7 WAYS TO AN EASIER ORGASM

Simple steps to boosting things in the bedroom.

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Struggle to reach the 'big O'? You're not alone - women are four times less likely to climax during sex than a man*. Not only is this frustrating, but it means we're missing out on the mind and body benefits of having regular orgasms. Yes - toe-curling

BE HONEST

Do you ever fake an orgasm to avoid awkwardness or to protect your partner's feelings? 'When you fake it, you're sending a message to your brain that the sensations you're feeling should be pleasurable – even when they're not,' explains sex and relationship coach Nina Mandair.

'Over time, this habit can confuse your arousal signals, desensitise your body and damage trust in both you and your relationship. It also creates a cycle where your partner believes what pleasure could help to lower the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease, says research**. Are you feeling unfulfilled? Don't fret. We asked our experts how you can ensure you sizzle - not fizzle - between the sheets... they're doing works, leaving you stuck in a loop of unmet needs.

If you're struggling to reach orgasm, communicate that. 'This can be during intimacy by showing them. For example, you can guide their hand, move your hips, adjust the rhythm to show what feels good or use phrases such as, “I love it when you...” or “try it a little softer/ harder/slower here”, says Nina.

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