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Extension And Inclination Neck Stretch

Mobility drill that develops comfortable range of motion and positional control using bodyweight, with emphasis on the neck.

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Extension And Inclination Neck Stretch demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

Neck

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × time

2 × 30 sec

Rest

30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand or sit tall with the shoulders relaxed and the ribs stacked.
  2. 02Tip the head backward only a few degrees to open the front of the neck.
  3. 03From that position, incline one ear toward the same-side shoulder without rotating the torso.
  4. 04Keep the opposite shoulder heavy and hold for 15-30 seconds with slow breathing.
  5. 05Return to center carefully and repeat on the other side.

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