Neck & Shoulder Strength Nearly 20% of people experience neck pain at any given moment. An often overlooked contribution to neck pain is neck and shoulder strength. The shoulders not only work to move the arm, but provide stability to the scapula and neck muscles. Any weakness or overuse may contribute to neck pain or dysfunction. If you’ve been experiencing neck pain, make sure you give these exercises a try: 1️⃣ Banded isometric neck hold. Plank position with your neck retracted against a band. 8-10 reps. 3-5 second hold each rep. 2️⃣ Kneeling plank with banded shoulders. Emphasis on scapular stability while maintaining a neutral neck (don’t bend it looking down!). 8-10 reps. 3-5 second hold each rep. 3️⃣ Cable row, full protraction ➡️ retraction. Utilize the full range of the scapula and shoulders. 3 sets, 10-12 reps. Find a weight that maintains form and is difficult at the last rep. 4️⃣ Single-arm row, full protraction ➡️ retraction. Add thoracic movement with row. 3 sets, 10-12 reps. Find a weight the maintains form and is difficult at the last rep. Make sure you’re taking a full-body approach to your pain and movement. Book today. #Myodetox #NeckPain #FutureProofYourBody