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Neck

Isometric Neck Holds

Low-load neck strengthening by pressing gently into your hand without moving the head.

  • Strength
  • Stability

Standard dose

Sets
2
Reps / hold
5–8 holds each direction
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Form cues

  • Pressure is mild — about 20–30% effort

How to do it

Follow the steps in order. Move in a comfortable range unless your provider said otherwise.

  1. Sit tall.
  2. Place your palm on your forehead and gently press into it without letting the head move.
  3. Repeat with the hand on the back of the head, then each side.
  4. Breathe normally during each short hold.