Stretching Exercise for Splits

This Stretching Exercises are perfect for Splits and Back Flexibility. Splits is a position which is highly regarded as an indicator of flexibility. Splits can not only be used in gymnastics but also dance, in cheer-leading, martial arts, synchronized swimming and more. This tutorial shows stretches that help dancers achieve the splits and improve back flexibility.

Splits are one of the first things new dancers want to accomplish. Once you have your splits, new doors seem to open...obviously a flexible body gives a dancer a real edge.

Flexibility is determined by several factors: joint structure, ligaments, tendons, muscles, skin, tissue injury, fat tissue, body temperature, age and gender. You can quickly improve your flexibility by stretching. Before you start any stretching exercises, make sure your muscles are warm and your body temperature is raised. You can accomplish this by jogging in place, performing a few deep knee bends, rotating your body at the waist, and doing a few giant arm swings.