Front Splits

Difficulty

Advanced

Position

Floor

Type

Static stretching, Yoga

Sides

Both sides

Hold time

60–120 s per set in our routines

How to do the Front Splits

1. Begin kneeling and extend one leg forward, resting hands on the floor for balance.
2. Lift the back knee and start to slide the back foot behind you while the front heel reaches forward.
3. Lower your hips toward the floor, keeping your torso upright and hips square.
4. Hold with steady breaths and back out slowly when finished.

Tips

• Keep both hip points facing forward so the stretch stays balanced.
• Engage your legs even as you lengthen to protect the joints.

Adjustments

• Place yoga blocks under your hands for extra support.
• Keep a soft bend in the front knee or use props under your thighs if you are not at the floor yet.

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