Most favored situation: relaxed or stretched?

Hey, I have a question and am soliciting opinions, expertise and comment.

From the standpoint of both the disciplinarian and the subject, which is considered the superior position for corporal therapy: a standing/kneeling position with the buttocks pliable, or bent-over at 90 degrees or more with the tissue stretched tight? For serious discipline the latter seems to have favor. But it would appear that in the 'relaxed' state, there is more of a stinging sensation, a louder 'snap' with the stroke, and probably greater trauma to the skin. A taut target might show more bruising and longer-lasting visible results. I actually prefer the former, embracing St. Andrews, for example. But Mistress feels that her good work is for naught unless the cane nearly meets the bone. Thanks!

I get spankings either on hands and knees or flat and face down on the bed.

Exactly the basis for the question, 3333. Which position is 'best' from both your and your disciplinarian's point of view? Hands-and-knees, tightly stretched, or face-down with the result of more 'padding' over the bone?

Mine are always given OTK. When I "return the favor" to my friend I either have her OTK or bending over the arm of her couch.

Over the knee is really the best way to go!!!

I think for those who enjoy getting spanked, then i guess position can be flexible to suit.

However, for those that don't like getting them, then over the knee is the only way, as in my opinion it's the only way where one can't move once locked over with your leg.

whenever i've been smacked, it's alwys been over the knee 😢

Donna