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Neck Extension

Main muscle
Traps
Muscle group
Back
Equipment
Bodyweight

How to do it

  1. 1Lie face down with your head off the edge of a bench.
  2. 2Let your head hang forward gently to start.
  3. 3Lift your head back by extending your neck.
  4. 4Squeeze the back of your neck at the top.
  5. 5Lower slowly back to the starting position.

Coaching cues

  • Small controlled range
  • Lead with the crown
  • No jerking

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