neck builder extending your head back against a band, done standing
the same job as a neck extension on a bench with nothing to set up but a band
and an anchor. A chin tuck uses the same band and slides your head back level,
while this one tips it back
the band is slackest where the neck is stretched, a suboptimal strength curve
next to a plate, traded for the easy setup
Execution
Anchor a band at head height and stand facing it. Loop it around the back of
your head and step back until it pulls your head forward.
let the band draw your head forward until you feel a stretch up the back of
your neck
extend your head back, bringing the back of your skull towards your shoulders
move only at the neck, keeping your shoulders still
let the band bring your head forward under control
pause briefly in the stretched position before the next rep
Start with a light band. The neck adapts slowly and the range is what you are
building first. When it stops being hard, add resistance rather than reps. Use a
heavier band, or step further from the anchor.