Martial Arts Stretching » Stretching Splits http://www.martialartsstretching.com Your Source for Advanced Martial Arts Stretching Knowledge Wed, 08 Sep 2010 02:29:36 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 When stretching to become more flexible in the splits, is it better to stretch every day or every other day? http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/when-stretching-to-become-more-flexible-in-the-splits-is-it-better-to-stretch-every-day-or-every-other-day http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/when-stretching-to-become-more-flexible-in-the-splits-is-it-better-to-stretch-every-day-or-every-other-day#comments Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:24:33 +0000 admin http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/when-stretching-to-become-more-flexible-in-the-splits-is-it-better-to-stretch-every-day-or-every-other-day just curious, i know that for building muscle its best (at least to my knowledge) to wait a day in between to give the muscles a chance to repair. so i was just curious as to what you think is better. im currently stretching to get my left, right, and middle splits! (:

Everyday. Remember to warm up before you do stretching though!

If you want to get your splits quicker,stretch everyday for an hour. If you stretch every other day,you may not get your splits as quick. It all depends on time,patience and how hard you are working to get your splits! good luck

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Thanks~

Normally, slight pain. You want to be stretching enough so that you’re actually improving your flexibility, but you also don’t want to be stretching to the point of over-stretching. If you are severely uncomfortable or in great pain, tone it down a bit. It’s all about finding a good balance!
Good Luck!

]]> http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/when-stretching-for-the-splits-how-much-should-you-feel-it-during-the-stretch/feed 3 Pain in side of knee when stretching for side splits. Is this normal? http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/pain-in-side-of-knee-when-stretching-for-side-splits-is-this-normal http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/pain-in-side-of-knee-when-stretching-for-side-splits-is-this-normal#comments Sat, 28 Aug 2010 06:49:40 +0000 admin http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/pain-in-side-of-knee-when-stretching-for-side-splits-is-this-normal Whenever i sit on the floor with my legs in second and try to stretch for the side splits, I always feel a real pulling on the side of my knee. I was just wondering if this is normal or if I am doing something wrong when stretching? Can anyone suggest any good stretches for side splits? Thank you.

Knee pain is never normal. If it is on the outside of your knee it could be your ACL on the inside your MCL. You are forcing your knee into a position that it cannot handle. Perhaps your quads aren’t strong enough and you should work on building them up or perhaps you are turning your knee in a way it is not suppose to be aligned. In the meantime, ice your knee and rest it. Stay away from doing this until you see your teacher and they can give you hands on advice and can spot what is wrong. Otherwise your knee’s stability could be jeopardized.

]]> http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/pain-in-side-of-knee-when-stretching-for-side-splits-is-this-normal/feed 4 I am not very flexible. Would like to learn how to do a straddle or split. Stretching ideas? http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/i-am-not-very-flexible-would-like-to-learn-how-to-do-a-straddle-or-split-stretching-ideas http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/i-am-not-very-flexible-would-like-to-learn-how-to-do-a-straddle-or-split-stretching-ideas#comments Thu, 26 Aug 2010 18:49:53 +0000 admin http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/i-am-not-very-flexible-would-like-to-learn-how-to-do-a-straddle-or-split-stretching-ideas I’ve never been very flexible. I’m less flexible than the average person. I can’t even touch my toes. Lately I have been dying to do a split or stradle.
I know it takes a while to be able to achieve a straddle or split. But I don’t even know where to start for stretching. Anyone have any stretches to recommend? Any videos or photos you could show would be awesome. Detailed instructions are okay too.

When you wake up in the morning, stretch your body out when you stand up. It increases flexibility. Be careful when stretching you can hurt yourself.

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I Need Some Stretches To Do To Be Able To Do The Splits, Which Should Make My Head Kicks Much Higher And Faster, I’m Not Far Off The Floor While Doing The Splits, But I Want To Get All The Way Down, So Any Gymnasts, Please Give Some Stretching Ideas. Thanks

Actually, doing the splits is extremely unlikely to help with your high kick. That’s because there are two separate types of stretches the body can perform. Plastic stretches, like the splits, stretch the red tendons which stretch and recover slowly. Doing static stretches will help you develop your plastic flexibility to perform deeper, longer stances, but is not going to be very helpful in your goal to kick higher.

