Enter barre, a discipline that combines classic ballet moves with Pilates and yoga ... Many movements incorporate gentle stretches that help improve flexibility and range of motion.

Here's how you can go from barely bendy to doing perfect front and side splits in just a few weeks—including the exact stretches you need to give Simone Biles a run for her money. When learning ...

To do the splits, you'll need to consistently stretch your hamstrings, hip flexors, and glutes. Stretches for the splits include the butterfly, piriformis, and kneeling hip flexor stretch.