FRONT SPLIT TUTORIAL | WARM-UP + HOW-TO | kinkysweat

[@vvv12375]

It would be really helpful if you did a walk-through/follow along stretch video! This showed a lot of different variations, but it would be nice to follow along with you and hold the stretches with you in a video. I hope that makes sense :) Thank you!!

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you for the suggestion, Victoria! I will keep that in mind when I plan my next flexy videos!

[@boblowblawlawblog5806]

You know why I keep coming back to this video every time I need stretching inspiration? 1) This is so concise where you go through 90% of all I need to know in 7 minutes, unlike the thousands of other stretch with me videos of wholeass 45 minutes I need to try to fast forward to get an idea of what stretches to do. 2) The voice-over is so clear explaining each stretch. 3) The beginner versions of each stretch for noobies.

[@aliciaarcher]

I can’t thank you enough for writing this invaluable feedback! I will keep all this in mind for my future videos! More to come!

[@mellanij6003]

A full body yoga basics video for beginners would be awesome.

[@aliciaarcher]

You got it--I'm not yoga certified, but I can break down many movements that can be found in a yoga class for beginners!

[@Tribeofjudah89]

kinkysweat sis how long do I hold the stretch for each set

[@vassilikichela3186]

Found your video and decided to practice.. After only 5 days, hallo full front splits for the first time in my life!!!! And I m 39! Why is that?? Because you have the best warm up ever!! I don't know if you are a teacher but you definitely should be!

[@judis9184]

Thank you for the video. Please, please, please do a beginner stretch video!!! I’m not a youngster and far from flexible and I know I need to start somewhere. Thank you very much! By the way loving your hair tutorials too! 😊👍🏽

[@aliciaarcher]

You got! Thank you for the feedback, Judith! I’ll work on that program-

[@judis9184]

kinkysweat Thx!!!

[@samdark417]

You are beyond gorgoeus!

[@gillypiexo]

I just found these videos that include the stretches and warm ups!!! Usually i watch you for makeup 💄 😏 these videos are soooo extremely helpfully i could cry. I always have pain in my hips (i just turned 30) but ive had hip dysplasia and hyperflexability since forever. I seriously appreciate these videos; you make it so focused on strengthening and target the areas i really need help with. 😇🥰🤯🥳💗💗💗💗

[@BBLuster]

I loved this!!! ❤️ I had a baby a year ago and got out of the habit of practicing yoga. I had a 2 hour practice 4 times a week. I miss it so bad. You just motivated me! Thank you sis!

[@aliciaarcher]

Anytime! Day by day, bit by bit 💕

[@shannoncarswell]

1:26 So smooth😗

[@MsABee1]

This video alone showed me many things that I have be doing incorrectly in my yoga class with my hips. Thank you! I love how flexible you are... I used to be many years ago in my youth... I am trying to get it back... it is very difficult. The proper techniques are very important... Thank you for the visual and the explanations.

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you for watching!!! I’m happy to hear that these tips helped!

[@Curandera99]

This is fantastic! Thank you! I love all the options you are giving on how to get there in degrees. I hope you take this as the compliment I am intending to make, but as a lady with a generous behind, I love seeing someone like me being flexible. I've had this bizarre idea that my struggles with doing the splits was because of my butt. It just helps psychologically to see someone with my body type being flexible. Again, thanks!

[@aliciaarcher]

Yes! And I indeed take it as a compliment 💕🙏🏽 I know exactly what you mean! Several times in my training, I turn around to my tush and think “Get out of the way!!!” 🤣 It might be tougher for us because we’re working through more booty, but it’s possible! And believe it or not, because of the hip extension required for sound split technique-the action has not only strengthening benefits, but sculpting ones too 🙌🏽

[@PeaceNLiebe]

Incredibly helpful and I didn’t feel unsafe while doing these because of your tips! Blocks and strap was a must with my tight hips and knee injury. Everything was comfortable! Thank you so much for making this ✨

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you for the feedback, Caroline! I’m happy to hear that you felt safe and successful! More to come! Please, keep me updated 💕

[@hlynng]

I should get back into my practice and this has just inspired me. Although I've never had a full splits but this is great to increase flexibility. Beautiful!!!!

