Neck Strength | Hypermobility & EDS Exercises with Jeannie Di Bon

[@annabelsolano5219]

I’m just 14 and I have struggled with neck pain and ankle pain because of hyper mobility. I love this one, I also love your posture videos.

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Thank you.

[@laura5425]

how have you been doing since? did you manage to get the posture issues under control? for me my adolescence was quite tough but noone knew, what was wrong with my body. so cool that you are already aware

[@conkerpsu]

Never knew I could work my back muscles this way. Nothing ever worked for me before for my EDS. Thank you so much for doing these videos. Your a lifesaver!

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Great! Glad it helped.

[@malinichandra6953]

I agree 👍

[@DK-cd8og]

It helps when you describe the head being lifted, as with a balloon. That helped me isolate the muscle group better. Otherwise I was using my shoulders, which are always in tension.

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

That’s great. Glad it helped 😌

[@brittanyharton4784]

WOW! I wish these were the isometric neck exercises that were prescribed for post-op after a cervical fusion. Makes so much more sense now, especially when you include the shoulder stabilization piece. Thank you so much Jeannie! I’m going to share this with my Neurosurgeons!!!! :)

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Brittany Harton thank you. Glad it’s useful.

[@evamae7048]

I'm an 11yr old girl and got hypermobility in my neck last weekend and these stretches really helped

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

That’s great to hear 🙌

[@jaco8464]

Love that you did this it’s nice seeing someone do targeted exercises for eds. All my doctors are far away so having online resources is a big help

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

So glad to help 😊

[@LUN4321]

Thank you!

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

You're welcome!

[@bobmarley1498]

I’ve noticed my forward head posture effecting my nice jawline and side profile. How long until this workout positively effects my appearance. I have no pain this is purely for cosmetic reasons. Thank you so much! 🙏🏻

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Everyone would change alignment differently. Can’t really give a specific timeframe as depends on different things.

[@sofiamarie9136]

What perfect timing...was just doing the neck stability video you have in the Zebra Club this morning after getting frustrated with difficulty sleeping from neck aches. Love the progressions you showed here. Will be adding this to my goals. Thanks, Jeannie! 💜

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Thank you 🙏🏻. Glad it helped 🦓💪

[@sdoken]

How did it go for you? Did it help you sleep better?

[@VegasGamer91]

I've been suffering from neck pain for so long and nothing ever really seemed to helped. I came across this video and after doing this exercise I feel so much better! I don't remember the last time my neck felt this good. Thanks for sharing!

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

That’s brilliant. So happy to hear.

[@scarpru]

Wow these are good exercises! Im impressed!

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Thanks so much!

[@hypermobilesinger]

Thank you for this. I need to conquer my neck problems and disability if I want to sing.

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

I hope this helps you achieve that.

[@moxielouise]

I can't wait to try this!

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Hope you like it!

[@lee-bd1ng]

instant relief thank you ❤

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Glad it helped!

[@brodie_lee7904]

How often should I do these?, I know my neck feels a little weak after working those muscles. Thanks!

[@DarkestFinale]

I'm finding this one difficult to do correctly, because you say which muscles NOT to use, but not which ones TO use if that makes sense. Should I be using my core? My lower back? Shoulderblade area? Something else?

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

This is focussed on area between shoulder blades & neck.

[@purple_cat7836]

thank you..

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Welcome!

[@rebecca911]

Thank you, 🙏

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

You’re welcome 😊

[@isajale660]

Ur a life saver tysm!!!!❤

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

You're welcome!

[@theadventuringzebra]

Hi Jeannie! What do you recommend for serratus anterior pain/weakness? This has always been the most painful muscle for me and I feel has led to a lot of scapular instability and neck pain. I believe it may also be do to my breathing issues with dysautonomia.

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Yes upper back muscles are key. Start with my fix shoulder pain video on here

[@hmac5973]

I have TOS in my left arm and so it’s hurts for my arm to be in the position in the video. Is it OK to do this exercise with my left arm just out by my side and only my right arm in front? Also have you seen people with TOS and EDS in your practice? Do you have exercises you typically suggest that you can share? Thank you for all of your helpful advice and videos!

