When was the last time you did the splits? If your answer is “never,” don’t worry, you’re definitely not alone. Asking your body to perform this impressive looking, but often painful task may seem like a good idea at first. But in reality, what looks like a fairly straightforward exercise — especially when you watch an 8-year-old do it — can actually end up being one of the most challenging and physically demanding moves you ever do. Before you attempt this feat of flexibility, check out these expert training tips and step-by-step instructions on how to do the splits. Stretches to prepare you for doing the splits The splits are one of the most demanding exercises to learn. There are several advanced versions of the splits, but most people start with one of two types: the front spli