Seated Neck Tap Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Neck
Equipment
Body weight
Body Part
Upper Arms
Primary Muscle
Neck
Intensity
low
Category
strength
Skill Level
beginner
Estimated Calories
2.5
Alternate Names
Neck Tap Exercise

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Seated Neck Tap

  1. Sit upright on a chair with your feet flat on the floor.
  2. Tilt your head to one side and gently tap the side of your neck with your hand.
  3. Return to the neutral position and repeat on the other side.
  4. Continue alternating sides for the specified repetitions.

Common Mistakes

  • Using excessive force while tapping the neck.
  • Not maintaining proper posture while executing the exercise.

Modifications

  • Perform without any additional weights for easier execution.
  • If seated on a chair, ensure that the chair has back support.

Tips

  • Keep your back straight during the movement.
  • Focus on a slow and controlled motion to engage the neck muscles effectively.

Tags

neck
strength
upper arms
flexibility
bodyweight
beginner

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