Martial Arts Stretching Part 2 (Get High Kicks/Splits) | GNT Tutorial

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem. I'm glad you liked the stretches and i hope you progress swiftly. Good luck with your training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Most people say that weights effect your stretching capabilities but my dad was 16 stone of pure muscle and could do all the splits. All he used to do was stretch after a workout. I don't really do any weights so for drills i would ask someone who is a little more experienced with them. Hope that helps :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Oh right. Just remember too much pain is not good and the stretch that does that, should be avoided (unless your just trying too hard). Good luck with your stretching and i hope you progress :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Thank you. Make sure you are stretching correctly on that side. The problem is that most people treat the other side differently as it is more difficult so make sure the stretches are held correctly. You will always have one side that is more flexible than the other though but getting them as close teach other as possible should be everyone's goal in stretching. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

They have mainly conditioned overtime from punching different materials and doing knuckle press ups and things. No problem :) I'm glad they are helping and i will do :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Will do when i have the time. I have my 3rd Degree in Kickboxing coming up so training is my priority at the moment but i will be making them after that :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem :) I have heard this but i am no scientist so i prefer to stick to facts and that's people who stretch, gain or maintain flexibility longer. It may be true that people won't achieve splits but if you are working hard and stretching with good form you should still progress in other areas :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

The honest answer is that it could take you a couple of months, years, etc. It depends on genetics, your technique in stretching and a few other factors like frequency, intensity, etc. I used to do an hour of intense stretching every other day. Main thing is you stretch correctly and listen to your body. If it needs to rest then rest so the muscles have chance to recover. Good luck with your training and keep me updated :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad you have found them helpful and I'm sure you will progress in the stretching department if you practice consistently and work hard :) That's great! Good luck with that and thank you for your appreciation my friend :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem. I'm glad that you have progressed and that my tutorials are helping people :) They will come with time as long as you keep practicing and working hard my friend i am sure of it :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem, glad they are helping :) The 2nd video are variations and some you can add to stick into the first basic one to shock the muscles and so you don't get bored of the same routine. Don't do all the stretches in both when you train because you will over stretch. You can basic stretch everyday but if you want to stretch to your maximum, then the muscles need to repair so 2 to 3 times a week spaced out eg. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem. Always do what works for you, not what works for others and just work hard. Good luck my friend :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Well first of all i'm glad it helped and second, these stretches are not just for splits. They are for developing flexibility in different ways and areas for kicking too. As you probably realise we get into all types of positions when doing different kicks so I believe a variety is definitely necessary :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Really appreciate your support. Thank you :) No problem, good luck with your stretching :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Thanks :) I'm not sure what stretch you are on about but i know physios reccomend doing normal lunges and lunges with your back leg up higher on a bench (about knee height). Other foot on the floor and your hips squared poining to the front. Keep your body upright and bend the leg on the floor for a deeper stretch. That should stretch your hip flexors without your body having to come too close to your legs. Apart from that, most stretches involve you going down to your legs. Hope that helps :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I started Kickboxing a couple of months before Taekwondo :) I'm going for my 3rd Degree in it next week :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Yes i do as you can focus on each leg and get them very flexible without going into the splits position. You will have to get really good at the stretches though but to be honest you normally add trying the splits into your routine at the end when your muscles are warm from the other stretches to see how far you are away from your goal. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem. I appreciate you saying that and i'm glad i could help :) Of course. WTF is more sports orientated rather than traditional but it should still be respected as you can always learn from and use certain aspects of any Martial Art or association to improve your knowledge, understanding and ability. For example, the speed of kicking in WTF is a very useful aspect to understand. The good thing is more people are realizing that no martial art is superior and each has something to offer :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I teach at the MAFC in Maindee, Newport, South Wales. I recommend 2-3 times a week. Thank you and good luck with your training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Thank you and will do :) The answer is simple. practice your left leg more. You right is better because you use it more and then your body finds it more natural than the left. Repetition is the key! For every 10 you do on the right, do 20 on your left and it will become more natural and easier to use. Did that with what i consider my worst kick, the flying left side kick and it got a lot better. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

That's great news Adriano. I'm glad that it's working for you and good luck with your future training in whatever martial art you choose :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