[@sugarbear9118]

What an excellent video and your video is just what the Doctor ordered for this bright and sunny day!

[@anivalbenavidez3839]

Your pointe looks beautiful! Do you have any videos showcasing pointe Improvement? Your pointe is amazing! Have a great day!🙏

[@hyojoe7226]

Thnx a lot ur stretching helped me a lot in getting my right split I was close to get them but I always had a prb with my back leg it wouldn't get to the ground but with ur tips I can go all the way done thank you ❤️

[@bfbrmm]

Girl you are STRONG. Wow. Just wow.

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you 💕 🙏🏽

[@thesondra13]

Love this, I have been using it as a warm up for a few weeks now and see results...thank you!

[@Johanssoncecce]

Best stretching video I've seen. I hope I will be as flexible as you one day. My hips and legs are sooooo stiff still. Working on it. Will defenetly use this video

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you!! I appreciate the positive feedback! A few of our friends suggested a follow along: coming soon!!!

[@Johanssoncecce]

@@aliciaarcher Yes! Would be great :D

[@Panini529]

Thank you so much for this informative video of your warm up. I'm working on becoming more flexible and strengthen my upper body. I hope to be as flexible as you in a few years.

[@aliciaarcher]

I’m happy to hear that it helped! Keep going! I’m looking to share my favorite upper body strengthening moves, as well!

[@nikkithomas929]

You are awesome! SO helpful!

[@aliciaarcher]

+Nikki Thomas Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@ukaszlubiszewski697]

SHAVE YOUR ALL HAIR

[@VondaInWonderland]

That was wonderful! Your pointe is beautiful ♥

[@sowtpaw734]

Very helpful to me. I'm trying to do front splits to improve my kicks in martial arts. Love your videos.

[@aliciaarcher]

Oh course! Keep me updated!

[@michelledepew6169]

Yes please do more of these 🙏

[@joobjangst]

Loved all of your tutorials. You are so inspiring 💕

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you for that! It is much appreciated!

[@bellasee1]

This is what I have been waiting for. Excellent Video.graceful too!

[@saturnsdaughter2361]

Awesome video and you explain everything clearly. I will be implementing these stretching tips into my flexibility/exercise plan. Thanks 😊

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you, Jessica! Keep me updated on how it goes!

[@MrDemodeamo]

Hey there.. do you think adding a split routine would be more benifial at the end of a leg day (weights) interms of gains and durability of a split.?

[@aliciaarcher]

Yes! If you’re looking to hold the stretches for 1 minute or more.

[@MsEEvaM]

This was great. I’m so doing all this in 24 hours

[@annaxefta2421]

👏 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏. I’m gonna go home and do this. !!!!!! Wow. Ur amazing.

[@aliciaarcher]

Let me know how it goes!!!

[@annaxefta2421]

I’ve been stretching for a couple days now. With a couple of ur other video...And my back feels great. This is amazing. Thanks

[@tkdbabe67]

Wow. You are gorgeous and insanely flexible. I love your videos. I am not flexible at all, but I know it is so important as we age and do want to work on it (and how I happened across your videos). Thank you for sharing them! I have a feeling that I am going to feel so stiff when trying it myself. LOL. But I'm going to do it, anyway.

[@amalialia3022]

Love this! Could you please do an advanced stretching tutorial

[@aliciaarcher]

Sure!

[@rreneej7]

could you talk about feet!? and foot/arch flexibility!

[@aliciaarcher]

I sure can! I will film that video as well.

[@Vitoriadls]

Please!

