Side Neck Stretch: seated chair yoga exercise

Mobility · 3 breaths per side

Seated Side Neck Stretch

A gentle tilt that releases tension in the neck and shoulders.

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How to do it

  1. 1Sit tall and let your shoulders relax down.
  2. 2Slowly tilt your head, bringing your right ear toward your right shoulder.
  3. 3Hold for a few breaths, keeping the opposite shoulder down.
  4. 4Come back to centre and repeat on the left side.

Repeat for 3 breaths per side, breathing slowly. Move only as far as feels comfortable.

Why it helps

Releases the tension that builds up in the neck and the tops of the shoulders.

Make it easier

A smaller tilt; just a few centimetres is enough.

Skip it or ask your doctor first if you have

  • Recent neck injury or surgery
  • Dizziness when moving the head

Part of: Neck & Shoulder Relief, Gentle Wake-Up, Evening Wind-Down, Full-Body Flow

ZenFit instructor seated on a chair

Follow Side Neck Stretch on video

In the ZenFit app, every movement is shown on video and each rep and breath is counted for you. Gentle seated sessions, 3 to 15 minutes.

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