Neck Flexion Assisted, Unassisted, Weighted

Muscle Groups Involved

There were no muscle groups associated with this exercise.

Highlights

Description

The Neck Flexion exercise is a scalable way to strengthen and stretch the front portion of your neck which is important for posture, neck health and stability and even preventing headaches. To per

The Neck Flexion exercise is a scalable way to strengthen and stretch the front portion of your neck which is important for posture, neck health and stability and even preventing headaches. To perform Neck Flexion Hand Assisted start in a lying position on your back on an incline bench set to approximately 30 degrees. Place your hands behind your head to support its weight. Start the movement by gently tucking your chin and flexing your head forward. Use your hands as much as you need to comfortably support the weight of your head. Once you can perform the desired number of repetitions you can increase the resistance by removing the support of your hands. Once you require more resistance you can use the weight of your own hands or use a weight plate placed on your forehead to increase the challenge.

Common Mistakes

Do not tuck your chin too hard. Do not let your neck flop backwards. Lower

Do not tuck your chin too hard. Do not let your neck flop backwards. Lower it and raise it with control. Do not push through pain. This exercise should be painless. Prioritize repetitions over weight. It is safer and more important to do more repetitions than more weight as weight placed on the cervical spine can increase your risk for injury if done improperly.

Pro Tips

Perform this exercise 2-3 times per week as your recovery allows. Do not pr

Perform this exercise 2-3 times per week as your recovery allows. Do not progress with resistance until you feel completely comfortable with the challenge and repetitions you are currently using.

Purpose

Neck Flexion when performed dynamically can improve the function of the cer

Neck Flexion when performed dynamically can improve the function of the cervical spine, increase range of motion and decrease pain.

Form

Use a training partner or film yourself to ensure good form throughout the

Use a training partner or film yourself to ensure good form throughout the entire exercise. Do not allow your neck to collapse backwards. There should always be a nice smooth, even curve to your cervical spine as you perform the exercise.