How to Do a Modified Split Stretch Exercise in Aerobics

Stretching is an important part of every aerobic exercise routine. The modified split will give your inner thigh a great stretch. Be sure your muscles are warm before you attempt this stretch, and ease into it the first time you do it.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Wear comfortable, stretchy pants. Sit on the floor with your back straight and your abdominal muscles pulled in tight, ready to start the aerobic workout.

2. Reach one leg straight out from the body. Bend your other leg at the knee and tuck it in toward your body. This is what makes this a modified split. In a full split, both of your legs would be outstretched.

3. Point your toes toward the ceiling. Don't let them fall inward as you stretch. Make sure your legs are spread out as far apart as possible to get the best stretch.

4. Lean your body toward one foot, keeping your shoulders in line with your hips. Reach toward you toes and you expand your rib cage as you feel a progressive stretch. You'll feel this through both the inner thigh and the opposite side of your body.

5. Fold your stretched leg back in toward your body. Reach the other leg out to the side and repeat the stretch on the opposite side. Hold each stretch for at least 30 seconds.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your body facing forward to get a good stretch along your side. If you bend down as far as you can and still don't feel an inner thigh stretch, try holding onto your ankle and pulling your torso in toward your leg.

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