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How to protect your neck in yoga

Karen Fabian · 9:35

In this practice

Key teachings

Neck alignment principles in yoga
Awareness of head and neck positioning
Strengthening supporting neck muscles
Modifications for cervical spine safety

Ideal for

Yoga practitioners experiencing neck sensitivity
Beginners learning safe alignment
Individuals wanting to deepen their understanding of anatomy
Anyone seeking to refine their yoga practice for longevity

Lesson

Steps

Gentle neck warm-ups and stretches
Cervical spine stabilizing exercises
Alignment cues for common yoga poses (e.g., inversions, forward folds)
Mindful head placement in daily activities

Benefits

Reduces neck pain and discomfort
Prevents cervical spine injuries during practice
Improves posture and head-neck relationship
Increases overall body awareness
Enhances confidence in yoga practice

Practice summary

Level: all levels
Duration: 15 minutes
Equipment: yoga matnone
Target areas: neckupper backshoulderscervical spine
Energy: calming

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