What exercises target the Sternocleidomastoid?

The best exercises that primarily target the Sternocleidomastoid include Band Resistive Neck Retraction, Band Neck Flexion, Wall Front Neck Bridge, Wall Rear Neck Bridge, Wall Side Neck Bridge. In total, 26 exercises involve the Sternocleidomastoid.

What muscle group does the Sternocleidomastoid belong to?

The Sternocleidomastoid is part of the Neck muscle group, which is involved in cervical stability, head movement, and postural support.

How do I target my Sternocleidomastoid?

To target the Sternocleidomastoid, focus on cervical stability, head movement, and postural support. Top exercises include Band Resistive Neck Retraction, Band Neck Flexion, Wall Front Neck Bridge, Wall Rear Neck Bridge, Wall Side Neck Bridge.

Sternocleidomastoid

Muscle group: Neck

Neck muscle that flexes the neck, laterally flexes the head, and assists in shoulder elevation.

Exercises Targeting Sternocleidomastoid

Secondary / Assisting (1)

Neck Extension

Bodyweight Beginner

Stabilizer (2)

Contralateral Superman

None Intermediate

Superman

Bodyweight Intermediate

Other Muscles in Neck

Levator Scapulae, Scalenes

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Sternocleidomastoid

Exercises Targeting Sternocleidomastoid

Primary Mover (23)

Band Resistive Neck Retraction

Band Neck Flexion

Wall Front Neck Bridge

Wall Rear Neck Bridge

Wall Side Neck Bridge

Cable Neck Extension

Cable Neck Flexion

Lever Lateral Neck Flexion

Lever Lateral Neck Flexion (plate loaded)

Lever Neck Extension

Lever Neck Extension (plate loaded)

Lever Neck Flexion

Lever Neck Flexion (plate loaded)

Neck Curl

Neck Lateral Flexion

Lying Neck Retraction Isometric

Weighted Lateral Neck Flexion

Weighted Neck Flexion

Weighted Neck Harness Extension

Weighted Seated Neck Extension

Suspended Lateral Neck Flexion

Suspended Neck Extension

Suspended Neck Flexion