Neck Strengthening Exercise by Evan Lukasik
This week’s exercise is a great one to work on neck strengthening (something most people neglect) to help with those day to day office pains. I like this exercise because there is no equipment necessary and you can do it at home while watching TV! As always, if this exercise causes any pain or if you have further questions consult with your nearest SOS physiotherapist!
How-To Steps:
- Start by laying on your side in a comfortable position with your head tilted towards the ground.
- Complete the exercise by simply lifting your head off the ground and holding in a neutral position while keeping your chin tucked in so your head does not poke forward or rotate either direction. Hold for the recommended time listed above if you are able. If 20-40 seconds is too difficult, begin with a lower time and slowly build up your tolerance the more you do the exercise.
- Repeat on both sides for the recommended reps.
*Reps: 4-5 Duration/hold: 20-40 seconds Intensity: 5-6/10 effort level Frequency: 3-4x/week
*Never do an exercise that causes you pain*
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