Cable Seated Neck Flexion (Head harness)
Expert Advice
Focus on isolating the neck muscles by keeping your body still and only moving your head.
How-to-do Steps
- Sit on a bench facing the cable machine.
- Attach the head harness to the cable.
- With your hands on your thighs or the bench for support, flex your neck to bring your chin toward your chest.
- Slowly extend your neck back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Seated Neck Flexion (Head harness) primarily targets the Traps, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Traps100%
Equipment
Cable
Head Harness
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Seated Neck Flexion (Head harness) work?
Cable Seated Neck Flexion (Head harness) primarily targets the Traps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Seated Neck Flexion (Head harness)?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Seated Neck Flexion (Head harness) suitable for beginners?
Cable Seated Neck Flexion (Head harness) is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
