Strength
Head turns
Improve cervical mobility and release tension with this fundamental neck mobilization movement.
How to perform.
Follow the sequence — setup is half the lift.
Sit or stand tall with your shoulders pulled back and your gaze fixed straight ahead.
Slowly rotate your head to the right as far as comfort allows without moving your torso.
Pause for one second at the end of the range of motion while maintaining a neutral chin height.
Return your head to the center position in a controlled, fluid motion.
Repeat the rotation to the left side, ensuring your shoulders remain stationary throughout.
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common mistakes.
Fix these first — they cost reps, kilos, and joints.
- Shrugging the shoulders toward the ears during the turn.
- Moving too quickly or using momentum rather than muscle control.
- Dropping or tilting the chin rather than keeping the head on a level horizontal plane.
- Rotating the upper back and torso along with the neck.
Muscles worked.
The primary movers do the work; the stabilizers keep the path honest.