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Exercise: Neck - Neck Stretch |
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Stand with back straight, feet placed shoulder-width apart and abdominal muscles contracted to hold the torso stable.
Relax arms and shoulders.
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Keeping shoulders relaxed, slowly lower head forward, bringing chin toward chest.
Hold; return to starting position.
Slowly lower head to the right, bringing the ear toward the shoulder.
Hold; return to starting position and repeat on left.
Repeat each stretch position.
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Stretches the neck and upper back.
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This exercise may be performed in a seated position on the floor or a bench.
For an enhanced stretch, use the hands to gently guide the head in each stretch position.
From starting position, rather than dropping the head to the side, look to the right as far as possible; repeat left.
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Do not stretch beyond the point of mild tension.
Be sure muscles are warm before stretching.
This exercise may be contraindicated for some individuals with neck problems.
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When stretching to either the right or left, press the shoulder of the side being stretched to the floor for an enhanced stretch.
This is a limbering and a flexibility stretch.
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I am stronger on the pitch and have noticed a great improvement in my playing since training with him. Rio Ferdinand
