Anal intercourse generally pertains to the act of inserting a penis into the anus for sexual pleasure. However, it is a loose term and can also mean other sex acts that involve the anus. This includes fingering the anus, rimming, and using sex toys to penetrate the anus. Anal intercourse can be enjoyed by anyone who has an anus, regardless of gender identification or sexuality.
Many claim that anal intercourse can lead to better orgasms because it stimulates the prostate. For those without a prostate, it may indirectly stimulate the clitoris and the G-spot.
However, anal intercourse comes with risks of infection, tearing, and sexually transmitted infections. Because the rectum does not naturally lubricate, always use a water-based lubricant. Condoms may also be a good idea, even when using other insertable items, like sex toys.
