To do the splits, you'll need to consistently stretch your hamstrings, hip flexors, and glutes. Stretches for the splits include the butterfly, piriformis, and kneeling hip flexor stretch.

How to do the splits: a week-long guide When learning to do the splits, 'consistency is huge,' says professional dancer and personal trainer Simone Sobers, creator of the Boss Chick Dance Workout.

Try these expert-approved tips for increasing flexibility to do a split.

I spent a lot of time watching YouTube tutorials, and while YouTube does have some great stretching classes, the "how to do the splits in two weeks" videos are basically useless.