What exercises and stretches can I use to help achieve the splits? by Brielle Ingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg en-us 2025-01-03 14:13:49 UTC 2025-03-22 12:36:22 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/8.0/png/1f9d8-2640.png brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3315787626 Make it a goal to learn a new stretch every day to improve flexibility!

]]> 2025-02-04 18:50:24 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3315787626 SOURCES brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3315789623 https://totalshape.com/training/best-stretches-for-splits/


https://youaligned.com/yoga/stretches-for-splits/


https://www.theyoganomads.com/18-helpful-stretches-for-splits/

]]> 2025-02-04 18:51:48 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3315789623 Achieving the splits has many benefits including: brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3331864023

  • Improved posture

  • Increased range of motion

  • Increased blood flow

  • Reduced stress

    • ]]>     2025-02-17 22:47:37 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3331864023     brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3331867224 Setting a goal to achieve the splits makes you more flexible for ballet or gymnastics!

    ]]>     2025-02-17 22:53:59 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3331867224     A few of the best stretches for achieving the splits are: brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3331867591

  • Lizard lunge

  • Reclining Hand-To-Big-Toe Pose

  • Pike stretch

  • Pyramid pose

  • Half split

  • Low lunge quad stretch

  • Butterfly pose

    • ]]>     2025-02-17 22:54:44 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3331867591     brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3352825449 Lizard Lunge:

    • Go into a low lunge and reach your arms to the inside of your front foot so that your elbows up to your wrist are on the ground holding you up.

    • Hold for 5-7 breaths and switch to the other leg.

    ]]>     2025-03-05 17:18:02 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3352825449     Did you know? brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3363143371 Holding your stretch for less than 30 seconds could actually shorten your muscles!

    ]]>     2025-03-12 16:52:03 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3363143371     brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3363152600 Reclining Hand-To-Big-Toe Pose:

    • Lie on your back and slowly reach your right knee towards the sky.

    • Hold it for 5-7 breaths and repeat with the other leg.

    • If it feels too intense, keep a slight bend in your knee to reduce the chances of injury.

    ]]>     2025-03-12 16:58:50 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3363152600     brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3363152710 Yoga blocks and yoga straps can be used to make stretching less intense and help you gain flexibility. Put yoga blocks under your heels to stabilize and stretch your feet and calves, between your hands to activate your shoulder and back muscles, and use them to hold you up when doing any stretch similar to an Extended Side Angle pose. (Below)

    ]]>     2025-03-12 16:58:54 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3363152710     Fun Fact! brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3363271552 Eating anti-inflammatory foods such as blueberries, turmeric, and watermelon help with flexibility!

    ]]>     2025-03-12 18:26:14 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3363271552     A few things to remember: brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3364829590 Make sure to ease in and out of intense stretches to reduce pain or injury. Include a warm-up routine before attempting intense exercises, such as jumping jacks or a short run in or around your house.  

    Most importantly, if you feel pain, TAKE A BREAK! Overstretching can lead to numerous injuries including strains, sprains, and even long-term effects on overall flexibility.

    ]]>     2025-03-13 14:26:42 UTC https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3364829590     brielleingersoll https://padlet.com/brielleingersoll/vbi2m72z5k1epkxg/wish/3364867031 Now you hold the key to achieving the splits! Remember to stretch as often as possible to avoid losing progress. Thanks for reading, and good luck with your splits!

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