[@cyxu]

Seconding this question! I have tennis elbow, and doing this exercise makes my arm sometimes uncomfortable. Jeannie, do you know of any modifications or alternative exercises in this case? Thank you!

[@georgedunne4154]

Sorry to sound like a bodybuilder 😅. Could you make a general recommendation as to timings and repetitions of this? Reps, sets, times per week etc

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

I don’t really for hypermobility because everyone is different with differing sensitivities. Some people only do one rep but some can tolerate more. Personally I never do more than 8 reps of any exercise. But listen to your body.

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

I don’t really for hypermobility because everyone is different with differing sensitivities. Some people only do one rep but some can tolerate more. Personally I never do more than 8 reps of any exercise. But listen to your body.

[@nickolwilson2212]

Do you have any non triggering neck exercises for craniocervical joint instability? This has been so challenging for me & chin tucks are a definite no no for me. Im not triggered looking upwards, but triggered looking down, leaning forward & leaning backwards. Anything you could suggest would be much appreciated & I can try it out to see if its triggering or not. Additionally, I have rib subluxations & cannot be on my side without it pulling me out of place. Honestly, I just need a new body. 💝

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Please check my live CCI class on here.

[@nickolwilson2212]

@@JeannieDiBonHypermobility Thank you, when do you have the live CCI classes? Are there any previous videos or could you make one for CCI & hypermobility specifically?

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

@@nickolwilson2212on the live tab on here

[@KimmyGibbler7]

Do you have any videos on correcting the neck hump… mine is getting worse and worse and I am super insecure about it. I’m not sure what to do! It seems like everything I try doesn’t work… because of the hypermobility. There’s gotta be something! (The chin tucks don’t work because of the hypermobility either!!!!) Thx

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Yes fairly common issue but with correct exercises this can reduce. But it’s a whole body approach. The hump is layers of fascia being laid down to protect the joints from excess force and load. If you have a forward head posture, then that will be impacting it. Start looking at all my videos for the whole spine, not just the neck. Hope it helps.

[@KimmyGibbler7]

@@JeannieDiBonHypermobility ok thank you!!!

[@samanthahastings7046]

Would this help with a neck ‘hump’ and is there anything else that can be done to help with this problem?

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

It’s hard to give specific advice without seeing you or knowing history.

[@mandyslittlelife]

How many reps at a time of the movement should you do?

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

It’s down to how you feel. If you’re new to this exercise, start with one or two and build up slowly. Check my video called Find Your Baseline and I explain how to start and progress exercises.

[@jessasmiles93]

Is this safe for possible CCI?

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

I cannot give personal advice as I don’t know your situation. Please check with your medical professional for your particular case of CCI.

[@lindseyjohnson1856]

I have cci

[@belb820]

May I do it also with neck pain?

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

I cannot give personal advice on here as I don’t know your medical condition.

[@DayneReedy]

How many reps of the first ex is recommended!

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

That would really depend on your individual tolerance level. Some people start with one rep. I never do more than 8-10 reps of any exercise.

[@DayneReedy]

@@JeannieDiBonHypermobility Thank you. Yesterday I did two and that was all I could manage. I will slowly build up to more.

[@rarasully8934]

Which muscles do you engage? You say which ones not to use, but dont say anything about which ones should be doing the lift. Is this abdominals? Lower back?Middle back? One comment you say between shoulders and neck, but that cant get me into that position if I am not to put weight on my arms.

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

I don’t focus in on individual muscles - maybe start with my video called the best 5 exercises for neck pain.

[@fredatlas4396]

This looks like the pilates diamond press, and the muscles your supposed to be working in the neck are in the front of the neck, the muscles in the back of the neck are lengthening. Also you don't mention about engaging the core muscles, when going this exercise

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Thank you - yes I trained in pilates. This is an extension exercise so the back muscles are working. The front is lengthening. But in reality both should be working in balance.

[@calisthenics_coach_india]

it actually helps! thanks

[@JeannieDiBonHypermobility]

Excellent!