The Health, Emotional Benefits and Pleasure of Pegging

The health, emotional benefits and pleasure of pegging has become a popular item on the menu of sexual acts. It could be considered foreplay or the main event. Pegging is a sexual act where generally, a woman anally penetrates a man using a strap on, but the definition of pegging has been expanded to mean two partners regardless of gender, where one anally penetrates the other.

For many, pegging has connotations that reach beyond just a pleasurable sexual act. For some it’s an emotional exchange that involves a level of vulnerability.

Popularity of Pegging

Part of the popularity of pegging may be due to the rise in recognizing the health benefits of prostate massage.  Prostate massage is a way to empty fluids from the prostate ducts, keeping them healthier. Prostate massage can offer several health benefits such as:

• Relieving painful ejaculation
• Relief from erectile disfunction issues
• Decreasing swelling of the urethra and allowing urine to flow easier
• Inflammation of the prostate gland

With the increased interest in prostate play and prostate massage, pegging is an organic next step. Why not have a good time and do something good for your health? Pegging can provide immeasurable sexual pleasure for the male receiver (the p-spot is an erogenous zone). It can produce extremely intense orgasms, more intense than regular ejaculations.

Who Gives

Some men are aroused by the role reversal that pegging provides. Pegging can have emotional impacts as well for the male “receiver” that is accustomed to being the “giver”. He may feel as though he is relinquishing control. This can have positive impacts on the intimacy between the two partners by allowing vulnerability to be “okay”. It can also build trust. 

Female “givers” can experience a surge of dominance or authority when “giving it” to her partner with a strap on dildo. Some may interpret pegging as “gay” sex. Pegging doesn’t mean that the receiver is gay because they enjoy the position. Anal play doesn’t mean you’re gay. Anal play is simply another adventurous way for us to explore our bodies and figure out what brings us pleasure.

You and your partner should discuss trying pegging long before determining if the two of you will move forward. Wanting to try pegging doesn’t make either person “odd” or a “freak”. Pegging is anal sex, and it takes time to work up to it.

Prepping

When prepping for pegging, rimming and finger play are good activities to lead up to receiving a toy such as a graduated anal trainer. Positions should also be discussed. Doggy style may not be the most comfortable position for a novice “receiver”.

Missionary position or a spooning position may be more comfortable. Once you and your partner have a level of comfort with anal toys, create a safe word to use if the penetration becomes too deep. The first attempt should be communication-filled, checking in with the “receiver” to make sure it’s not too much.

Every aspect of prepping for pegging is equally important so equal consideration should be given when selecting the strap on or harness, dildo and lubricant that will be used.

Strap or Harness

Selecting the right strap on and dildo are important choices based on personal preferences and how experienced the “giver” and “receiver” are at pegging. The strap on or harness must be comfortable for the “giver”, just as the size and girth of the dildo should be comfortable for the “receiver”.  The “giver” can have pleasure from the strap on or harness depending on how it moves across the pubic mound or, if the “giver” decides on a strap on or harness that strokes the clitoris.

A dildo that can be inserted into the vagina may be selected for pleasure as well.  Just as with any anal play, lubricant is a necessity with pegging.

Lubricant will make pegging more pleasurable, providing a smooth entry and continual pleasure. I recommend a water-based lubricant with a high viscosity.

The benefits of pegging are multi-faceted and numerous for both people involved. Beyond the sexual health benefits, the emotional and intimacy growth can be long lasting and satisfying for the relationship. We should continually explore our bodies and try whatever brings us pleasure.