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bigmike1380 Posts: 8	Nov 25, 2008 3:05 PM GMT Hey guys so i just wanna know can a grown man like me with a bit of muscle learn or train to do the splits just had a thought that it would be fun to learn. Well hope yall can help Cheers Mike

Hidden member	Nov 25, 2008 3:37 PM GMT Lots of stretching. I had a fill-in instructor for kickboxing that had a nice build and was amazing flexible.
Hidden member	Nov 25, 2008 4:33 PM GMT stretch for half an hour a day every day. in a few months you will be able to do the splits. stretching hurts if it doesnt hurt you aren't doing it right.
Czarodziej Posts: 936	Nov 25, 2008 5:37 PM GMT true- but there's a difference between bearably sore and unbearably painful- obviously, let it 'hurt so good' but don't force the stretches or you'll do damage. slow and easy's the way- it takes time but the cumulative effect of practicing every day will get u there. make sure you warm up a bit first- its dangerous to stretch cold muscles. taking a good yoga class helps too
Ducky46 Posts: 2604	Nov 25, 2008 6:24 PM GMT yoga, yoga, yoga! You could also take karate as well.
a1972guy Posts: 3008	Nov 25, 2008 6:25 PM GMT Um, OUCH!!!! Check this out..... http://www.runtheplanet.com/trainingracing/stretching/chap4-splits.asp
Hidden member	Nov 25, 2008 7:02 PM GMT Hmmm, I wonder If I can learn how to flex/strech all the way down there?
HighVoltageGu... Posts: 1957	Nov 25, 2008 7:39 PM GMT Kozmeka saidHmmm, I wonder If I can learn how to flex/strech all the way down there? They have inflatable dildos for that.
a1972guy Posts: 3008	Nov 25, 2008 8:10 PM GMT HighVoltageGuy said Kozmeka saidHmmm, I wonder If I can learn how to flex/strech all the way down there? They have inflatable dildos for that.
Hidden member	Nov 25, 2008 8:18 PM GMT HighVoltageGuy and a1972guy. You guys made me laugh so hard at work. I even got pictures in my head!. Sounds to me like someone already has look into this and the a1972guy watched you do it! So did it work? Shit, I get cramps all the time lol! I kid I kid!!!
HighVoltageGu... Posts: 1957	Nov 25, 2008 8:35 PM GMT Well Koz, I originally started off with the infatable butt plug and have now gradually worked myself up to a very large witches hat.
a1972guy Posts: 3008	Nov 25, 2008 8:40 PM GMT Kozmeka saidHighVoltageGuy and a1972guy. You guys made me laugh so hard at work. I even got pictures in my head!. Sounds to me like someone already has look into this and the a1972guy watched you do it! So did it work? Shit, I get cramps all the time lol! I kid I kid!!! Just watch the lungs ok!!!
Hidden member	Nov 25, 2008 8:50 PM GMT I'll never look at a construction cone in the same way ever again.
Czarodziej Posts: 936	Nov 25, 2008 9:20 PM GMT lmfao
Hidden member	Nov 26, 2008 6:42 AM GMT Wrong forum guys, traffic cones are used for squats not splits
Hidden member	Nov 26, 2008 5:33 PM GMT a1972guy saidUm, OUCH!!!! Check this out..... http://www.runtheplanet.com/trainingracing/stretching/chap4-splits.asp I know a girl who had her hip broken like that. she was being stretched by a teacher prior to a balet audition and had her leg on a chair and in a split and her hips broke.
DCEric Posts: 1551	Nov 26, 2008 5:54 PM GMT chungo44 saidWrong forum guys, traffic cones are used for squats not splits win. thread over.
gallus81 Posts: 131	Nov 30, 2008 6:51 AM GMT http://www.cmcrossroads.com/bradapp/docs/rec/stretching/ for a comprehensive understanding of stretching and flexing, or http://www.amazon.com/Stretching-Scientifically-Flexibility-Training-Revision/dp/0940149451/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1206421562&sr=8-1 for a good read by a guy who knows a fair bit about the subject interestingly neither discuss the topic of traffic cones or dildos ...
stef_30 Posts: 1	Jul 18, 2009 8:46 AM GMT hi, If you work 5 days every week you win in flexibility, I think the most important you dont force.
