The most attractive feature of your face is your jawline, so there is no surprise that people have been going under the knife to get a perfect face structure. While you can’t exactly fight ageing or genetics, there are a few exercises that you can follow on a regular basis to help yourself with a more defined jaw.
1. Neck curl up
This is like an abdominal curl but for the neck. It is done by lying on your back and pressing the tongue on the roof of your mouth. This helps in activating the front neck muscles.
Steps:
Make an effort to bring your chin close to your chest and slowly lift your head off the ground, approximately 2 inches above. Make sure that you don’t lift your stomach or poke your chin out.
Start this exercise by doing 3 sets with 10 reps and gradually increase your sets.
Go slow as these underdeveloped muscles and can lead to a neck sprain if you go too fast.
2. Collar bone backup
If you excessively search for the perfect jawline exercises, then this is your answer. This exercise is simple and can be done standing, seated or even lying down on your back.
Steps:
Keep your head levelled on the floor and bring your head up several inches. You’ll be able to feel your muscles stretching on either side of your throat as they contract and relax.
Start this exercise by doing 3 sets with 10 reps and gradually progress to hold your position for more than 30 secs.
Note that your ears should stay over your shoulders and keep your head levelled.
3. Tongue twister
Remember, you used to try it in your childhood. Do this exercise to target the muscles underneath your chin.
Steps:
Start by placing your tongue on the roof of your mouth and directly behind your teeth.
Try to press your tongue to allow the closing of the roof of your mouth which will ultimately add tension.
Start to hum and make a vibrating sound to activate the muscles.
So 3 sets of 15 reps.
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