How to do it
Press both feet firmly into the floor during the hold.
- 1
Stand or sit up straight with your feet flat on the ground.
- 2
Slowly lower your chin towards your chest.
- 3
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, feeling a gentle stretch in the back of your neck.
- 4
Slowly lift your head back to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat if necessary.
Expert tip
Keep the stretch gentle; avoid any jerking or bouncing movements to prevent strain on the neck muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Forcing the chin down past a gentle stretch
- ✕Jutting the chin forward instead of down
- ✕Rounding the upper back during the stretch