4 point kneeling cervical retraction (Cervical retraction strengthening - focus positioning, quadruped)

4 point kneeling cervical retraction (Cervical retraction strengthening - focus positioning, quadruped)

Start on your hands and knees with your hands under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
Find your neutral position with your spine and head with your gaze between your hands.
Push the heels of your hands into the floor so that your shoulder blades flatten against your back.
Gently press your tongue into the roof of your mouth, then shift your head away from the floor, up towards the ceiling a little.
Imagine a string attached to the back of your head pulling it up as one.
Your gaze should remain between your hands as you make a gentle double chin.
Hold this position.
Ensure your back and neck remain in the neutral position throughout, with your shoulder blades controlled.

Required equipment: No equipment, Mat
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