This short video guides you through a gentle stretch for the sternocleidomastoid—a key muscle along the front and side of the neck that often gets tight from leaning forward, turning your head, or hunching over your work (pottery or screen-based!). Whether you're a potter, maker, or desk-dweller, this is a great one to add to your movement toolkit.

Your hands do a lot—pinching, pulling, shaping, centering. Over time, that repetitive motion can lead to stiffness or strain, especially in the thumbs and fingers. This quick video offers a few easy stretches to bring relief and reset your grip.

A hip flexor stretch and short review of 5 recommended stretches for potters.

A wrist stretch and a back stretch for potters.

A neck stretch and shoulder stretch for potters.

Why stretching is helpful to potters.