Try these 4 exercises if you’re dealing with neck tightness after BJJ training.
1. Chin tucks (10 reps, 3-5 sec holds)
2. Neck CARS (5 reps each direction-slowly)
3. Upper Trap Stretch (3 reps, 30 sec holds-both sides)
4. Levator Scap Stretch (3 reps, 30 sec holds-both sides)

Perform to comfort for all exercises.

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I received an Instagram question asking about how to decrease neck tightness after BJJ training.

This is a common issue as the neck is a constant area used for control as well as submissions. The neck muscles are very important in protecting you from chokes as well as for positioning among many other things.

In grappling, we tend to overuse some of the muscles surrounding the neck and as a result, tightness, increased tension, and pain can ensue.

It is vital to keep these muscles from getting too tight and sore for proper neck function but also for mobility and pain reduction.

Here are my key tips and exercises that I focus on to help with this process.

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