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Why does my neck hurt when I lift hand weights?

National Academy of Sports Medicine
National Academy of Sports Medicine
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Your neck should not hurt during exercise. One main reason why it could hurt is improper breathing. When performing lifting exercise be sure to follow regular breathing patterns to prevent valsalva maneuver. Not breathing during exercise can increase intrathecal and blood pressure causing unnecessary head and neck pain. If you are demonstrating proper breathing and pain does not subside you should see a physician for further evaluation. 

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