Exercise for the neck

Zone: chin and neck

Effectiveness. This exercise helps work on the muscles of the front of the neck. It is used in conjunction with other exercises for contour correction of the face.

Main muscles. The neck muscles help maintain the head's balance, participate in the movement of the head and neck, as well as in swallowing and producing sounds. The neck muscles are topographically divided into superficial, intermediate, and deep groups. The intermediate group is subdivided into muscles located above and below the hyoid bone. In the deep muscle group, the lateral and medial (prevertebral) groups are distinguished.

Number of repetitions. The exercise is performed at a moderate pace, 30 times, with a static hold for a few seconds on the last count. After performing the exercise, make circular movements with your head to relieve tension in the neck muscles.

Author: Kristina Bondareva - facebuilding coach

Open your mouth, tilt your head back with your mouth open, bring your jaws together at the top, and return to the starting position with your mouth closed. Do not tilt your head back too much; there should be enough space for a fist between your occiput and neck. Pull your jaw upward with a small amount of effort.