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Neck Stretches and Neck Rolls - How to Stretch Your Neck

By Anne Asher, About.com

Updated: December 4, 2007

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Roll Your Head to One Side

From the start position, roll your head to one side.

From the start position, roll your head to one side.

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From the start position, very gently tip your head to your left. Paying attention to how your neck feels during this movement will help you do it safely. If it is painful, or your neck just doesn't feel right, stop immediately. This may not be the stretch for you.

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