It goes without saying that sex should be good for both partners. While it isn’t always possible to have a movie-worthy finish at the same time, it never hurts to go in with the goal of having as much fun as possible.

While some positions favor the person on top, or vice versa, others are pretty much guaranteed to hit all the right spots — for everyone. Not only is it fun to be equally obsessed with a pose, but it can also help boost your connection with your partner.

“Sex can be the perfect conduit to build intimacy between a couple because it addresses both the emotional and physical aspects of intimacy,” says Dr. Kat Van Kirk, a relationship and sex expert. When you’re in bed together, your bodies release the “bonding” hormone oxytocin, and that can help you build trust in your relationship, she says.

This feels especially true when you’re choosing positions that help both partners feel equally included. Instead of choosing one person’s favorite pose and sticking with that, they send the message that you’re both in it to win it. Here are 11 of the best positions that maximize satisfaction for both partners.

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Doggy Style

Sex positions that are good for both partners
How to do it:

Get on all fours while your partner lowers onto their knees and enters you from behind, either with their penis or a sex toy. To get more comfortable, you can drop down to your elbows and forearms. If you want to up the intensity, arch your back. That’ll allow for deeper penetration.

Why it maximizes pleasure for both partners:

People with penises love it because they can penetrate very deeply in this position. As for those with vaginas, doggy style hits the G-spot perfectly, and even if you don’t end up experiencing a vaginal orgasm, it can still feel fantastic.

It also tickles quite a few fancies. “Doggy style is the perfect position for voyeurs and exhibitionists alike, with the partner in the rear receiving a bird’s-eye view,” says Dr. Jess O’Reilly, sexologist, host of the Sex With Dr. Jess podcast. “If the partner in front has a clitoris, you can reach down and rub for extra stimulation or reach around and play with their nipples.”