I'm a Former Gymnast, and These Are the 12 Stretches I Still Do For My Splits

This move is simple, yet effective for stretching your hamstrings. Flexing your feet will up the intensity a bit. And, unlike how we used to do it in practice, there won't be a coach over you pushing your chest to meet your thighs for a minute straight!

• Sit on the floor with your legs straight in front of you. Make your spine as long as you can.
• Slowly hinge at your hips, lowering your torso toward your thighs. Maintain a straight back and fold as far as you need to feel a nice stretch in your back and hamstrings. Don't worry about folding your body completely in half unless this is comfortable for you.
• Stay like this for five deep breaths.