Chin Firming Exercises: Fitness Tips

By Madhu Babu

When it comes to exercises, most men generally think of more physical aspect of going to gym or running in park before stretching. Not many think of chin firming exercises as a serious form. Simple facial exercises firms chin and jaw line, removes Jowls, wrinkles and wagging skin. There are lots of benefits from chin and other facial exercises. It helps in avoiding anti-aging creams for one. It makes your face healthy and skin glow.

Having a firm chin and jaw makes for a great look and healthy projection of oneself. Any person on introduction would first notice your face which forms a major factor in their judgement. Hence, having a healthy face reflects well on your and impress them with your healthy outlook. Having a third chin or a sagging jaw that looks out of place to your age directly reflects your unhealthy lifestyle and poor attitude towards healthy life.

Chin Firming Exercises: Fitness Tips

Most of chin firming exercises are simple and requires no more than your hands for support. These exercises can be done before or after regular physical exercises, stretching and running. You may have to follow these chin firming exercises regularly to have a positive effect on your face lines. By doing these chin firming exercises, you give your facial muscles a virtual massage to rejuvenate it and make it glow with life.

Chin jaw toning exercise
To perform this exercise, sit or stand and look straight ahead. Close your lips, and do not open your mouth during this exercise. Now tension all the muscles you possibly can below your mouth and along your jaw line. Do this without wrinkling your lips or causing wrinkles anywhere on your face. Move your lower jaw slightly forward to achieve even more muscle tension. Hold the tension position for a minimum of 10 minutes.

The Chin Lift
To perform the chin lift, stand or sit with your spine erect. Tilt your head back until you are looking toward the ceiling. Pucker your lips tightly, as if you wanted to kiss the ceiling. Hold your lips in a puckered position for a five-count, then release. Repeat the exercise 5 to 10 times in a row.

The Neck Roll
To perform the neck roll as a double-chin exercise, stand or sit with an erect spine. As you inhale, gently turn your head to one side until you touch your chin to shoulder. You should be looking to one side. As you exhale, slowly roll your head downward until your chin is resting on your chest. As you inhale, gently lift your head back up until your chin touches the other shoulder as you look the other side.

The Jaw Release
Perform the jaw release exercise by sitting or standing with an erect spine. Inhale deeply through the nose; exhale slowly, while humming with your lips pressed tightly together. While you are inhaling and exhaling, move your jaw in a chewing motion. After finishing your exhale, open your mouth up as wide as you can. Inhale, and exhale from your open mouth with an audible "ahh" sound. Rest the tip of your tongue gently against the backs of your lower teeth to help the jaw relax. Repeat 5-6 times for a good effect.

Platysma Exercise
While sitting or standing with an erect spine, pull your lips back against your teeth, and turn the corners of your mouth downward. Open your mouth slightly, and activate the muscles of your jaw. Keep your lips pressed firmly against your teeth and the corners of your mouth turned down. Wiggle your lower jaw up and down 5 to 10 times.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Story first published: Friday, December 13, 2013, 18:25 [IST]
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