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Basic Sex Positions Photo courtesy of Come As You Are The basic missionary sex position Considered the most common sex position (although many surveys would indicate that it isn't) the missionary position is a basic lying down sex position where the partner doing the penetrating is on top, supporting themselves with their upper body. Despite the idea that this is the "traditional" sex position, it is actually not very good for allowing a lot of movement, and the angle may not be ideal for penetration. Pros of the Missionary Sex Position:
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