[@michaelanthony6728]

kinkysweat Hi, kinky sweat. So a few months ago I believe I pulled my hamstring. Since then I have not been able to stretch or do pretty much anything that requires any kind of leg flexibility. Unfortunately I do feel that my left leg has gotten significantly tighter as a result. There is no intense pain, but every so often if I get into a certain position I do feel some discomfort along my back thigh. I was wondering if you have any tips for recovery as I would like to continue flexibility training. Thank you again for your help.

[@Peaches_H_Nyce]

Your strength is beautiful

[@BJoanna18]

I really love your advice and videos! Could you maybe in the future do a video regarding backbend and shoulder flexibility? Love ya

[@MAHMOUD-MICHAEL-CAESAR-AJAJ]

💓💓💓 Love ur energy

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you!!!

[@purmuma2440]

Thanks for the video,this really did make me get to the bottom ! Thanks so much have a good day

[@Esshood]

I can only get down all the way with momentum and can’t hold it for long. Is it normal for one leg to be more flexible then the other? And are both legs supposed to be able to be the forward leg, when I split I usually split with the same leg forward each time.?

[@aliciaarcher]

It is normal for you to have a more flexible side, but crucial that you still stretch both sides. And to prevent injury, avoid the momentum and try to stay in a more active position. It’s more helpful to stay in a low lunge with the front left bent, and improve your back leg. Get that low, first!

[@Esshood]

kinkysweat awesome! Ty 😘

[@DopeFreshLife]

Ahh, I needed this, thank you!!

[@sollunavisuals3828]

Okay Your Pointe tho ! 🤗🤘☀🌙

[@aliciaarcher]

💕🙈💕 Thank you!!!

[@mazznaturals]

Loved this gorgeous girlie I’m trying to become more flexible and do the splits I haven’t done them since Primary School 🙈🙊but would love to be able to do them again by the end of the year.....and was I the only one who loved those leggings! Awesome 👌🏾👌🏾❤️😄

[@fuzionlatina]

Hello Alicia, how long are we supposed to hold each position and how many repetitions of each side should I practice with. It’s my dream to do the splits one day but my flexibility is so poor 😭 I’m 46 years old just for reference. I would appreciate an answer 🙏🏼😘🤗

[@aliciaarcher]

Hey hey! I would hold up to 60 seconds to 90 seconds. And depending on how you feel, I like to do 2-3 sets per exercise.

[@CowboyBebop444]

Awesomeness

[@lauriejackson2958]

Thanks for this awesome video. I'm like 1 inch away from my front split....grrrrr....my goal is to get there my year end. I'm going to try your stretch routine out.

[@daynamccarthy1896]

Laurie Jackson how’d you go?

[@sugarbear9118]

I admire your flexibility and your figure is stunning! Happy Sunday from the Midwest!

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you!

[@TriniGirlNatural]

This is great! Language was a bit hard to follow though. What's pike?

[@katharinapaul3286]

Would love one for shoulders!!

[@marit_]

Super cool!

[@TriniMiss06]

New to your channel, loving the flexibility content. Im pretty close in my split but want to move on to upper body next when fully achieved. Please do a safe beginners video for back flexibility. Thank you!

[@roseg2327]

Yes I need the shoulders and back vid 💪🏾💕

[@carolchadwick3580]

Do you have a one hour tutrorial of Yoga/Pilates ? leaving for vacation and I would love to work out with your turtorial.

[@aliciaarcher]

I can create one! I'm not yoga or pilates certified, but I specialize in body weight training. I'll get back to the drawing board, and create a body weight strength class you can follow along to.

[@carolchadwick3580]

WOW ! awesome I'm sure your other subbies would also be interested. Thank you so much !!!!

