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There’s a big debate about neck bridges and cervical spine training. Many coaches defend the old-school wrestling bridge, saying it builds neck strength and tissue tolerance. They’re not wrong — it works, but it also compresses the spine at end range. If the neck already has imbalances or asymmetry, that loading can amplify compensations and strain the cervical chain. In combat sports, that’s common because striking and grappling bias one side of the neck over time. Over time, this can reduce mo

The spine is designed to bend. Training the trunk isometrically is a waste of time, especially if you’re already getting enough exposure stabilising under load in the gym. The fear of not bending the spine is probably why most people suffer with back pain. The rotational demands of combat sport require your spine is going to flex, extend and rotate in vulnerable positions. Training the spine directly with the right application in a controlled environment will ultimately lead to better adaptation