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Neck Circle - Large
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- HOW: Begin the exercise by getting yourself set up in good posture sitting upright looking straight ahead. Then perform clockwise large neck circles, begin the movement by dropping your chin down, then lower your right ear down towards your shoulder, then turn your chin towards your right shoulder. Do a full circle around, then repeat. For every circle you do clockwise, you should match it with equal counter-clockwise circles.
- FEEL: This should feel like a gentle stretch in your head and neck region, it should feel relaxing with the goal of promoting pain-free movement. You can start small vs. big to get the hang of the movement, but the goal is to perform large circles as best as you can.
- COMPENSATION: Maintain body position below your head and neck, only your head and neck should be moving.
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