Forward Flexion Neck Stretch
Standing tall with the arms at the sides, the head drops forward until the chin nears the chest; only its own weight stretches the back of the neck.
How to do it
Setup
Standing tall, feet hip-width, arms relaxed at the sides, shoulders low.
Steps
- Let the head drop forward, chin toward the chest.
- Keep the shoulders down and the upper back still.
- Hold and breathe, then lift the head slowly.
Common mistakes
Rounding the whole upper back: only the neck bends; keep the chest up. Pushing the head down with the hands: this version uses the weight of the head alone. Jutting the chin forward first: let it drop toward the throat.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
