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3 Simple Exercises to Relieve Neck Tension

neck & head Apr 30, 2024

How to Relieve Neck Tension with Simple Exercises

Struggling with neck tension and looking for relief beyond traditional stretches? You're not alone. Many people find that typical neck stretching provides only temporary relief without addressing the underlying issue. However, with a different...

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Neck Mobility: How to Perform Cervical (Neck) Circles

neck & head Jul 18, 2018

The targets for the Cervical (Neck) Circles is from the base of the neck to the base of the skull. 

This drill is a combination of two drills we have covered previously:

When progressing from a linear drill to a circular mobility drill it...

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Neck Mobility: How to Perform Cervical Nod & Slides

neck & head Jul 18, 2018

The targets for the Cervical Nod & Slides is from the base of the neck to the base of the skull. 

Understanding how to glide the sliding surfaces of the vertebrae is an integral part of neck mechanics which will help to reduce neck tension and even lead to better athletic...

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Neck Mobility: How to Perform Cervical Lateral Tilts with Glides

neck & head Jul 18, 2018

The targets for the Cervical Lateral Tilts with Glides is from the base of the neck to the base of the skull. 

This drill is a combination of two drills we have covered previously:

Understanding how to glide the sliding surfaces of the...

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Neck Mobility: How to Perform Cervical Lateral Glides

neck & head Jul 18, 2018

The targets for the Cervical Lateral Glides is from the base of the neck to the base of the skull. 

Understanding how to glide the sliding surfaces of the vertebrae is an integral part of neck mechanics which will help to reduce neck tension and even lead to better athletic...

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Neck Mobility: How to Perform Cervical Anterior/Posterior (A/P) Glides

neck & head Jul 18, 2018

 

The targets for the Cervical Anterior/Posterior (A/P) Glides is from the base of the neck to the base of the skull. 

Understanding how to glide the sliding surfaces of the vertebrae is an integral part of neck mechanics which will help to reduce neck tension and even lead to better...

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Neck Mobility: How to Perform Cervical Lateral Flexions

neck & head Jul 18, 2018

 

Cervical lateral flexions appear to be a super simple drill but it is surprising the compensations that can develop. When learning and practicing cervical mobility we always start simple and progress. 

  • Begin in a tall lengthened spine
  • Start with chin level
  • Bring your ear to your...
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Neck Mobility: How to Perform Cervical Rotations

neck & head Jul 18, 2018

When it comes to mobility exercises, there are a few basics we need to understand. It is important to own a full range of motion without compensating with other movements, building up unwanted muscle tension, and avoid moving into pain. 

 

The target for cervical rotations is from the...

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