Beginner Yoga Challenge: Splits

Performed by Marin Jayden

Benefits of the Splits: Relieves sciatica pain and strengthens the hamstrings, pelvic, and abdominal muscles.

Starting in Downward Dog, step forward with the right foot between the hands.
Lower the back knee to the floor, keeping it behind the hips.
Your right toes should be flexed toward the sky.
Open up your hamstrings and fully move into the stretch.
Slide your right heel forwards until the back of your leg is fully on the ground.
Have your legs hug the ground to deepen the stretch.

Modifications: It’s okay if you can’t do a full split. Stretch your hamstring as far as you can and start to fold forward from the waist. Feel the stretch in your hamstrings.

Splits