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Platysma stretch

Improves flexibility and eases tension in the neck

Mobility & StretchingBeginnerFlexibilityStretch

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: Neck. Secondary: Jaw and throat muscles
Muscle groupMobility & Stretching
DifficultyBeginner
TypeFlexibility · Stretch
Sets & reps2 sets × 20 seconds
Estimated calories burned~12 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Get into position with a tall, relaxed posture
  2. Step 2: Ease into the stretch until you feel a gentle pull in the neck
  3. Step 3: Hold for 20 seconds, breathing slowly
  4. Step 4: Release slowly without bouncing
  5. Step 5: Switch sides if the stretch is one-sided, then repeat

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Coaching tips

Benefits

Improves flexibility and eases tension in the neck

Common mistakes

Bouncing or forcing the stretch past mild tension

Make it harder

Hold a few seconds longer or ease slightly deeper

Make it easier

Reduce the range and ease off the stretch

Breathing

Deep slow breathing, exhale as you settle in

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