What Is Edging—and Does It Really Lead to Better Orgasms?

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and more luscious, drawn-out sexual experiences. If you haven't, well, I bet we have your attention now.But what is edging, exactly? “Edging is a practice where individuals build up arousal until they are close to orgasm, then pause for a short break,” says , a sex therapist and the host of the . “The goal is to get as close as possible to orgasm without reaching it.”The term edging stems from the idea that you will pause stimulation right when you're on the edge of orgasm, says Anna Richards, a pleasure positivity educator and the founder of the ethical porn site . “By doing this repeatedly, the pleasure sensations build,” she explains. “It makes the final a stronger and more satisfying experience.”People may practice edging to intensify their pleasure, lengthen their sexual experiences, and introduce an element of teasing to solo or partnered play.

So, let's break down the benefits of edging and how it could improve your sex life, tips for how to try it yourself or with a partner, and a few that may even enhance the experience.

Have fun!What Is Edging?“Edging generally refers to the practice of bringing yourself or a partner to the brink of orgasm multiple times without allowing the climax to occur,” says , a sex and relationship expert.

In other words, you or your partner will savor that delicious buildup to climax multiple times before going over the edge.“Edging can be a solo pursuit through delaying orgasm during moments,” says Richards. “You may have been experiencing this technique without realizing you were edging.