[@taramisu3280]

Hi, just before I watched the video I was curious... why did you choose the name kinkysweat for your channel? To me the word kinky can have sexual connotations, so I was curious if you were using the word in that way or if it means something else to you. I don't think there's anything wrong with women embracing their sexuality as everyone has the right to do so if that is the case. I was just wondering, what do you feel is the meaning behind your channel name? What does it represent to you? Or how did you decide on it? :)

[@aliciaarcher]

I knew ppl would be curious because of the name, and when they payed me a visit they would see it’s a platform for my lifestyle: “kinky” hair “sweaty” life. Of course the hair represents everything beauty, and the sweat all things pertaining to my fitpro life.

[@LeeLee-fr4um]

Great instruction!!. Using the yoga blocks really does help alot. 😍😍. Btw, i love your leggings and your body is sick.

[@myriahbennett7615]

those leggings are life:) gonna start with the front split, Thanks!

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you! They’re from MICHI 🐍 Keep me updated with your progress! 💪🏽

[@mgoskay]

Super could you do one for middle split

[@aliciaarcher]

I sure can!

[@simplychristal6526]

I second this request. 😀

[@ikhouvanrosa]

I am 54 , overweight and out of shape but I decide two days ago to do this split. It will take long time and I wil do it every day until I get there.

[@karendrives970]

Your body is crazy! Did you warm up before you began?

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you! The warm-up for the video is what I usually do as prep for splits. Otherwise, I would do lunges and plies to get the legs ready for work!

[@jbratt6555]

Everytime I stretch my legs in lunges it hurts. Any leg stretch resembling a split position hurts and I'm always properly warmed up. I do stretches after my pole dance workout. I'm wondering if some people have a stiff joint condition or something.

[@aliciaarcher]

Have you ever read “Becoming a Supple Leopard”? by Dr. Kelly Starrett? He breakdowns down the importance of joint position, and how it plays a crucial role in improving range of motion. I highly recommend it! www.amazon.com/Becoming-Supple-Leopard-2nd-Performance/dp/1628600837

[@snairdyn.z7851]

I do sometimes. Just don’t force it, go to the limit where you feel confront-able that’s where you get the good stretch. You don’t get a good stretch when you force it.

[@joelle2347]

How long did you hold each stretch?

[@aliciaarcher]

I would say at least start with 30 seconds. And then work up to a minute!

[@meansnas]

Your push-ups look so good!! Your form is perfect!! Also, your body (butt) is goals!! 😉

[@TheNolwa]

so helpful im trying get my flexibility back (also very happy to see that your feets are pointed haha)

[@aliciaarcher]

Hahahaha! Always! If all else fails, point those toes! 🤣

[@geejae4243]

I notice you don't hyperextend your wrists, love that

[@RajeevKumar-oe5nr]

Nice

[@LucyLemonBB10]

Have you ever had knee pain from being on the knees or spliting? I just got a pain, a week ago, im super sad... and I wonder if this has happened to somebody else

[@aliciaarcher]

It’s possible that you’re not on your thigh, and might have to use a cushion in the meantime. Is it a bruise? What kind of pain is it?

[@keishacassia]

I like these ☺

[@foxx6585]

How many days did I get this

[@narsiimmhha287]

Amazing good train

[@Cantetinza17]

I need help with more quad stretches and TOES! Oh my goodness even doing yoga when they say roll over toes into whatever position, that is so painful for me my toes apparently are the most rigid part of my body.

[@aliciaarcher]

It’s tough, yes! I would practice with one foot at a time thank ease in.

[@kraymanislands]

you look fucking majestic my god.

[@KariEatsPlants]

Did you ever do a back flexibility video?

[@aliciaarcher]

I did! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGqyeJejor6Kqqc

[@josephinekasimba4664]

I always train to do a split but I don't know

[@mohammedaliislam2916]

Nice I liked u r tuto

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you!

[@ImCeeCeeHarris603]

I would love a video on how to get the splits period. For beginners of course lol. I use to be very very flexible but after 3 kids girrrrrrrrl flexible WHO??? lol. Is yoga the best way to achieve splits or is it just more so practicing certain stretches daily??? How long did it take you to get the splits, can you do it on both sides, and can you do them facing fully front like with your belly touching the ground? Sorry 50 questions over here lol.

