Diagonal Neck Stretch
Overview
Doing diagonal neck stretches on a regular basis can help boost flexibility and ease neck discomfort. Add them to your daily routine, especially if you sit at a desk or do activities that place extra strain on your neck muscles.
How to do it
- 1
Rotate your neck diagonally to the right at a 45-degree angle.
- 2
Gently bring your head down toward your chest while keeping the rotation to the side.
- 3
You should feel a mild stretch along the side and back of your neck.
- 4
Keep this position for 15-30 seconds and breathe steadily and calmly.
- 5
Return your head slowly to neutral, then repeat the stretch on the opposite side.
- 6
Work toward 2-4 repetitions on each side.
Form tips & common mistakes
Do not use excessive pressure or forceful movements.
Do not hold your breath.
Stop right away if you feel pain during the stretch, and consult a healthcare professional.
Muscles worked
Levator Scapula، Scalene، Longissimus Capitis، Longissimus Cervicis، Semispinalis Capitis، Semispinalis Cervicis، Spinalis Cervicis، Spinalis Capitis، Splenius Capitis، Sternocleidomastoideus، Trapezius
