How to masturbate if you have a penis - 11 ways to try

When it comes to jerking off, there’s no right or wrong way to do it. For most, the standard technique involves grasping your cock with one hand and giving it a good tug.

If that works for you that’s great, but there’s more than one way to wank, and it could be the perfect time to try a new method.

Here’s how to masturbate if you have a penis - 11 ways to try.

Vary the speed and intensity

You might stick to a tried and tested rhythm when you masturbate, tugging your penis slowly or quickly pulling it back and forth. Many like to start slowly and gently, building the sexual tension before increasing the pace and intensity.

Try changing it up by varying the pace and intensity of strokes. Start slow, speedup, and then slow down again - using a mix of gentle and stronger strokes to keep things interesting.

Use different strokes

Rather than just pulling your penis back and forth, try something new. Clasp your penis at the base with one hand, and use the other hand (the palm or fingers) to toy and tease the head.

Alternatively, try lightly gripping the penis, and use your thumb to rub the underside as you jerk off.

If you fancy something a little more intense, have a go at the corkscrew maneuver. This one involves using your hand to twist and pull the penis simultaneously, and it can work wonders for a knee-trembling climax.

Swap hands

If you usually use your right hand to masturbate, give it a rest and swap to your left hand instead. Swapping hands keeps things fresh and helps you from getting too habituated in your wanking regime.

You could also try switching from left hand to right hand and then back again, and if you’re feeling zealous try masturbating with both hands clasped around your cock at the same time.

Juggle your balls

Although it’s tempting to focus on the shaft and head of your penis, don’t forget about your balls. The testicles are full of nerve-endings, which means they are highly sensitive and worthy of your time.

You can give your full attention to your balls (be delicate when you start playing) or you can share the love by teasing both your shaft and balls at the same time.

Use one hand to stroke your cock and the other to cup and caress your balls.

Play with the prostate

You don’t have to stick to playing with your penis when you masturbate, toying with the prostate can be fun too.

The prostate sits just inside the rectum, and massaging it can result in a powerful orgasm.

You can insert a finger into your ass or use a prostrate massager toy to tease and tickle. You can also externally stimulate the prostate by rubbing the perineum (the skin located between the scrotum and anus).

Engage in edging

Edging can be thrilling and frustrating in equal measure. It involves playing with your penis and getting vey close to the point of orgasm, but not actually cumming.

If you can do this a few times in quick succession, you’ll find yourself teetering on the edge of sexual heaven.

Challenge yourself to see how many times you can stop yourself before you shoot your load.

Arouse other areas

Stimulate and arouse other erogenous zones, not just the penis. Stroke and caress the inner thighs, and the back of your neck. Run your hands over your chest and torso, and gently tweak your nipples.

Use masturbation as a chance to explore your own body and to touch yourself all over to discover what feels good.

Sensory deprivation

Add an element of exhilaration to self-love by limiting certain senses to heighten others. You can try masturbating in a darkened room, or slip a blindfold on to limit sight.

You could also limit sound by using earplugs or putting on a pair of sound cancelling headphones.

With fewer things to take your attention you will be more likely to focus on the session and giving yourself unrestricted pleasure.

Temperature play

You can also play around with temperature whilst you play with yourself. Use cool and hot in quick succession by rubbing ice on your nipples (or your penis), then massaging the area with warm lube.

Whilst you’re teasing yourself with temperature play you can use your free hand to masturbate.

Experiment with different positions

Lying down and sitting on the edge of bed are standard masturbation positions, but it’s fun to shake things up by trying out something different.

Try standing up lying on your side. Using a pillow can add intensity too, use one to prop up your hips before you jerk off.

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Try out sex toys

There are plenty of sex toys on the market designed to enhance solo fun. Traditional vibrators come in all shapes and sizes, and they’re not just for vagina owners - penis owners can use them too.

Use the vibrator to buzz the shaft of your cock and the head for a tingling sensation.

Male masturbators, also known as strokers, work well too. You can go for a realistic looking one or a non-anatomical version, and they are easy to use - just insert your cock and you’re good to go.

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Please yourself and master masturbation

Safe, natural and good for you, masturbation is a great way to explore your body and learn what turns you on. Jerking off helps you to feel better by reducing stress, boosting self-confidence and helping you to sleep.

With so many different ways to wank off you you’re guaranteed a good time, so try out a few penis masturbation techniques and master the art of masturbation.