How to do the ear-to-shoulder stretch

Instructions for ear-to-shoulder:

From a seated or standing position, straighten your back and bring on your arms behind your back, bending it at the elbow if possible.

Using your other arm, gently pull your head to the side to bring your ear down toward your shoulder.

What does ear-to-shoulder help with?

Flexibility

What areas does ear-to-shoulder exercise?

Shoulders, Neck

How is ear-to-shoulder performed?

Standing, Sitting

When should you avoid ear-to-shoulder?

Vertigo

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Discover Workouts that include ear-to-shoulder:

Neck 1

A series of stretches designed to increase flexibility in the neck.

5 mins

Neck 2

A series of stretches designed to increase flexibility in the neck.

7 mins

Neck 3

A series of stretches designed to increase flexibility in the neck.

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Shoulders 2

A series of stretches designed to increase flexibility in the shoulders.

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Shoulders 3

A series of stretches designed to increase flexibility in the shoulders.

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