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The Suspended Scissors

A sideways, lifted pose: the receiving partner balances on one hand while the standing partner holds their hips and legs apart like an open pair of scissors.

Illustration of The Suspended Scissors
Illustration © Frizenasya via Creative Market
How to do it

It's easiest to start at the edge of the bed. The receiving partner lies on their side with their hips near the edge and the standing partner standing behind their hips. The receiving partner puts the hand nearest the floor down on the floor or a low cushion, and the standing partner takes hold of their hips and top leg and lifts, so the receiving partner's lower body comes off the bed, held sideways at the standing partner's hip height. The top leg rests up along the standing partner's arm or shoulder; the bottom leg stretches out the other way. Weight is split between the receiving partner's supporting arm and the standing partner's grip. Keep strokes short and shallow, and lower the hips back to the bed whenever the arm needs a rest.

What it's good for

A twisted, side-on angle you can't get any other way, and a real sense of being held up and handled. Best for couples who like a physical challenge.

Make it easier

Leave the receiving partner's hips and lower leg on the bed and only lift the top leg. You keep the scissor angle without the balance work.

A small tip

Put a pillow on the floor under the supporting hand and shoulder before you start, and count down out loud before any lift.

Comfort and care

This one takes real strength and balance. Skip it with a bad back, wrists or knees, and try it near the bed so there's somewhere soft to land.

Agree on it before you try it, use plenty of lube, and either of you can stop at any point. This guide is general information, not medical advice.

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