7 Yoga Poses That Will Help You Learn How to Do a Split

This vertical split stretch is great practice before doing a horizontal split. It will target the standing leg's hamstring while also stretching your hips.

• Begin in Standing Forward Bend. Inhale and shift weight into your left foot and your palms.
• Lift your right leg up as high as you can. Tuck your chin and draw your torso toward your left leg, breathing deeply and relaxing the shoulders away from the ears.
• Stay here for five breaths, then return your right leg to the floor.
• Stay here for a complete breath, and repeat this stretch with the right foot on the floor.