Neck strengthening exercisesOther neck exercises for stretching & flexibilityA list of neck strengthening exercises follow below. The following exercises only strengthen neck but you should strengthen and stretch neck muscles. Links to other neck exercises pages follow immediately below.
Neck strengthening exercises
If you perform movements as static ones, simply hold extreme position between 6 - 10 seconds, 1 - 3 reps. You can intensify exercises by holding position longer or performing more reps. The exercises can also be made harder by pressing harder with competing hand or towel. To do exercises using reps/sets system simply perform movements between 5 - 15 reps, 1 - 3 sets. Obviously, rest between movements as needed.
Side Resistance Hold the palm of one hand against the same side of your head Use your hand to offer resistance to your head the movement as you try to touch your shoulder with your ear Relax and repeat on opposite side
Forward Resistance Hold both of your hands against your forehead Try to move your head forward while resisting movement with your hands
Backward Resistance Place both of your hands behind your head Attempt to move your head backwards while resisting movement with your hands. Do not tip your chin.
Towel pull Place a rolled towel around neck holding the ends with your hands Slowly look up as far as you can while rolling your head over the towel Apply mild pressure on the towel to support your cervical spine while extending your head back
Chin Tucks (For stretching and strengthening the upper neck muscles & to reduce forward head posture.) Sit with head facing forward Put your index finger and middle finger on your chin and guide your head into a double chin position Direct the motion straight back while continuing to look straight ahead Be sure not let your head tilt up or down while doing the exercise
Neck Strengthening Exercises - Head lifts (For strengthening deep neck muscles and for improving neck stabilization.) Lie on your back, head relaxed Do a chin tuck (as depicted), bringing your chin straight back as if creating a double chin Keep your chin tucked while raising head off the floor Gradually lower head to the floor while relaxing your chin tuck
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