Seated Neck Lat Stretch

Prevention and Treatment of Youth Sport Injuries
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• Arm Stretch
• Arm Strength
• Core Stretch
  • Seated Twist with Wand
  • Seated Twist with Ball
  • Seated Twist with Stool
  • Overhead Side Reach
  • Seated Neck Side Stretch
  • Standing Neck Side Stretch
  • Seated Neck Lat Stretch
  • Standing Neck Lat Stretch
• Core Strength
• Leg Stretch
• Leg Strength

Seated in a chair with one arm holding the bottom of the chair use the other arm to reach up to the top back of the head and lightly pull keeping the chin down until a stretch is felt toward the back of the neck. Hold for 15-20 seconds. If needed repeat on the other side and repeat 5 times to each side.

This tool was constructed using the expertise of certified athletic trainers, an orthopedic surgeon, and a certified teacher/web site designer. These professionals were selected for their abilities to interpret medical information and to instruct diverse populations.