Seated Neck Side Stretch
Description
The seated neck side stretch is a basic seated neck mobility stretch. The lifter sits tall and tilts the head to one side, using the same side hand to gently pull the head deeper. It stretches the upper trap and side of the neck.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Seated Neck Side Stretch Instructions
- Sit tall on a chair or bench.
- Brace your core and keep the chest open.
- Drop one shoulder down and away from the head.
- Tilt the head to the opposite side toward the shoulder.
- Place the same side hand gently on the head.
- Apply light pressure to deepen the stretch.
- Hold the stretch with steady breath.
- Release. Switch sides and repeat.
Seated Neck Side Stretch Form & Visual
Seated Neck Side Stretch Benefits
- Releases neck tension
- Stretches the upper traps
- Easy to do anywhere
- No equipment needed
- Useful posture stretch
- Strong cool down move
Seated Neck Side Stretch Muscles Worked
- Sternocleidomastoid
- Trapezius
- Levator scapulae
Seated Neck Side Stretch Variations & Alternatives
- Neck Tilt
- Neck Rotation
- Chin Tuck
- Upper Trap Stretch
