Neck Side Stretch
Sit tall and tip one ear toward the shoulder, the other shoulder pressing down; the side of the neck lengthens.
How to do it
Setup
Sit tall on a chair, one hand under the seat or resting on that shoulder.
Steps
- Press the anchored shoulder down.
- Tip the opposite ear toward its shoulder without turning the head.
- Hold there, come back through the middle, then switch sides.
Common mistakes
Rotating the head instead of tipping it: the nose stays forward. Pulling hard with a hand on the head; the weight of the head is enough. Letting the anchored shoulder ride up.
Breathing
Breathe evenly; exhale as the ear travels toward the shoulder.
