Obliquus Capitis Superior
Anatomy, function and the kettlebell exercises that train the obliquus capitis superior.
- Body region
- Neck (anterior deep)
- Muscle group
- Deep Neck Flexors
What the obliquus capitis superior does
Suboccipital muscle. Extends and laterally flexes the head. Added 2026-06-17.
Kettlebell exercises that train the obliquus capitis superior
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