Hidden member	Jul 19, 2009 10:05 PM GMT If BigMike learns to do the splits (with those big scrumptious thighs) I suggest making a youtube video to demonstrate the newly found ability. And perhaps some pictures too. And don't forget to wear nothing more than some undersized underwear for the process.
DODGY1974 Posts: 484	Jul 19, 2009 10:16 PM GMT Oh absolutely, we need photographic evidence!
shirty Posts: 79	Jul 27, 2009 7:52 PM GMT You can definitely learn to do the splits! Some great suggestions have already been mentioned here, but you basically have to do the stretches every day. (I recommend twice a day for 15-20 mins). Also, assuming you do weight training, it's important to stretch immediately afterwards - even if you only have time for 5 minutes. The strength training actually counteracts the stretching, so if you don't combine the two you lose a lot of mobility. Yoga is great, but you won't be able to do the splits just from doing yoga. The stretches are more specific than a yoga class can provide. Good luck
HRGUY Posts: 228	Jul 27, 2009 8:23 PM GMT From my experience as a former dancer who now does a lot of yoga, some guys can eventually do the splits (sometimes just one leg and not the other...for me straddle splits are the hardest) and some can't. Whether you ultimately are able to do full splits or not, getting limber will help with all sports and help decrease the chance of injury. Good luck!
sam1210 Posts: 1	Aug 10, 2009 6:18 PM GMT if u stretch for a bit every day, u'll be able to do a split but prob just on one leg. that means putting only one leg in front, usually ur best leg. some people can never do a middle split because they start stretching too late and u have to manipulate ur hip structure to be able to do one properly! b.t.w going through the pain of stretching just to do a split for the sake of doing one, e.g to show off, is pointless and a waste of time. a split doesnt really impress n e one coz a lot of people can do them! if u need to be flexible for a sport like kickboxing, then it's worth stretching. p.s. u'll never be able to do what im doing in my pic ('that thing that the pussycat dolls girl does') coz u have to start stretching at a much younger age!...(in case u were wondering)
Hidden member	Aug 14, 2009 12:05 AM GMT sam1210 saidif u stretch for a bit every day, u'll be able to do a split but prob just on one leg. that means putting only one leg in front, usually ur best leg. some people can never do a middle split because they start stretching too late and u have to manipulate ur hip structure to be able to do one properly! b.t.w going through the pain of stretching just to do a split for the sake of doing one, e.g to show off, is pointless and a waste of time. a split doesnt really impress n e one coz a lot of people can do them! if u need to be flexible for a sport like kickboxing, then it's worth stretching. p.s. u'll never be able to do what im doing in my pic ('that thing that the pussycat dolls girl does') coz u have to start stretching at a much younger age!...(in case u were wondering) Oh please, don't act like it's too late or you're so special cuz a young age story. I took gymnastics when I was very young and I was naturally a little more flexible (some people are) I didn't do anything really for like 10 yrs and I got into stretching last year and have really increased my flexibility. I am SOO close to doing a split. I am short, and maybe that helps, but I think by doing it every day for a half and hour and holding stretches for about 30 seconds, anyone can be flexible. Don't forget LOTS of water and eating fruits and veggies.
Hidden member	Aug 14, 2009 12:32 AM GMT chungo44 saidWrong forum guys, traffic cones are used for squats not splits OMG!
cupidshold Posts: 634	Aug 14, 2009 1:03 AM GMT I used to be able to put my foot behind my head.
mmmship Posts: 9	Aug 17, 2009 6:47 PM GMT oh, just have some balls. have a strong buddy to push u down. splitting into position. tough love. the pain doesnt mean that u are injured. it's just a pain of release.
jrs1 Posts: 1474	Sep 03, 2009 7:36 PM GMT no way ... can I learn how to split. I've got thighs for days and ... no ... it just would not work.
mmmship Posts: 9	Oct 09, 2009 4:45 AM GMT get on youtube and search for contortionist training. you would never consider a 180 a split anymore! it must be beyond 180 and WAY more.
Hidden member	Oct 09, 2009 5:27 AM GMT Absolutely. I've pretty much always been able to do them, and I have thicker, muscular legs.
wushu18t Posts: 105	Oct 09, 2009 5:31 AM GMT <---------------- but i don't have much muscle. just stretch everyday to uncomfortableness, but not so far it's painful.

Hidden member	Oct 09, 2009 5:32 AM GMT There is no qay I could ever do them, and don't want to. I would be worried I couldn't get up