# Expert tips for doing the splits: stretch, be gentle, build flexibility

The Guardian Health shares expert advice on safely achieving the splits, emphasizing gradual stretching and flexibility exercises. The tips are aimed at fitness enthusiasts looking to improve their range of motion without injury.

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## Sources

### Health
- [The Guardian Health](https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2026/jul/13/how-to-do-the-splits) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:00:04 GMT