Neck Extension Stretch
Primary musclesNeck
EquipmentFull Gym، NO EQUIPMENT
LevelStretching
Suggested3 × 8–12
Overview
The neck extension stretch is a straightforward, effective way to lengthen the muscles at the front of the neck and boost neck flexibility. When you stretch and strengthen the neck muscles, you can look up more comfortably and handle everyday tasks with more ease.
How to do it
- 1
Sit upright and keep your shoulders relaxed.
- 2
Gently tip your head backward and look up. Feel a mild stretch along the back of your neck.
- 3
Pause for a few seconds, then slowly come back to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat for a few repetitions.
Muscles worked
Target
Semispinalis Capitis، Platysma، Longus colli، Omohyoid، Splenius، Sternocleidomastoid، Sternothyroideus، Scalene
