Platesmith

Neck Curl

An isolation exercise for the sternocleidomastoid.

  • Neck
  • Other
  • Isolation

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Muscles worked

MainSternocleidomastoid

Setup

Use very light loads and a slow tempo to train the front of the neck safely.

How to do it well

  • Lie face-up with a light plate on the forehead
  • Curl the chin toward the chest
  • Lower slowly

Common mistakes

  • Using too much weight
  • Jerking the neck

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.