The Balance

Understanding the posture

The Balance relies on shared balance and suits partners who are confident in their support and coordination. In this guide, “The Balance” describes a body arrangement, not a performance target. Body shape, mobility and personal preferences matter more than copying an image exactly.

Step-by-step setup

Identify two independent points of support and add load gradually. This family of postures should never rely on arm strength alone.

1. Agree who will guide the pace and choose an immediate stop signal.
2. Enter the posture slowly, without jolting or forcing a joint.
3. Begin with a small range and adjust only while both partners remain relaxed.
4. Use the wall only as a stable reference and support; do not rely on movable furniture.

Comfort and communication

Held breath, unusual tension or numbness are cues to slow down, change support or stop. A cushion and a new angle are often more useful than extra effort.

Consent is specific, enthusiastic and reversible at any time. A posture accepted at the start can be stopped without explanation.

1. Decide where hands will rest before moving and never pull on the neck or joints.

Adapt and simplify

This is an advanced posture. Prefer a floor-level variation, keep attempts short and stop if any support feels uncertain.

To vary the posture without losing control, change one parameter at a time: direction, height, leg opening or support.

Name and context

“The Balance” is used here as a modern editorial label. Names and drawings vary widely between contemporary books; this guide does not claim that this exact form belongs to a canonical Kamasutra passage.