# Isometric Neck Rotation

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/neck-rotation-isometric

Also known as: Neck Rotation Isometric, Neck Rotation Hold, Static Neck Rotation

Body region: Neck

## Muscles

- Main: Sternocleidomastoid, Splenius Capitis, Splenius Cervicis
- Helps: Scalenes, Levator Scapulae, Semispinalis
- Holds: Longus Colli, Trapezius

## Technique

1. Sit or stand tall with the shoulders relaxed and place the palm on the side of your face, near the cheekbone.
2. Try to turn your head toward the hand while the hand resists, so the head does not move.
3. Build the pressure gradually over two to three seconds to a moderate effort.
4. Hold for 5 to 10 seconds while breathing normally.
5. Release slowly, rest and repeat on the other side.

### Cues

- Use moderate effort, never a maximal push.
- Keep the chin level and the head still.
- Breathe throughout.

### Common mistakes

- Pushing too hard.
- Letting the head turn or tilt.
- Holding the breath.
- Shrugging the shoulders.

## Alternatives

- [Neck Side Flexion](https://heatsy.app/ex/neck-side-flexion)
- [Neck Flexion Isometric](https://heatsy.app/ex/neck-flexion-isometric)
- [Isometric Neck Extension](https://heatsy.app/ex/neck-extension-isometric)