Fat AND Flexible: I finally got my splits! // (splits stretches included)

[@thighsthelimit]

What are your flexibility goals? Let me know below!

[@soupman5836]

I remember a few years ago I wanted to learn how to do splits, but I noticed that my leg fat would roll and prevent me from going any lower into the splits. Great to see that other big girls can still do it

[@Sam-ui9rk]

Ive been chubby all my life and rn im 18 years old, ive never seen anyone my size do the splits and now im trying to lose weight and get flexible so this is really inspiring, thank you for the video and tutorial!!

[@thighsthelimit]

You're welcome! And you got this, just take it one day at a time!

[@jessicanorris3614]

Love this video. I've been watching a lot of "how to do the splits when you can already do the splits and are like 19 years old and have all the time in the world" videos, but it's really inspirational to see another busy person about my weight having to put in a lot of work/effort and getting big payoffs.

[@thighsthelimit]

Aw thank you!! I was definitely a lot bendier at 19 (how I miss those days lol), but I definitely believe you can be flexible at any age, with enough practice!

[@jessicanorris3614]

@@thighsthelimit yeah I'm 40 so I notice how much more slowly my flexibility improves now compared to at 18. but I think age also gives you better mental stamina somehow

[@kristenanderson4171]

I like your type of goofy, how realistic & honest you are about your stretches, & good god your eyes are beautiful!

[@thighsthelimit]

That's so sweet, thank you!

[@kimyeung5307]

I have never done ballet or gymnastics when I was a little girl but now in my 40s I am strong and hyper flexible. I can do splits on all sides without feeling a stretch. You go girl!

[@thighsthelimit]

that is awesome!!!

[@LouLou-tb9pm]

Your mindset towards exercising is very inspiring. That’s what body positivity should look like😊💕

[@thighsthelimit]

Thank you!

[@seawarriorjones]

Lol I forgot you had a cat named ray liotta. That’s great.

[@thighsthelimit]

lol, that's courtesy of my sister. He was just Rey, she's the one who gave him the last name, though we mostly call him little Liotta. My husband is the one who gave him a theme song 🤣

[@TiffanyMidstokke]

Loved your video. I've been overweight all my life, and always thought splits were what the skinny girls do. I've never even tried. At the end of your video, I felt much more confident and inspired! Must say, though, my favorite part is the end where I see a cat that looks like mine right next to books I have on my shelf, too!

[@thighsthelimit]

thank you! I'm glad it inspired you. Splits are for everyone! And her name is Beto, she's the world's biggest diva, but we love her dearly. :)

[@thomasking4791]

Anndd subbed. I'm only 10 seconds in but anybody who calls their cat Ray Liotta is somebody I want in my life :)

[@kyi6739]

Hello, ohio checking in! I'm so inspired by your video. So I'm a bored single hard working momma. Taking a break from dating because it sucks, lol. So I thought why not work on my fitness goals. I've always wanted to be able to do a split. Just started stretching yesterday so I might take a while. Your video definitely encouraged me to keep going at my own pace. ❤️😁

[@thighsthelimit]

Get it girl! There's no rush, get it at your own pace and celebrate each bit of progress! ❤️

[@esse_kaye]

This is awesome! I've been trying to think of a measurable non-weight related fitness goal (recovering from e.d.) and this is IT! I've always wanted to be able to do one, but not taken the steps to do it. I've always liked yoga, and am capable of a really deep pigeon. This video is what I needed to see today.

[@thighsthelimit]

Yay, I'm glad it gave you a helpful idea! I actually just finished a "trying advanced yoga poses video" that'll be out in a few weeks when I'm done editing, but holy cow, it was hard. It definitely made me want to try yoga regularly!

[@jenniferloos6288]

I love you Goofy. I really love the way you got the cats in ur videos. You're really good at these

[@Iqra-123-m5r]

Thanks you I did it

[@Paul-y8f7f]

I want to give it a try been thinking about it over the years was no too shore my weight and after watching your video I want to see I can get there and gd video

[@jerris8836]

So proud of you Heather!!

[@StitchBlackFashion]

I used to be able to do Capoeira (Well the basics), so I understand the need to get back to former flexibility - Just need to start a program to get more mobility.

[@thighsthelimit]

Go for it! I'd actually love to learn more about Capoeira if I had the chance, it's very interesting.

[@StitchBlackFashion]

@@thighsthelimit go for it. Make it a 2022 goal :)

[@Isratj.s]

Thank you for making this video. You broke my wrong assumption about being fat I can never do a split like my friends, who are way more slim. They almost got their split and I was kinda feeling sad for me like why I'm so fat and all. Thanks again. ❤❤❤

[@Nerdolli]

I am young with very thick thighs and I thought I had to lose weight to do splits but you taught me chubby people can do it too 😊

[@thighsthelimit]

yay! I'm so glad :)

[@antisocialXXchromosome]

I love your energy ❤

[@thighsthelimit]

Thank you! ❤️

[@sawksgamertv8578]

Im going to give this a go. I started Karate 🥋 at the age of 38……..and being quite a chunky lad, it was the first time I really felt old. Seeing all the teenagers and kids being able to complete the exercises, and me not being able to kick the pads because they were to high 🥹🥹 I was like dammm. I need to sort myself out Hopefully these stretches help me out 🙏🏻😊

[@thighsthelimit]

I feel ya on this. I'm a physical therapy student, and I'm older than most of my classmates as well as more out of shape. In some classes we are learning about and doing tests used on athletes, and I'm way behind my classmates in terms of being able to do them. It's never too late to start getting healthy and strong though. You can do it! 🎉

[@monpederson]

Great work! Today is my first day and doing a stretch program similar to yours so wish me luck !

