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Be totally confident naked: even the slightest self-consciousness in the sack can rob you of mucho satisfaction. We explain how to let go and really enjoy.(Love And Lust)

Cosmopolitan

| December 01, 2004 | Floyd, Lynya | COPYRIGHT 2004 Hearst Communications, reprinted with permission of Hearst. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

* Even after a few years of dating her guy, Ali *, 24, still has mattress anxiety. "I know he thinks I'm sexy, but I still worry that he isn't enjoying himself enough."

Whether it's stress over bedroom skills or body-image bummers, hookup hang-ups can totally inhibit your pleasure. To uncover any booty insecurities you might have, take our four mini-quizzes below. If you answer yes to one or more of the questions in each section, follow our strategies to feel sexier between the sheets.

SEXUAL CONFIDENCE QUIZ 1

Do You Embrace Your Bod?

CHECK ALL THAT APPLY

* In bed, do you position blankets and pillows so your guy won't see a stray hair or saggy boob?

* Do you avoid certain sex positions that could make your tummy, tush, or thighs jiggle?

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