# Struggling with Forward Head Posture

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Podcast: [Elite Sports Recovery and Performance](https://stenobird.com/podcast/elite-sports-recovery-and-performance-7086042)
Published: 2025-12-04T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nate-avila/episodes/Struggling-with-Forward-Head-Posture-e3br8f4
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Duration seconds: 396

## Resource

“Fixing Forward Head Posture — Stretches, Corrections & How Sports Massage Helps”** Forward head posture—aka tech neck—is one of the most common causes of neck pain, tight traps, headaches, and shoulder dysfunction. In this episode, Nate breaks down why your head drifts forward, how it overloads your neck muscles, and the exact stretches you can use to start correcting it today. You’ll learn: • Why forward head posture forms in the first place • The hidden muscles that get tight and pull the head out of alignment • The best stretches for your traps, levator scapulae, SCM, and front-neck muscles • How chin tucks strengthen the deep neck flexors and reset your posture • How sports massage unlocks stubborn neck tension and accelerates long-term correction • A simple daily routine to reduce pain and restore proper alignment Whether you’re an athlete, office worker, or someone dealing with chronic neck tightness, this episode will help you understand how to fix forward head posture from the root. Tune in and learn how targeted bodywork + smart mobility can reset your neck and improve your movement for good.

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