Discover the exciting world of acroyoga with our latest video focusing on the straddle split. Perfect for yoga and fitness ...

One look at the samakonasana aka straddle split and you know it’s not for the faint-hearted. Not to forget that it helps open those deep pelvic muscles that most of the exercises/ asanas don’t even ...

Gymnastics was part of my life for more than half of it. We know gymnasts are strong; I've written about bodyweight moves I still do to this day. We know they're flexible — case in point: Katelyn ...

Doing the splits isn’t out of reach as long as you’re willing to be patient and actively work on your flexibility with preparatory exercises. Share on Pinterest When was the last time you did the ...

Being able to do the splits is a remarkable feat. If you're not quite bendy enough to strike the pose (it me), you might think the splits are reserved for a select few elite. Don't count yourself out ...

Straddle flexibility is about so much more than doing the splits. Fitness experts explain why hip-opening strength is key for your fitness game. Besides hip tightness, straddle flexibility helps with ...

There are two things I know to be true. One, I love a challenge. (Perhaps you remember my daily plank practice?) And two, I hate failing. When the opportunity to partake in a flexibility challenge ...

I have a confession: I don't stretch enough after working out. But whether doing cardio or strength training, I always make time for this one stretch — seated straddle. My lower back and hamstrings ...

Misty Copeland illustrates her superhuman flexibility in five ballet stretches. These stretches include the Seated Side-Straddle, Double Pigeon Pose, Seated Side Stretch, Front Split, and Frog Pose.