Ways to Improve Your Flexibility

You can always improve your flexibility. But sometimes you just don't know how!

I didn't explain actual stretches to you in how to become more flexible. So, here are some stretches that might work for you:

The Simple Stretches

That's right. Just the normal old v-sit will help a lot! You just need to focus when you stretch. If you truly want to be more flexible, then work on being more flexible. Stretch and think of stretching that extra inch as your goal. You won't become flexible if you don't genuinely want it. Stretching requires focus.

The Split

Sit in your splits for a minute or two and feel the stretch. If you don't feel any stretch, elevate one leg on a stair, step, or phonebook. You can also try to split against a doorway. Hold the sides of the wall to keep your balance.

On the other hand, if you cannot do the splits, then go as close as you can and stay in this position for at least a minute. Don't estimate, either. Use a clock, or else you might think it's been one minute when it's only been 20 seconds. Pain impairs your estimation!

Spread Eagle

There are a lot of names for this one. Basically, sit in a v-sit near a wall. Spread your legs out as far as possible and pull yourself into the wall as far as you can. This helps a lot in doing the middle splits.

Stretch with a Friend!

There's lots of stretches you can do with a partner! Lay on your back–legs straight; point both toes. Have a partner elevate one leg as far to your nose as possible. Try resisting your partner's push for ten seconds, relaxing and pulling your leg in for ten seconds, resisting, etc. You can also do this by yourself by simply pulling your own leg in.

Here's another one. Place your leg on a friend's shoulder (be careful!). If that is too high for you, tell your partner to lower it. Your partner can then hold your leg and raise it up as you get used to the stretch. You should lean on a wall so you don't lose your balance!

These stretches all work, but the best way to stretch is to use a mixture of everything. Stretch every muscle in your body.

The most important thing to know when stretching is to focus. You can't just stretch without focusing and expect to become more flexible. When you stretch, think about stretching and nothing else. This focus is really what is going to help you.

Comment and tell me if this helps!