[@thighsthelimit]

That's awesome! You got this! Just do your best to be consistent and be patient with your progress. It takes quite a bit of time sometimes, but you can absolutely do it!

[@andydufrin2426]

Im 45 a bit over weight since over year im trying get split ...im about 15 cm from ground and had plateau ...i hav doms always ..and wish get it one day

[@thighsthelimit]

Good for you for working toward it! It's definitely not an overnight process. I pushed it too hard for a while and messed up my leg and that took at least a month to heal. Definitely take breaks as needed and check in with your doctor if you need to. Plateaus suck! I've been on one for a while, but it's because I tend to do really well until finals hit and then I stress eat. Just take it one day at a time. Good decisions eventually add up! You got this!

[@andydufrin2426]

@@thighsthelimit i have carful...my hips start have sort of pain and stiffness and i feel take some weeks to rest ....and being consistznt does not mean stretche evert day if you have doms. I will take another years if i dont progress mean my anatomy does not allow go more down...better at that time to stop hurting my self.

[@rajughosh3735]

❤️❤️

[@HerLegacyVisionary]

So inspiring!!

[@thighsthelimit]

thank you! :)

[@jennyschauer834]

I have a question when I was trying to do the splits I had to stop because I started to feel a weakness the part where my leg connects to my hip area.

[@thighsthelimit]

I'd love to say I knew immediately, but on that one, you're gonna need to check with your doctor or physical therapist. There's a lot of things that can go on in that area, and it's best to go where they can do a physical exam and see what's up. I hope they can get you some quick efficient answers though!

[@tariqabdelkareem4543]

Someone remind me of this so that I don't lose motivation

[@thighsthelimit]

Motivation comes and goes. Highly recommend setting a monthly reminder in your phone. It helped keep me going!

[@hailieB527]

Hey did you stretch today?

[@KiwiSeoul]

4:41 Stretches

[@SandyDepuy]

Its been 3yrs how about an updated on the splits

[@thighsthelimit]

I've been a little lax with my stretching in the last few months, so I'm currently not 100% on the ground, but I'm only about 1 inch or so off, so not too shabby

[@mahadgx316]

Thancks🎉

[@HairinM]

Hello! First of all congratulations on achieving your splits! 😁 How long did it took you? I've been doing my exercises every day ( I only missed one day each week) since October, but I can't do the split yet! I won't give up

[@thighsthelimit]

Thank you! If I remember correctly, I started stretching in October and finally got them in February. I was about 4 inches off the ground when starting. I will say that I likely got my split faster than the average time because I used to be able to do them in high school (10+ years ago). Just be patient with yourself and remember not to push into pain, you should just feel a good stretch. You got this!

[@HairinM]

@@thighsthelimit I've never been able to do them, so I guess it will take some time 😅

[@thighsthelimit]

@@HairinM don't worry, you'll get there! Just be patient with yourself!

[@Your._.LocalgirlDaneka]

I love your vids

[@thighsthelimit]

I'm so glad! 🤗

[@amirnehal3491]

Wow sweetheart! Love you! Impressed by you

[@kimplantar9745]

How long have you doing the stretches before you achieve to splits??😃

[@thighsthelimit]

I believe I started in October and finally got them by February. It'll vary person to person on how much time it takes, but it definitely helps if you do it regularly!

[@imadnakhleh]

How old are you when you did the splits?Congratulations your are a inspiration. 🎉❤

[@thighsthelimit]

I was able to do them in high school but hadn't kept up with my stretches. I started stretching again for them at 30 and finally got them at 31. And thank you!

[@solisinvictus4238]

I wonder if there's a follow-up on this I'll try to look later

[@thighsthelimit]

I haven't made a follow up one at this point. No crazy changes. I got a little lax in my stretching while studying for the boards, so I'm not quite on the ground anymore, but I'm not too far off. Now that I'm finally done with school, I plan to get my splits game back on track. Would love to get my middle splits too someday! It's definitely an if you don't use it you lose it kinda thing.

[@solisinvictus4238]

@@thighsthelimit Thank you for the follow up!!

[@TheofficialGwenStacy]

I know I’m late I just found this but you are not fat you are super pretty

[@thighsthelimit]

That's so sweet thank you!

[@jenniferloos6288]

Make sure u stress the importance of squaring your hips (keep them perfectly horizontal like u would when just standing straight). I love these videos

[@tomergantz6959]

Her hips are square

[@AzusenaCasiano]

Hiiiiiii

[@PreciousIkechukwu-n8i]

Nice one

[@UjuwaChukwulobe-xy5sy]

I will be able to overcome spilt

[@thighsthelimit]

You can do it! Just take it slow, one day at a time

[@adesinaomowumi3562]

I did a full split

[@thighsthelimit]

That's awesome, congratulations!!!

[@adesinaomowumi3562]

5:24

[@nylahreid3376]

🤚l am 9 mi nona nylah

[@thighsthelimit]

Hi Nylah! 👋🏻 Have a great day!

[@katlegophiri3260]

❤Lol.ok

[@jenniferloos6288]

How do I get rid of my fat? Lol

[@ZakiesWorld]

🤤🤤🤤😈😈😈