How to Do a Right Neck Stretch | Expert Form Guide

Learn the correct way to perform a right neck stretch to relieve tension, improve mobility, and reduce stiffness in the upper traps and neck.

How to Perform

  1. Sit or stand with your spine tall, shoulders relaxed, and your gaze directed forward.
  2. Lower your right shoulder toward the floor to create a stable base for the stretch.
  3. Slowly tilt your head to the left, bringing your left ear toward your left shoulder.
  4. Place your left hand lightly on the right side of your head for a very gentle assistance, if needed.
  5. Hold the position for 20 to 30 seconds while breathing deeply and maintaining a tall posture.
  6. Slowly return your head to the neutral center position before repeating or switching sides.

Common Mistakes

  • Shrugging the right shoulder upward toward the ear.
  • Applying excessive downward pressure with the hand.
  • Holding your breath or tensing the jaw during the stretch.
  • Rotating the chin toward the chest instead of keeping the face forward.

Muscles Worked

Primary movers

  • Neck

Stabilizers

  • Upper Trapezius
  • Levator Scapulae
  • Scalenes

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