WELLNESS TIPS - Isometric exercises for the neck

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** Always consult your physician, chiropractor, or physical therapist before beginning any new exercise or treatment.

To maintain strength and prevent pain, do the following exercises one a day. Don't hold your breath; breathe out with a "haaaaaah" sound as you strain during the exercise. Hold each contraction for a count of ten.

Isometric exercises for the neck

1. Place both hands against your forehead. Push your head forward against the heels of your palms without moving your head. Hold.

2. Place both hands behind your head. Pull your head back against your hands while pulling forward with your hands so your head doesn't move. Hold.

3. Place your right hand against the right side of your head. Push your head hard against the heel of your palm without allowing it to move. Hold.

4. Place your left hand against the left side of your head. Push your head against the heel of your palm without allowing it to move. Hold.

5. Place your right hand against your right temple. Try to bring your chin down to your right shoulder without allowing your head to move. Hold.

6. Place your left hand against your left temple. Try to bring your chin down to your left shoulder without allowing your head to move. Hold.

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