Demo & instructions
Upper Trap Stretch
Also known as: Side Neck Stretch, Ear-to-Shoulder Stretch
Instructions
A very gentle head tilt that lengthens the muscle running from the side of the neck to the top of the shoulder. Small movements and light effort are all it needs.
- Movement
- Stretch
- Type
- Isolation
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 20–45 sec
Setup
- 1Sit or stand tall with both shoulders relaxed and level.
- 2Let the arm on the side you are stretching hang long, or hold the edge of your seat lightly.
Execution
- 1Slowly tilt your head so your ear moves toward the opposite shoulder, keeping your nose pointing forward.
- 2Stop at the first mild stretch along the side of your neck.
- 3If you like, rest your free hand on your head for its weight only — do not pull.
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Strength
Muscle building
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