The 20 types of sex and their characteristics

Few activities are as pleasant as having sex. But these moments of intimacy, in addition to making us enjoy, can benefit us in many ways, by improve our mood, improve the state of our immune system, reduce the negative effects of stress…

Of course, the way in which these relationships occur depend on the type of sex we are used to having. Next we will see what are the characteristics of each one.

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The different types of sex

Sexual practice can be carried out in many ways, and all of them can be truly enjoyable. In the following lines you can find the different types of sex explained:

1. Sex with love

Sex does not necessarily have to take place with someone you are in love with; However, when one person feels something special for another, the quality of the sensations is usually higher. Making love is the most exhilarating way to have sex and, without a doubt, one of the most incredible experiences that human beings can enjoy.

2. Sex without compromise

Not all sex is with love and you don't have to be in love to have it, since sex without commitment is a common type of sexual practice. It is characterized because the two people who have sex are not interested in having a relationship based on commitment. They can be good friends and have a nice friendship, but they don't want to be boyfriends.

• Sex without commitment has a number of advantages and disadvantages. You can learn more about him in this article: "Sex without compromise: 11 advantages and disadvantages”

3. Sexual infidelity

Sexual infidelity is the sexual act that occurs outside of a relationship or marriage (existing this link). It is usually classified as sex without commitment, although sometimes both members of the infidelity can feel a strong emotional attachment.

4. Dogging

The dogging or cancaneo It is a risky sexual practice involving both peepers and exhibitionists. To be carried out, couples usually announce where and when they will perform the sexual act, and the "voyeurs" come to the appointment to get excited by the show. In some cases they even participate.

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5. Tantric sex

Tantric sex is a very different sexual experience from what most people experience in the West. It focuses more on mindfulness and in being in the present moment with all the senses that in the sexual act itself. Also, there does not necessarily have to be intercourse.

• Perhaps you have a better idea of ​​what this type of sex is with this article: "7 tantric sex exercises for maximum pleasure”

6. Spontaneous sex

Spontaneous sex is one that it happens without planning. For example, a couple is in the changing room of a clothing store and decide at that moment to let themselves be carried away by the situation.

7. Planned sex

Planned sex is the complete opposite of the previous case. For example, if a couple decides that they are having sex in the changing room of a clothing store and they are looking for a place to unleash their fantasy. It is often associated with the use of products purchased in advance.

8. "Quickie"

The quickie is a form of spontaneous sex, but it has a characteristic that distinguishes it from this one: is short-lived. It is what is known in Spanish as "quickie" sex. It is a very passionate type of sex.

9. Sadomasochism

Sadomasochism is a sexual practice in which there is a dominator and a person who takes on a submissive role. Masochistic sexual practice often involves pain, and there are a number of sex toys that can be purchased to make this sexual experience that much more intense.

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10. Consensual sex

When the two people agree to have sex, they are said to have consensual sex. It is the most common form of sex. It may happen that in some cases one of the two people does not agree to have sex with the other person, which would cause the sex to not be consensual.

11. Sex without consent

Sex without consent is a rare form of sex and always it is a crime to carry it out in western countries. As has been said, it occurs when one of the two people does not want to have sex with the other, but still the sexual act is carried out in a forced way. An example of this type of sex is when a person takes advantage of another while they are in a state of high intoxication.

12. Illegal sex

Illegal sex is a type of sex like the previous one, in which the rights of the other person are violated and, in addition, the law. Non-consensual sex is considered a crime and is a form of illegal sex, but so is, for example, sex with minors.

13. Legal sex

Legal sex is the one that occurs most of the time, and in which neither the rights of the other person nor the law are violated. Therefore, she has no criminal consequences.

14. Cybersex

Cybersex is a form of sex that has emerged in recent decades, and is characterized by new technologies are used to have sex. For example, when a couple living a great distance decide to have sex by video call.

15. Phone sex

Phone sex is a form of sex similar to the previous one. However, the computer is not used to have sex, but the phone is used to turn the other person on and have sex while having a bawdy conversation.

16. Outdoor sex

Outdoor sex is a type of sex that takes place outdoors, for example, on the beach or in the mountains. It is a very stimulating way to have sex, and although many people do not want to be seen while have sex, they enjoy the feeling that they can be caught anywhere moment. However, sometimes it is a crime.

17. Trio

A threesome is a form of liberal sex characterized by the fact that during the sexual act three people participate and not two as in the conventional way. There are individuals who think that this is an incorrect way to have sex and even makes people less worthy, although this has to do entirely with the morals of each person.

18. Orgy

If the trio is practiced between three people, when more than three individuals participate what is known as an orgy takes place. In the orgy there is an exchange of sexual partners.

19. Partner exchange

The exchange of a partner is a type of sex in which the couple or married agree to have sexual relations with members of other couples. There are places where it is possible to carry out this practice.

20. Anal sex

Anal sex is a form of sex that includes the introduction of the male sexual member through the partner's anus. For some people, anal sex may be a taboo subject, although nowadays it is a very frequent practice.