Isometric Neck Exercise - Sides

What it is

This static resistance exercise targets the muscles along the sides of your neck. You will press your hand against your head, creating tension without movement. This helps build strength and stability in your cervical spine.

Technique tips

• Keep your head and neck in a neutral, erect position.
• Apply gentle, increasing pressure with your hand.
• Actively resist movement, keeping your head perfectly still.
• Breathe normally and steadily during the hold.
• Release the isometric tension slowly and with control.
• Avoid shrugging your shoulders up towards your ears.

How to track your progress

Log reps, and add the extra load if you wear a belt or a vest. Straddly counts your bodyweight in the estimated max, so added weight and extra reps both show up as progress, and new records are flagged during the session.