Anal Training for Safe and Sexy Anal Pleasure

Slow, steady, and with lots of lube!

Although it may sound edgy, anal training is nothing to be afraid of and is often practiced by beginners so they can slowly get into experimenting with anal penetration. So let’s see what it is all about!

What is Anal Training?

Anal training is the process of gradually stretching the anal opening and sphincter to get ready for sexual intercourse with a penis or larger types of anal toys. This is often a slow, progressive process that takes several sessions, and is ongoing, so patience is key. The idea is to get used to the feeling of being anally penetrated to enjoy more pleasurable anal sex with a partner.

What is the Purpose of Anal Stretching?

The anal opening is fairly tight, for a good reason, as it keeps the poop inside until you are ready to let it go. For that reason, anal training is essential to prepare one for anal penetration and to make the process as comfortable, erotic, and orgasmic as possible.

The first few inches of the anal canal and opening are rich in sensitive nerves that can feel highly pleasurable when stimulated. These nerves respond well to pressure and the feeling of being stretched and full as well. Penis owners also have a prostate which is highly orgasmic and can be reached during anal penetration.

Many people use anal training as a way to ease into anal sex. However, others may enjoy anal training as a part of BDSM or kinky play, to stretch the anus beyond what is necessary for anal sex, in order to get ready for anal fisting, or insertion of extremely large toys. Just the process of stretching the anus can be highly erotic and kinky, as it creates more intense sensations and the feeling of ultimate fullness.

How to Correctly Anal Train

Editor’s Note: It is extremely dangerous to insert an object into the anus that does not have a base. The anus is not like the vagina, and toys or household objects will continue to be suctioned into the body if there is not something holding it in place. It can cause serious injury that could require an emergency room trip and/or surgery to get it removed. In some circumstances, it can even cause a severe tear or infection that results in death. Do NOT put anything in your butt that you can’t easily retrieve.

Types of Anal Training Kits

Anal training kits are ideal for anal training. Most come with a series of butt plugs in packs of 3 or more, featuring small, medium, and larger toys. Some kits also have anal beads and other anal play toys as well.

Anal toys come in various materials, from body-safe silicone to metal and glass. These materials are non-porous and easy to disinfect, which is an important consideration when using anal toys.

Some anal toys vibrate, while others don’t. Both stimulate the anus differently, so your preference is up to you.

What are the Risks?

If you follow the guidelines below, take it slow and play safe, you should be fine. Most injuries happen when people rush, don’t use enough lube, are impatient, or try to insert something too large without listening to their body. Use common sense and play safe.

Safety Tips

Not in the Butt!

This goes without saying, but many people have tried to put something in their but that doesn’t belong there! This type of practice will send you to the emergency room, pronto! Only use anal sex toys that are designed specifically for anal play. Oh, and your partner’s penis, of course.

I love this infamous video by sex educator Ducky Doolittle as she talks about all the crazy stuff emergencies have reported that get stuck up people’s butt. While her take on this is humorous, it is a cautionary tale. And, check out our TikTok video about why you should NEVER put something in your butt that doesn’t belong there!

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