When people talk about ‘the splits’ you can bet they’re talking about the middle splits, i.e. both legs stretched out to the sides.
Unfortunately, these are generally the most challenging splits to perform because they require great flexibility on both legs; however, this is also why they are often viewed as the epitome of flexibility.
The middle splits require excellent flexibility in the hip flexors, groin, hamstrings and quadriceps. Making progress with the middle splits especially requires increasing your flexibility with your hip flexors and hamstrings.