Kicking requires elastic flexibility, which is found in the white tendons. This is the same type of flexibility that makes your strikes faster. Dynamic movements are best for developing elastic flexibility. If you want to kick higher, focus on target training. Do partner drills with a focus mitt, having your partner move the mitt a bit higher after each strike. It will take some time, but if you’re practicing martial arts being able to kick head level is a fundamental skill. Hope this helps!

]]> http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/leg-splits-stretching/feed 2 my split stretches http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/my-split-stretches http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/my-split-stretches#comments Fri, 06 Aug 2010 09:14:19 +0000 admin http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/my-split-stretches I had a few people who are looking to do full splits wondering what stretches I do for my splits. Here they are! :-) Its pretty brief in the video but usually takes me about 10-15 mins..important to stretch both legs. I try to do them every day but it doesn’t always happen. I wasn’t able to get as far down as my latest split progress video but still pretty close. Some days I’m more flexible then other days. Not sure what the “right” stretches are for doing the splits but these seem to be working for me! :-)

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]]> http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/my-split-stretches/feed 25 What are some good sources on stretching and doing splits? (thomas kurz?)? http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/what-are-some-good-sources-on-stretching-and-doing-splits-thomas-kurz http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/what-are-some-good-sources-on-stretching-and-doing-splits-thomas-kurz#comments Fri, 30 Jul 2010 20:21:52 +0000 admin http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/what-are-some-good-sources-on-stretching-and-doing-splits-thomas-kurz I am looking for a safe way to do them. I am looking for an organized routine. I would like some isometric stretching to be involved since it is the fastest way. I have done a lot of research and still havent been able to put together a good routine.

If anyone knows where to find thomas kurz secrets to stretching dvd. let me know also.

http://www.stadion.com/stretching_scientifically.html
This is where you can purchase the revised edition of the book you wanted

]]> http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/what-are-some-good-sources-on-stretching-and-doing-splits-thomas-kurz/feed 2 Gymnastics Warm Ups : Left & Right Leg Splits for Gymnastics Warm Ups http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/gymnastics-warm-ups-left-right-leg-splits-for-gymnastics-warm-ups http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/gymnastics-warm-ups-left-right-leg-splits-for-gymnastics-warm-ups#comments Thu, 15 Jul 2010 20:13:14 +0000 admin http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/gymnastics-warm-ups-left-right-leg-splits-for-gymnastics-warm-ups Learn gymnastics warm ups such as left and right leg splits in this free online video lesson.

Expert: Heather McCanna
Bio: Heather McCanna has been making cards for ten years. She teaches craft lessons to Elementary School children, and regularly volunteers arts-and-crafts time to a local high school.
Filmmaker: Charles McCanna

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]]> http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/gymnastics-warm-ups-left-right-leg-splits-for-gymnastics-warm-ups/feed 25 Splits stretches (Request) http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/splits-stretches-request http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/splits-stretches-request#comments Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:09:17 +0000 admin http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/splits-stretches-request This video was a request from KaciAnderson (sorry If I spelled it wrong)… I show some stretches and I hope it helps :)
Please tell me if you know the song’s name!! :)

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]]> http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/splits-stretches-request/feed 25 How to stretch for splits and High Kicks ( roundhouse, hook, side kick ) http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/how-to-stretch-for-splits-and-high-kicks-roundhouse-hook-side-kick http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/how-to-stretch-for-splits-and-high-kicks-roundhouse-hook-side-kick#comments Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:13:26 +0000 admin http://www.martialartsstretching.com/stretching-splits/how-to-stretch-for-splits-and-high-kicks-roundhouse-hook-side-kick How to stretch for splits and High Kicks ( roundhouse, hook, side kick ). Strong explosive muscles flexibility stretching knockouts kickboxing taekwondo martial arts mma k1 cage street fights fighters

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