Intimate Insights: Igniting Passion With Foreplay Facts (15 GIFS)

"According to Men’s Health foreplay before sex is the equivalent to stretching before a workout."

"Foreplay is defined as sexual activity that precedes intercourse. This definition is flexible, as foreplay could be any act that enhances sexual desire."

"It has been revealed that men spend approximately 11 minutes on foreplay, while women prefer it to last a bit longer (19 minutes.)"

"A Durex survey revealed that the British spend the most time on foreplay. The UK spends an average of 22.5 minutes on foreplay."

"One of the most erogenous areas (especially during foreplay) is the buccal nerve. The buccal nerve is located on the outer border of the lips, and is super sensitive."

"Food can be a very effective stimulant during foreplay. Sexologists suggest feeding your partner chocolate, oysters, and avocados, as well as other aphrodisiacs."

"Foreplay can actually make more room in the vagina prior to intercourse. This process known as ‘Vaginal Tenting’ occurs when a woman gets aroused, and her muscles actually pull the uterus upwards."

"Only about 30% of women reach orgasm solely through intercourse, in case you were wondering how important foreplay actually is."

"It may seem obvious but according to the Journal of Sex Research, 95% of men and 100% of women view touching as the indicator that their partner wants to have sex."

"Fellas, stimulation of the clitoris is key. The clitoris is made up of 18 different parts and has more than 8,000 nerve endings."

"Foreplay can begin long before physical touch. Sexting is a great way to initiate foreplay with your partner."

"Foreplay can begin long before physical touch. Sexting is a great way to initiate foreplay with your partner."

"91% of men get aroused when a woman actually initiates contact/foreplay."

"Sex toys have become a very popular part of foreplay. According to recent studies, about 82% of women at least OWN a sex toy. While 50% of couples are using toys during foreplay."

"65% of females said they prefer ‘chore-play.’ During chore-play the arousal stems from watching their partner do chores such as vacuuming or doing dishes. No judgement here."