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Eight things you need to know before making your next naughty purchase.

By Caitlin Moscatello for TheNest.com

1. Know her letters and digits

Briefs and thongs typically run XS, S, M, L and XL (small, medium, large, etc. -- in case you've never encountered clothes before). Bras go by cup size (A, B, C, D, etc.) and band size (32, 34, 36, etc.), which is basically the circumference around her chest and back. Can't size her up? Just open her underwear drawer and check the tags.

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2. Buy something in those sizes

Don't think you will earn points for buying your wife an XS when the tag you spied clearly states she's a large. It won't fit. And she won't feel sexy when she can't make it fit. Trust us.

3. Accept help

Chances are a sales associate will see the fear in your eyes and offer to assist you. Say yes. Do not say you are "just browsing." No dude is "just browsing" in a store full of panties and push-ups. (If

By Sarah Newell for TheNest.com

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Get in shape without ever leaving your bed. (Now that's what we call a workout!)

By Kristin Koch for TheNest.com

You've probably heard people joke about sex being a good workout and all, but figured it only applies to couples with, let's just say, a lot of imagination (and stamina). But the truth is, sex can be a great workout -- for everyone. Try these moves to better your body (and your sex life).

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Foreplay Fitness This one's easy: While you're kissing, vigorously massage your partner's head, back of the neck and shoulders. Giving a massage burns approximately 80 calories an hour -- not to mention it makes your significant other pretty damn happy. Win-win!

Interval Training Trainers are constantly praising the benefits of interval training. Apparently, adding different exercises and intensities (walk, jog, run, sprint) to your workout can double your calorie burn. So mix it up -- alternate positions and work up a sweat, and

We got the personal trainers behind Jessica Biel's arms, Ryan Reynolds's abs and Jessica Alba's...well, everything to share the music they use to pump up their clients. Download their playlists for extra motivation to make it to the gym.

By Kristin Koch for TheNest.com

The Trainer: Kathy Kaehler

Celebrity Clients: Jennifer Aniston, Kim Kardashian, Julia Roberts, Denise Richards, Cindy Crawford, Matt Lauer

What's on Her Playlist:

"A Year Without Rain" -- Selena Gomez & The Scene

"I'm a Fire" -- Donna Summer

"I Will Love Again" -- Lara Fabian

"The Look of Love" -- Nina Simone (Madison Park vs. Lenny B Remix)

"No Air" -- Glee: The Music, Volume 1

"Café Mocha" -- Jesse Cook

"Raise Your Glass" -- Pink

"Off the Chain" -- Selena Gomez & The Scene

"Halo (Gomi Club Remix)" -- Beyoncé

"Rocketeer" -- Far East Movement featuring Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic

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1. Plan ahead
Don't wait until you need 'em. There's nothing lamer than being forced to hit pause on a hot-'n'-heavy sesh in order to dash out to the nearest drugstore for a love glove. It's hard to maintain your dignity (or your arousal) when it's 2 a.m., you've got third-degree bedhead, a hastily thrown-together outfit (are those his pants?), and condoms are the only thing you're buying (or charging, since you forgot cash). To save yourself the humiliation (and buzzkill) next time, start thinking of condoms as the household staple they actually are, and refresh your supply before it runs dry.

2. Shop proud
When you do go to stock up -- in broad daylight, no less -- here's how to avoid the shop of shame: Wind up browsing the rack alongside some awkward guy? Don't just grab whatever's at eye level and dash out. Instead, smile and stand your ground. While you definitely don't want to be the

Tis the season to create a wishlist, right? We breakdown the not-so-obvious stuff your partner wants you to do more often.

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HE SAYS:

"Drag" us to a chick flick

Truth is (sshhhh!), some of them are actually good. Julie & Julia? Heartwarming. Twilight? Go Team Jacob! And you're our only excuse to watch them. But don't abuse this privilege -- we really don't want to see that Eat, Pray, Love movie -- and we mean it (even the most sensitive dude has no interest in watching Julia Roberts bond with elephants).

Pick your nose

To clarify, we're not asking you to start digging for boogers all the time. And we appreciate that you use a tissue. But it's (oddly) endearing to catch you with your finger up your nose. It shows us you're human with a real body that has real functions too. And it makes it okay for us to fart (but, for the record, we don't totally love it when you fart -- farts smell).

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Want real sex advice that actually works? Check out these 10 tricks Nesties use in the bedroom.

By Caitlin Brody for TheNest.com

Once in a while my husband and I bring out what we call our "bag of tricks." We take turns getting blindfolded and whoever is blindfolded gets...pleasantly surprised. It can be as simple as a massage or a kiss (anywhere on the body). It's the anticipation of what to expect that we both love. --Moi9296

We flirt and tease each other all day long with cute little notes or emails. Anticipation works wonders. --tinychefjackson

Wearing thigh-highs or heels in bed is a must! --MissyCee

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Making out always gets us in the mood. Sounds so high school, but it really works! And, um, we love to watch porn together... That's our real secret weapon. --barbbhoww

One of our favorite positions is reverse cowgirl. I feel like I have more control, plus he gets a different view. --kalalu

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