What was it George Michael said? “Sex is natural, sex is fun!” He was right; sex is fun, but even sex can become the same old routine, and needs a “pick me up”. Couples can get into a “sexual rut” and need something to add a little spice and excitement in the bedroom.

Fortunately, there are sex life hacks full of secrets for improving your sex life; and we have taken all the research work out of it for you, so all you need to worry about is having some fun!

Below is a list of simple yet effective sex hacks for a little added excitement and pleasure to your sexual play:

Fully Dressed Male, Completely Naked Female Massage

A full body, sensual massage is a simple, yet an effective gesture of affection that feels good. Add a twist to the experience for your partner and have her undress completely while you stay fully dressed. This guarantees all attention is entirely focused on her, and the added bonus is built up sexual excitement from you restraining yourself.

On the flipside, your partner should return the favor and get you in the buff for a massage.

You Are What You Eat

It is no big surprise that what you eat can affect how you taste. However, does fruit really make a body’s vagina or seminal secretions taste sweeter? A few small studies and anecdotal evidence say yes; and that pineapple may be the most effective. So, eat lots of fruit to sweeten what you taste like.

Sex without Actually Having Sex

Have you ever tried masturbating with your partner? It's a great way to learn what turns each of you like and what turns you on. You could also try femoral sex (you thrust your penis between your partner’s thighs). Either can be very hot and and a turn on for both partners.

Lubrication

Perosnal lubricant makes sex or masturbation better. Period. There is nothing wrong with using lubricant. Although you think you might be wet enough, you can always use more.

Consider when you wash your hands: just plain water is wet but when you add soap, it becomes more slippery. The same idea applies to lube.

Drinking lots of water is an excellent way to increase your natural lubrication. H 2 O is a natural hydrant that the body needs to stay healthy, so it stands to reason water would aid against dryness.

Lubrications “in a pinch” are always good to have on hand for when you have run out of lube. Coconut oil is a good all natural anal lube and adds flavor during oral sex on a penis.

PLEASE NOTE: coconut oil traps microorganisms, which can be harmful for vaginas.

Orgasmic Sock Effect

Johns Hopkins University conducted a study to investigate physical stimulation and psychological states with people’s ability to orgasm. The couples underwent active brain scanning while having sex. During the study, the couples participating complained about the coolness in the scanning room, so researchers provided each with a pair of socks. The researchers’ findings were that wearing socks increased the couples’ ability to orgasm by 30%, taking it from 50% to an astounding 80% in both the men and women.

Sex Toys

Sex toys are a wonderful addition to your sex life. They are meant to bring more variety and fun into the bedroom. They do not replace your partner -- they simply enhance sexual play and are an excellent way to try new experiences, whether alone or with your partner.

Did you know that approximately 70% of women need ciitoral stimulation to orgasm? A sex toy can help with that!

Play a Game

Inherent competitive nature and unforeseen outcomes can make the unpredictable sexy. Take a favorite game and turn it into foreplay. It does not matter the type; a video game, board game, cards or bouncing a ping-pong ball into a cup with winner’s choice, is good natured fun to build sexual gratification after game time.

Fruit Isn’t Just for Eating

Some people may be very open-minded when it comes to bringing fruit into the mix, and if so, this is tasty fun. Room temperature grapefruits or large navel oranges can “sweeten the pot” and not just in flavor.

Preparation is the key here for the weary of a little harmless kinky pleasure. Cut the ends off the fruit and then cut a circle out of the middle of the flesh the approximate size of your partner’s penis. Then so you do not alarm him when you pull out the love nectar, tell him you want to give him oral while he is blindfolded. Chances are he will blindfold himself. Start giving him fellatio and after he has reached erection, slip his penis through the fruit's hole and begin stroking him with it while you continue to give him oral. He will feel like he is in your vagina and in your mouth at the same time. You can decide if the blindfold comes off at any time after the fruit is in play; but chances are if it does, he may have a “what the…” but will not object.

Role Playing and Fantasy

Yes, role-playing is a cliché you hear about and may think… c’mon seriously? Yes, seriously. Pretending to be something or someone you are not can add excitement to your sex life.

If you know your partner will be up for it, throw on your costume and get into character, and stay in it. This persona gives you permission to behave in ways you normally would not and raises the sexual stakes. You could even capture it all on video; just make sure your partner is comfortable with starring in a movie first. Then, play it back and watch it together.

There are endless ways to get creative and add excitement in the bedroom; these are just a handful. Let your imagination run wild, and come up with your own sex life hacks. Find your own secrets for improving your sex life, and who knows? Your first hack may just be the beginning to many putting you way ahead in the sex game.