It is widely debated but in my experience I find rehydrating your muscles, resting and hot baths help most for me. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Hi :) Of course, you are only 22 and nowhere near your prime. Just work hard and keep good form. Really appreciate you saying that. Thank you and good luck with your training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No. This is quite common. Strengthen your legs and make sure your legs are straight. If there is still strain, do other stretches to gain flexibility and lowere the resistance. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem. Really appreciate that and thank you for your appreciation :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Each stretch hold for 8-10 seconds and repeat 3 times. You can hold longer but due to the amount of different stretches, this should be efficient. Good luck with your goal and thank you :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I got splits with a couple months of intense stretching but i have been training for just over 8 years :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem :) I appreciate your support and i hope you progress swiftly my friend :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Exactly what i said in the tutorial. Start at a gym, if not get a spotter, if not either, then .off something or down a slope. Also, before that, learn to do back rolls and awareness. Trampoline is another option :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Three times is usually the recommended amount but some people like to do more to focus on stretches they really want to improve on. In what way, depends on the stretch and how good you are at it but the first one is usually to warm up the leg and the next ones are to push yourself to go further and progress on what you already have. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Yes i used to do them all the time but not all of them in one session. I varied my routines with them though :) If you feel stiff after sitting down do a light stretch to loosen up :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Normally stretching down to your toes and grabbing underneath a side kick chamber works for me :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Glad you like them :) I have drills i practice to gain muscular endurance in my legs but i have not filmed them and put a video up. Maybe in the near future i will :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

It helps by relaxing your muscles and keeping them oxygenated. Most people hold their breath and are too tense when stretching so it does help to breathe :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I appreciate you saying that. Thank you :) Yes, I made two parts so you can mix and match to make your own routines. This way you won't get bored and have different stretches to shock your body. Better to have a fixed time due to exhausting the muscle and the amount of stretches you have in your routine. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem, i'm glad it helped :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

That's great. I'm glad the video helps and good luck with your future training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No, i barely stretch now and it's maintained through my dynamic training. Before i used to stretch nearly everyday but the golden rule is listen to your body, if you are too achy, then rest so your muscles can recover. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad they have helped you and I appreciate you saying that. Thank you :) No problem and good luck with your training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem :) Thank you for your appreciation and good luck with your training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem and i appreciate your support. Thank you :) That's great and i will do my best to :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

You have to earn progression with hard work. It's not going to come to you straight away so keep practising and you will progress. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Even with the language barrier, the images of me doing the exercises should help. Just look closely at the position and posture of each exercise and you can learn visually :) I'm glad you liked the video anyway and good luck with your training :)

[@rodziniskimiski9901]

I understand you causa I speak English fluetly, polish and Spanish and Portuguese also

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem, I'm glad you find them helpful and thank you for your appreciation :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem and i'm glad they have helped :) Thank you and I will be making tutorials on them in the future :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Really appreciate you saying that. Thank you :) I'm sure you will get it soon my friend. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Get my answers on some of most commons stretching questions below! kzbin.info/www/bejne/maqtZXeFdsqsm6s Please thumb this up so everyone can see and find the answers they are looking for :)

[@MrGyuszi1234]

GingerNinjaTrickster thank you master :)

[@yassinhonesty4066]

Nice stretching workout Gnt .we really benefits from your courses . I have a question about stretching.. is there any serious consequences if I strain my muscles during stretching exercises? or I just feel faire when I'm paining.

[@mjalarcon8353]

GingerNinjaTrickster and mj

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Really appreciate you saying that. Thank you :) I'm sure you will progress swiftly if you keep working hard. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

It depends on the person (Age, genetics, etc). When i knuckled down and actually stretched properly, it took me a bout 3 months and that was when i was 15. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem and i'm glad it helped :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad you found it helpful. That's great :) No problem and i really appreciate your support. Thank you and good luck with your training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Very debatable but in my opinion, every day if basic. If pushing yourself then 2-3 a week so your muscle have chance to recover. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem. I am glad that it worked for you and i appreciate your support. Good luck with your training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Thank you :) Sounds like your hip flexors need to increase in flexibility before you go any further. If it's not that then you may have picked up an injury so get it checked out. Hope that helps and good luck with your training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

These are stretches that can replace other ones in the first or be added to the warm up. I don't recommend doing them all as it would take a long time and you might over stretch. Hope that helps and good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Any stretches that involve abductors and hip flexors. The crouch down leg out to the side with foot to the side, hurdle stretch with foot on it's side, attempted splits with toes pointed forwards, etc.

