Q&A for How to Raise Your Leg up to Your Head

Start by grabbing your heel and pull it in front of your stomach. Slowly bring your leg up (you can bring it forward/upward or pull it to the side).

This is probably because your muscles are not used to the feeling of being stretched in that particular area. If you stretch daily for forward splits, going a little farther and holding a bit longer each time, soon you will have the flexibility to do this.

They use a technique called "spotting."

Yes, you can do ballet no matter what height or size you are.

Because of your balance. I've tried but I got the hang of it. Try to do step 3 and try again and it will work.

You will need to stretch out the lower part of your hamstrings. Try pikes, front and/or side splits, and lunges.

You can start by stretching your legs. Then, move on to doing a kick over a low surface, and then go a little higher, etc.

Improving your flexibility. You can get started by reading this article about improving your flexibility on wikiHow.

If you are in Lyrical and Contemporary, being flexible really helps a lot. Many of the steps in Lyrical and Contemporary require a certain amount of flexibility.

Yes, stretching is a good way to relax and get ready for bed.

Yes, stretching your legs will definitely help you with your splits. You will find it much easier.

Stretch 10-30 minutes a day for best results. The cold can make your muscles contract, so warm yourself up before stretching.

Yes, you can do this anytime. It's not a good idea to do more strenuous exercises that raise your heart rate right before bed, but this is just stretching.