[@aliciaarcher]

Hi CeeCee! It took me around 1-2 years to get my splits. I got them when I was 18, and I was working on them on and off. It wasn't until 5/6 years ago that I took up contortion and focused heavily on improving my flexibility. The primary difference between yoga and contortion is that yoga is a spiritual practice, and focuses on how the pose makes you feel versus how you look. Contortion is a performing art, and no matter how you feel, you train the body to hit those skills consistently. So yes, doing specific stretches for splits will help you get there. Attending a yoga class might help your state of mind, but if you don't have those exercises in the flow, your splits will take longer to get.

[@ImCeeCeeHarris603]

kinkysweat Thank you for the clarification! Girrrrrl when I was 18 I was THAT GIRL. I'm 28 now and not the same hahaha. What stretches would you recommend for starters and for how many days a week??? A video perhaps?? Lol.

[@foxx6585]

Is it works for boys

[@aliciaarcher]

Yes: flexibility is for everybody. I have guys who want to work on their splits.

[@shemacutt2412]

Okay ur pointe thou 😊

[@Julia69016]

What a goddess!

[@arielle7962]

you are gorgeous omg.. You look like a black eva mendes

[@aliciaarcher]

Thank you!

[@kekeb3521]

I'm so jealous! I really want to be flexible. I'm not a dancer. I've never done a split. I want to get right. Physically, mentally and emotionally. Come March 1 I'm really going to get serious.

[@wangwang7648]

😁😁

[@gabriellameattray9778]

Why is it so important to keep hips square?

[@SacredTreasurez]

I LOVE THIS BUT ITS SO PAINFUL 😭😭😂😂😂😂 My flexibility is not flexible 😂😂😂😂

[@aliciaarcher]

🙈🤣 I’m working on a follow along!

[@SacredTreasurez]

kinkysweat That would be lovely..had to pause it but got through it...I did this one and tour middle splits tutorial...I am determined...LOVE YOUR VIDEOS...are you still going to do one with back bends.?

[@caramelking-zf8wu]

Long D ..... Yoga !!! ~ Fantastic Channel !!!

[@rbgalldayeveryday]

I'm a martial artist and I'm working on a flexibility

[@aliciaarcher]

Amazing! How’s it going?

[@rbgalldayeveryday]

It's going good but I got a long way to go.

[@adesa4668]

Okay! This was a little to fast for me had to keep rewinding

[@aliciaarcher]

Noted! Working on a follow along 💕🤗

[@2pacgranddaddy441]

When are you making a back-bending video

[@aliciaarcher]

I would like to film it maybe on Sunday: any special requests?

[@2pacgranddaddy441]

@@aliciaarcher a beginner flexibility series will be nice😎

[@aliciaarcher]

You got it!

[@samcorinella4686]

Lovely dancer's toe point makes your splits so pretty.

[@TathyHotel]

I don't even have any of those fancy yoga blocks...

[@aliciaarcher]

Then you can use anything that provides height: pillows, books, blankets, and stack however you need to.

[@gabriellameattray9778]

Why is it so important to keep your hips square?

[@aliciaarcher]

It’s important because of 2 things: If you advance to over-splits, then you would be more successful in staying on your back without rolling off to the side. Also, it puts more work on the hip flexor and less on the hamstrings. I see a lot of pulled hamstrings from splits training from ppl insisting they turn out their back leg in order to get lower.

[@gabriellameattray9778]

@@aliciaarcher oh that makes so much sense! Thank you!

[@robertmilakovic298]

Omg , what a cute girl :)

[@Johnydogood]

Your lessons are valuable, amazing im new to yoga not very good at it, not flexible enough ... but thank you, your absolutely gorgeous btw, and pls forgive, but you have amazing feet!

[@josephinekasimba4664]

You know how to lie