Neck Exercises
Shoulder Shrugs For Neck Strength & Neck/Trap Size
QUESTION: “I just got into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and I’m just starting to do some shrugs because I want to get my traps and neck bigger and stronger. Which versions of shrugs are the best to do? Any suggestions and/or tips for me since I’m just getting into shrugging?”
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Sport-Specific Benefits Of Having A Big Strong Neck
In submission wrestling (grappling), Brazilian Jiu- Jitsu and mixed martial arts (MMA), the ultimate goal is to finish your opponent. One of the most common ways to finish an MMA fight, submission wrestling grappling match or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) match is with a choke. A strong neck will improve your choke defense and make it [...]
Video: Shoulder Exercise – Warmup Circuit
(Video Below) Don’t forget about your shoulders! As you probably know by now, I’m BIG on WARMING UP before you train. It prevents injury and makes your workout more productive. Besides warming up my neck directly, I make sure to also warm up my SHOULDERS. After all, your neck, shoulders and back all work together. [...]
Video: Neck Exercise – Manual Isometric Neck Exercise Routine
(Video Below) Question: How important is “isometric” neck strength for grappling and wrestling? Answer: Isometric neck strength is VERY important. Isometric neck exercises should be a regular part of your grappling exercise routine. It’s important for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), submission grappling, wrestling and mixed martial arts (MMA). Here’s why. In BJJ, when you’re inside the [...]
Neck Exercise: Stability Ball Warmup/Workout | Neck Strength
A big MISTAKE a lot of grapplers make is going straight for the hard neck exercises, or even dynamic ones like bridging, before doing the basics. You gotta warm up those muscles BEFORE you train! And you gotta build up your neck muscles and develop a solid base of neck strength BEFORE you start going [...]
