Neck · Shoulders

Neck side stretch

Mobility · Seated or standing

How to do it

Sit tall, hold the chair seat with your left hand. Tip your right ear toward your right shoulder until the left side of your neck feels long. Hand on head only if you want, resting, not pulling. Switch sides at the chime.

Dose

20s · each side

What you should feel

A stretch down the side of your neck

Common mistake

Pulling on the head, or turning the chin as you tip.

Make it easier

Skip the hand and let the head's own weight do the work.

Avoid this movement if

You feel sharp pain or tingling into an arm.

Stop this movement if it causes sharp or worsening pain, numbness, weakness or dizziness.