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Seated Neck Rotation

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Seated Neck Rotation.

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About this exercise

A gentle seated mobility exercise that rotates the neck left and right to improve cervical range of motion and relieve tension. It can be performed in a chair and requires no equipment, making it suitable as a warm-up or recovery drill.

How to Perform

  • Sit upright in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and shoulders relaxed
  • Keep your chin level and gently rotate your head to the right as far as comfortable
  • Hold the end position for 2–3 seconds, feeling a mild stretch along the left side of the neck
  • Return to center and then rotate to the left in the same controlled manner
  • Hold briefly on the left side, then return to center to complete one repetition
  • Breathe steadily throughout and avoid forcing the rotation beyond a pain-free range

Muscle Activation

Primary
Neck

Common Mistakes

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About the Seated Neck Rotation

The Seated Neck Rotation is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.

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