Slowly lean your head to the same side to ease into the stretch—you should feel it on the side of your neck between your ear and your shoulder—and hold for 30 seconds.

To accomplish a counterbalanced neck and shoulder stretch, Flagg recommends dropping one ear to one shoulder without using your hands. Then, keep it there and slide the opposite shoulder down ...

One of the best things about doing neck stretches is that you don’t need a lot of space or any special equipment. “We all have different demands of our time and schedule,” notes Dr. Cagle.

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Neck circle—left: Repeat this stretch on your opposite side. Chest opener: Bring your hands interlaced behind the back of your head and wrap your elbows in at about a 60-degree angle within your ...

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Seated Neck Stretch Begin sitting, whether cross-legged, kneeling, or however you like that’s comfortable to you. Lower your right ear toward your right shoulder. Keep your chin slightly lifted ...

Yes, this quick series of stretches is worth your time. “These are my five favorite moves to help with postural pain or any neck pain or neck tension in the area,” says Giordano.

Stop if or when you feel a stretch at the base of your skull or, if you have a good range of motion, at the top of your shoulders. Hold the position, breathing deeply, for 30 seconds.

This stretch can help to alleviate tension in the shoulders, neck and upper back. To perform this shoulder stretch, extend one arm out and then pivot from the shoulder until it crosses over your ...