Side Lying Chin Tuck

Exercise Overview

This exercise is an intermediate level neck strengthening exercise that targets the deep neck flexor muscles as well as the lateral flexors in an isometric hold. This exercise is helpful for issues like neck pain and headaches, and is helpful for those who participate in contact sports like Brazilian Jiu Jutsu or Rugby.

Muscles Involved

Deep Neck FlexorsScalenesSternocleidomastoid (SCM)Upper Trapezius

Related Conditions

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)Brachial PlexopathyUpper Cross SyndromeForward Head PostureText Neck / Nerd NeckCervical Disc HerniationTMJ Syndrome

Equipment Needed

No equipment needed

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