Longus colli & longus capitis

Schematic anatomy
Deep layerLongus colli & longus capitis

Shoulders

Anterior deltoidMiddle deltoidPosterior deltoid

Rotator cuff

SupraspinatusInfraspinatusTeres minorSubscapularis

Neck

SternocleidomastoidLongus colli & longus capitisScalenesSplenius capitis & cervicisLevator scapulaeSuboccipital muscles
Movement guide

Longus colli & longus capitis

Deep anterior neck muscles support gentle nodding and cervical control.

01

Supported chin nod

Deep neck control · Bodyweight

Also works

Other deep neck flexors; superficial muscles contribute if effort increases

How to perform

Lie with your head comfortably supported. Make a small nod as if saying yes, then relax.

Keep the head on the support and use gentle effort.

Example volume · 1–2 sets × 5–8 holds of 3 sec

Referenceswww.cuh.nhs.uk

Community draft · awaiting expert review