good time, and enjoy.
5. Try new ways to have an orgasm
Everyone should explore all the possibilities open to them when it comes to reaching orgasm, as there’s more of them out there than you’re likely aware of. You can start with the classics, like dual stimulation. Stimulating your clit and your G-spot simultaneously can lead to powerful blended orgasms capable of making you rethink everything you thought you knew about pleasure.
But you don’t want to stop there. Try giving yourself an anal orgasm with a little backdoor play. See if you’re one of the many people capable of having a nipple-gasm by bringing a nipple suction toy, a set of nipple clamps, or even your own two hands into play. Those options make great additions to the play options you already know and love, too.
As you can see, solo sex doesn’t have to be something you only turn to when you don’t have a partner or have no other options. It can be fun, satisfying, and educational all on its own. Rediscover it today.
