Popsugar Health & Fitness Gymnastics Stretches For Splits I'm a Former Gymnast, and These Are the 12 Stretches I Still Do For My Splits 13 March 2019 by Samantha Brodsky View On One Page Photo 6 of 13 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This Link Copy ← Use Arrow Keys → 6 Runner's Lunge This will stretch the hip flexors for sure. If you're a runner, you're most likely familiar with this move. From standing, step your right foot forward, coming into a lunge. Place your hands just above your right knee for support. Reach through your left heel to lengthen the front of your left hip. Hold this position for 20 to 30 seconds, then switch sides. Previous Next Start Slideshow GymnasticsYogaWorkouts