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Ceiling Look Stretch

The Ceiling Look Stretch is a bodyweight exercise that targets the neck (sternocleidomastoid), with the traps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Neck (sternocleidomastoid)
Also works
Traps
Equipment
Bodyweight
Body part
Neck

Step by step

  1. Stand or sit upright with shoulders relaxed.
  2. Slowly tilt your head backward to look toward the ceiling.
  3. Keep your neck long and avoid collapsing the back of the neck.
  4. Hold the stretch for the desired duration.
  5. Maintain steady breathing and relaxed shoulders.
  6. Return your head to a neutral position slowly.
  7. Repeat if needed.

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