5 Best Neck Exercises, With Photos and Muscle Maps

Between the skull and the shoulders. Supporting and moving the head.

Front
Back

Neck highlighted on the body.

Exercises 5
Primary Target 5 movements
Stretches 4
Location Between the skull and the shoulders

Neck Exercises — Primary Target 5

These load the neck directly. Fitnit-tracked movements first, then those with step-by-step photographs.

Neck Stretches 4

Mobility work for the same muscles. Full stretch library →

Neck Exercises by Equipment

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best neck exercises?

Fitnit lists 5 neck exercises, 5 of which train the neck as the primary muscle. The top of that list is Isometric Neck Exercise - Front And Back, Isometric Neck Exercise - Sides, Lying Face Down Plate Neck Resistance, Lying Face Up Plate Neck Resistance.

Where is the neck?

Between the skull and the shoulders. Supporting and moving the head.

How do I stretch the neck?

Fitnit lists 4 neck stretches, including Chin To Chest Stretch, Side Neck Stretch, Spinal Stretch. Each has photographs and instructions.

Can I train neck at home with no equipment?

Yes — 2 of these need no equipment at all, including Isometric Neck Exercise - Front And Back, Isometric Neck Exercise - Sides.

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