Q: Is it important for bodybuilder’s to train the neck and, if so, what exercises are the best? A: Yes, it is important for a well rounded physique to have a muscular neck. A thick neck, offset by huge sloping traps, is the epitome of raw power and manliness. A physique without good neck development is, quite simply, incomplete. Think of the last two Mr. Olympia’s – Coleman and Yates. Without thick, muscular necks they would not have been able to stand head and shoulders above the competition. Apart from the aesthetic appeal of a thick, strong neck, developing this area of your body can give you some major injury insurance. The effects of whiplash can be greatly reduced, if not eliminated entirely by the possession of a strong neck. In addition many of the nagging injuries picked up during ...

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The neck is one muscle group which isn’t included in most bodybuilding training protocols. This may seem odd, as the muscles of the neck connect to the traps, shoulders, chest, and back. However, they are neglected almost universally in bodybuilding literature. Most gyms are devoid of neck training devices. Does the thickness of the neck matter in bodybuilding contests? Yes and no. It is true that the neck isn’t considered a meaningful body part. However, a very weak neck can – either consciously or subconsciously – cause judges to mark a competitor down. Let’s learn more about neck training. Q: First off, what movements can I use to train the neck? A: Some gyms, particularly those at universities or physical therapy facilities, do offer machines which specifically target the neck. Use them. ...

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Something that you won’t find often mentioned in nearly every bodybuilding periodical and website is neck training. A lot of beginners will usually only concentrate on their chest, arms, and back, this is because these groups are the most popular to show off. When bodybuilders finally become more advanced and start training other muscle areas, some trends emerge which allow the desire for specialized neck training. Using heavier weights can help put on more muscle mass, but can also lead to injuries in areas that haven’t been trained; these areas will have pressure while moving. Some exercises that can put unbearable pressure on the neck are dead lifts, rows, and shrugs. One of the primary goals of bodybuilding is symmetry, so a bodybuilder with a muscular and balanced physique will not look as good on stage if they have an untrained ...

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The neck is a body part which is viewed constantly, and a key to support strength for many popular compound movements. Despite this importance, it’s often overlooked even by experienced bodybuilders, who either aren’t aware of its significance or don’t know how to train it.  Let’s address a few frequently asked questions regarding the neck and neck training. Why should I train the neck? The neck should be trained for several reasons.  The most important reason is to help avoid injuries.  When you consider the intense workload you place on the back and chest, muscle groups directly connected to the neck, it seems maddening that one would completely neglect this adjacent muscle group.  Additionally, we’ve all heard the term “pencil-neck geek” used to describe the look of a skinny person with a very thin neck.  Contrast that with the look of boxer “Iron” ...

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Q:  Is it important for bodybuilder’s to train the neck and, if so, what exercises are the best? A: Yes, it is important for a well rounded physique to have a muscular neck. A thick neck, offset by huge sloping traps, is the epitome of raw power and manliness. A physique without good neck development is, quite simply, incomplete. Think of the last two Mr. Olympia’s – Coleman and Yates. Without thick, muscular necks they would not have been able to stand head and shoulders above the competition. Apart from the aesthetic appeal of a thick, strong neck, developing this area of your body can give you some major injury insurance. The effects of whiplash can be greatly reduced, if not eliminated entirely by the possession of a strong neck. In addition many of the nagging injuries picked up during training result from weak ...

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