Have you ever noticed how some aroused women sensually point their feet and toes like a ballerina? Some of us did wonder about this appealing form of body language, which many men have a fondness for. For them, it’s a clear indicator of the deep engagement and intense physical sensation felt by the women, that they are truly into it. Let alone how it seems to be associated with femininity and seductiveness.
Being a personal turn-on I was curious to know more. And as usual, bless the Internet, the questions and answers are found right there on various websites and forums.
Let me first state that feet-pointing is not to be confused with another sign of heartfelt sexual arousal, toe-curling. Pointing involves stretching the calves muscles while extending ankles, feet and toes forward. This appears to be more natural, elegant, and graceful than the out of control, seizure-like clenching and curling. Nevertheless, a toe-curling orgasm remains highly sought after.
But in fact, feet/toes pointing is not solely linked to sex or porn. For it goes deeper than that as it’s related to beauty and aesthetics. It is actually seen in photographs of nude or sports models who almost always do it in order to appear more appealing and desirable. The main reason the feet are pointed is because it makes the leg looks longer, hence younger and more attractive.
Essentially, this “beauty standard” is why high heels exist in the first place. It is also why women still wear them even when they clearly aren’t that comfortable.
It is worth nothing that feet pointing is not a female-only phenomenon. Some males, too, experience it during sexual intercourse and while orgasming. Though among men, toe-curling remains more common than the ballerina-like pointing.
During sex, this feminine “en pointe” as it’s called in ballet terms is usually seen when women are feeling ecstatic and almost out of control. One position displaying the feet’s curved arches with toes pointing forward is when they are lying on their backs with legs up and apart — whether straight-out open, over the shoulders, or with knees bent inward while resting on the partner’s back. Another is when lying flat on their stomach with bent knees and upwards calves and legs.
Pointed feet do not show much when lying down with full body straight on the bed as there is not enough space for the feet to stretch. As for being on all four, it is not the easiest position to lift the calves, yet not impossible.
While it may differ in degrees, women point their feet during penetration, while receiving oral sex, as well as while masturbating. And what a delightfully erotic sight that is.
“It makes you want to suck their toes, which makes them point them even more,” wrote one commentator. It actually does.
“I seriously thought I was the only guy alive that had this, man. I’m actually kinda relieved I’m not the only one,” wrote another.
 |
| Nom Nom Nom and a big juicy Thank You for the inspiration |
As you may have guessed, Foot Fetishism, is way more prevalent among men than women. Perhaps the very fact that women’s feet are usually soft and smooth and more beautiful looking — even more lickable, suckable, edible — has something to do with it. But that remains subjective. Or plainly, perhaps because men are natural perverts. You will never find a woman asking a man to send her a pic of his feet. Ha. Write me back if you do.
While women feet get lots of attention, their legs as well get their fair share. Why Japanese Females Have Bowlegs is an earlier piece, which surprisingly became the most read on One Lucky Soul.
And on a parallel note, What’s the Story with Blue Balls (and Blue Vulva)? is another.
There is likewise the denser exposé The Intertwining of Music and Sexuality ― A Djembefola’s Tale.
Now to the essence.
There is no one single answer to why women [and some men] point their feet when sexually excited. A suggested idea is that it has to do with the tightening of the muscles, an involuntary tensing of myotonia; either during intercourse — when enjoying it — or right before and/or while achieving climax.
The more accepted reason for feet pointing [and curling] during heightened arousal is a neurological phenomenon called Motor Overflow. It is when intense nervous system activity triggers involuntary muscle spasms throughout different parts of the body, including the toes. Curiously, that is due to the proximity between the wiring for genitals and that for feet in the brain, resulting in this involuntary “twitch” from the autonomic nervous system getting overloaded with signals.
Starting with neurological connections before the physical manifestation, pointing the feet [or curling them] is the resulting response. And similar to other body twitches, it is natural, just that here it occurs in the context of sexual excitement.
A second related theory is Spinal Stimulation; a reason to stimulate blood flow to the lower body and genital area. The spinal cord, you see, acts as a central hub in the equation where signals from genitals and brain are integrated, thereby orchestrating sexual climax.
According to some women, pointing their feet helps them reach a better, more intense orgasm. So they learned how to point their feet as they get there — as a sort of self-conditioning.
Others mention that they cannot cum without stretching their muscles. And when the leg muscles are stretched, the ankles, feet and toes naturally point forward. It occurs either consciously or subconsciously.
An additional possibility could be related to aesthetics and self-image. Perhaps women who do point their feet/toes during sex have already considered how desirable they look and are aware of the gained allure. In contrast, think of how flat, non-pointed feet with no arches would look like in a ceiling mirror above the bed when all is showing are flat heels. Based on prior observation, it could have stemmed from a premeditated conscious decision.
Not all women are toe-pointers. While for some the feet and toes remain unaffected by sex, the opposite occurs for others who show sloppy non-pointed feet — which inherently does not seem as seductive.
Having always been a fan without ever wording it out, over the years I came to observe a correlation between how sensual, provocative, and physically fit the women are and the likelihood of pointing their feet during intercourse. The healthier and more flexible, playful, seductive, the more likely they will do it. Believe it or not, this is only mildly related to the body weight and type. A lot of it got to do with the mindset — and Motor Overflow. A reminder of the fact that the whole essence of being sexy lies in the confidence coming from knowing that you indeed are.
Apart from the alluring, provocative visual aspect, for a significant number of men it’s an indicator that she is fully engaged into the experience and is out of control, which is what turns them on.
When I told the inspiring muse about this article, she eloquently shared: “For me, it’s an overwhelming involuntary response to pure pleasure and amazing chemistry sensations. Like a reflex.” What nimble and astute words. She also sent me the seductive middle photo above of her shapely foot in pink heels. Yummm.
Now we know. Whether you have been swept off your feet or are head over heels, keep them pointed.
ALSO VIEW:
Why Japanese Females Have Bowlegs
What’s the Story with Blue Balls (and Blue Vulva)?
Arugula: The Healthy Ancient Aphrodisiac
When Selective Men Reject Women
The Intertwining of Music and Sexuality ― A Djembefola’s Tale
Why Hippies Are Sometimes Called Bohemians
Why the “No-Smoking” Sign is Still Used by Airline Companies
Why Americans Don’t Travel Much
Why NOT a Bidet?
Why Many Place Names End with ‘-Stan’
Why Flamingos Are Pinkish-Orange
Why Thanksgiving Dinner Is Served So Early
Kicking That Sweet Habit: Why and How to Drop Sugar
Rainbow Sherbet Hills, Turkey 
