Having dabbled in the wide world of contortion training for 11+ years now, I’ve come to learn that there are some serious inconsistencies in naming conventions for stretches/poses. But when it comes to straddles and middle splits, all instructors can agree that these are distinctly different poses.
My straddle is coming in nicely : r/flexibility
How to Do the Straddle Splits
Straddle Splits vs. Middle Splits: What is the Difference?
[Edit: New and improved! This workshop was re-recorded and updated in Feb 2024 to include explanations of tailoring drills to better fit different hip
Middle Splits Workshop Recording — Dani Winks Flexibility
Straddle vs. Middle Split - What's the Difference? — Dani Winks
Straddle vs. Middle Split - What's the Difference? — Dani Winks Flexibility
How to Flatten Your Middle Splits — Dani Winks Flexibility
Straddle Leg Opens — Dani Winks Flexibility
How to do a Square Split: Prepare for Advanced Training
Sneaky Active Block Trick for Middle Splits
Straddle vs. Middle Split - What's the Difference? — Dani Winks
Middle Split Oversplits: A Primer on Technique — Dani Winks
Scale your Middle Split Workout
How To: Middle Split