What are the Different Types of the split? (with pictures)

2. Longitudinal twine

This type implies a position in which one leg will be in front of the body and the other behind. And the leg that is in front will determine the category of the twine – right-sided or left-sided. Due to the specific structure of the female body, it will be easier for women to master such a twine, and in comparison with the transverse, this type is slightly easier. There are slight differences in the performance of the longitudinal split in different disciplines.

• For example, “sporty” is performed in artistic gymnastics, its peculiarity is that the heel of the back foot should go up, and the little toe of the front foot should reach the floor, slightly turning the inner thigh outward.
• The choreographic type is performed in dances and ballet, there is a feature in the eversion of the hind leg, in which the knee is directed to the side. Keep your socks tight.
• In yoga, the twine is a separate asana and is performed by pulling the toe of the front leg “towards you”, while the heel of the back leg looks to the floor.