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad they helped and no problem :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I personally mix between exercises from part 1 and part 2. Then other days I then do a different variety again to spice it up. Hope that helps and good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Well you could work on the frog stretch to help instead but other than that, it's best to keep them straight if you are dropping down. If it's too painful do stretches that when you are sat down instead. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem, I'm glad i can help others :) I would recommend exercises that strengthen the abductors so your weakness is less of a problem when you are stretching. Leg control drills that i posted up in my 'How to Improve Leg Control and Kicking Tutorial' should help. I also recommend speaking to your Dr or a Phsio as i don'y know the severity of your injury. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Glad you think so. I am trying to make better tutorials each time so people will understand and benefit more from them :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem :) Really appreciate that. Thank you :) The challenge is against yourself. Keep working hard and be the best you can be. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Keep working hard and i'm sure you will get there. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem. I'm glad it has helped :) Good luck with your future training and your split shot in tennis lol

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

That's great :) Good luck with your future training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Will do my best to and i'm glad you find them helpful :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem. Will do :) Thank you :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem and thank you for your appreciation my friend :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Don't give up and keep working at it. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Really appreciate you saying that. Thank you and no problem :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem and I appreciate you saying that. Thank you :) That's great! I stretch in most of the them about 10 seconds and repeat 3 times. Some are longer but that's my general rule for most stretches. It is widely debated what is best but i find this method works best for me, especially when i'm training kicks after stretching too. Feel so loose and free. Hope that helps and good luck with your training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Really appreciate you saying that and i'm glad you think so. Thank you :) I'm sure you will if you keep working hard. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem and thank you for your appreciation :) I'm glad you are seeing improvements and good luck with your future training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad you enjoyed them and I appreciate you saying that. Thank you :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad you think so and i really appreciate you saying that. Thank you :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

There will be more up in the future :) That's great :) I'm glad you like them and i appreciate you saying that. Thank you and good luck with your training :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Part 1 is a routine and part 2 are other stretches that can be added or used to replace other ones in part 1. Hope that helps and good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Hi. i'm glad you like them and thank you. It does say in part one, do a physical warm up to increase blood flow and to make sure the muscles are warm. When you have done that you can stretch. Good luck and no problem :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Glad it helps and thank you :)

[@f801b9]

Thanks for this stretching tutorial I can almost do my splits now

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem :)

[@neumann1940]

How's you now ? able to go down to a full split?

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Thank you Chris and no problem :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I appreciate you saying that. Thank you and no problem :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Simplify the stretches ie. close your legs more, hand on your shin instead of your ankle, etc and improve from there. Also, flex your foot towards you and it should help you keep your legs straight. Good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Watch my stretching frequency video in my 'Stretching Tutorials' playlist and it explains how often I think you should stretch and my experiences so check it out and good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad you liked them and that's great :) I will do my best to :)

[@bqumba1]

Man you're awesome! I really like your tutorials, and i would be happy to reach some 50% of your skills one day! The thing that really amazed me, was how you were doing the kicks in slow motion, i mean you set the spot and you kick it, 100% accuracy, 100% control over leg muscles. Brilliant. I train Shotokan Karate, not on professional level, though. More for self defense and just because i love eastern martial arts. Cheers from Armenia :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad you liked the videos and I appreciate you saying that. Thank you :) That's great and good luck with your training :)

[@Parkerevans89]

This is routine is kicking my ass. I just srated training in TKD again after many years, gotta start somewhere!

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Appreciate you saying that and i will do my best to :)

[@Tigershot22]

My kicks have dramatically improved in both accuracy and height after doing most of these stretches over the last month. ALL of your videos are awesome and I've learned much more than I ever thought there was to know about each kick. Keep up the insanely good work dude.

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad that you think so. Really appreciate the support. Thank you :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I mad two parts so you can mix and match and pick your own routines. This way you won't get bored and have different stretches to shock your body. Some are and good luck :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad you are seeing improvements :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

No problem and thank you :) I'm sure if you keep practicing and working hard you will improve swiftly :) Thank you for your appreciation and i will do my best to :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Depends on whether you want them to keep pushing you.

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Will do in the future :) I just have a few other things planned first :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Thank you and no problem :)

[@empaaroar]

Sweet :D Like you I started Taekwondo at 15 (Which was like 3 months ago). Your videos have been helping me out quite a lot! I'm extremely inflexible so I hope these work and see some improvement after a couple months or so. After that, I want to expand my martial arts knowledge and go into some others. Once again, thanks for your awesome videos and keep it up! :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

I'm glad you think that and i'm glad you feel that way :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

Go on my channel. Scroll down and you will see my playlists. Go on 'kicking tutorials' playlist and you will see all my kicking tutorials :)

[@GingerNinjaTrickster]

You will get them with practice and hard work. Keep at iit and good luck :)