upper back·mobility

Levator scapulae stretch

Sit tall, anchor one hand under your thigh. Tilt your head down and to the opposite side at a 45° angle (like you're looking at your opposite armpit). Use the free hand to gently press the head deeper into that angle. 30-second hold. The levator scapulae is the OTHER stiff-neck muscle — different angle from the upper trap.

Secondary muscles

shoulders

Form cues

1Tilt at 45° (between forward and side) — that's the levator line
2Anchor the same-side hand to pin the shoulder down
3Should feel from the base of the skull to the top of the shoulder blade

Common mistakes

Tilting straight to the side (that's upper trap, not levator)
Pressing too hard — gentle wins

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