side push neck stretch

A neck exercise targeting the levator scapulae, performed with body weight.

side push neck stretch demonstration
side push neck stretch — demonstration

Body part

Neck

Equipment

Body Weight

Target muscles

Levator Scapulae

Secondary muscles

Trapezius, Sternocleidomastoid

How to do side push neck stretch

  1. Stand or sit up straight with your shoulders relaxed.

  2. Tilt your head to the right, bringing your right ear towards your right shoulder.

  3. Place your right hand on the left side of your head and gently apply pressure to increase the stretch.

  4. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds.

  5. Repeat on the other side, tilting your head to the left and applying pressure with your left hand.

  6. Repeat the stretch 2-3 times on each side.

Muscles worked

Primary (target)

Levator Scapulae

Secondary

TrapeziusSternocleidomastoid

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