Exercises for a Double Chin

There are specific exercises for a double chin that you can do. While there are no quick solutions here many people have reported success with this method, particularly when an exercise routine is combined with changes in diet.

There are more than 30 muscles in the lower face and jaw area and the ones that you want to focus on the most are the mentalis muscle in your chin and the platysma muscle that controls movement in you neck, mouth and jaw.

Some of these exercises can look a little unusual to passers by so if you don't want to attract the wrong kind of attention consider doing them at home rather than in the park.

You should also start off slowly at first so that you don't overdo it and strain some of these sensitive muscles. Start off with five easy reps two or three times a day and build up from there and you should have a firmer chin and neck in no time.

Chin Stretches

Start in a seated or standing position and tilt your head upwards as far as you can go comfortably to look at the sky or the ceiling. Then you can slowly start to move your jaw up and down in a kind of 'chewing' motion. You should be able to feel the muscles moving in your jaw, chin and your neck.

Resistance Training

Try putting your hand on your forehead and using it as resistance as you push your head forwards. Put your hand on your neck and the area under your chin and you will be able to feel the muscles there as they expand and contract.

Other Jaw Exercises

Try opening your mouth as far as you can and then pushing your lower row of teeth forwards and upwards so that they cover your upper lip before returning to your original position. Repeat this motion for your desired number of repetitions.

Chewing

As long as it is the sugar free variety, chewing gum can help to strengthen jaw muscles and tone the area around your chin. If you don't want to chew gum then try this exercise. Open your mouth as wide as you can, then place your lower lip over your lower teeth and then move your jaw up and down in a kind of chewing motion.

Massage

Learn how to give yourself a facial massage at least two or three times a week. Use your thumbs to gently press into the muscle on the under side of your jaw and then massage the entire lower face and neck. You can also slap the underside of your jaw with the back of your hand for several minutes, two or three times a day to firm up the skin.

For a complete range of exercises for a double chin as well as numerous videos that show you how it's done check out our Face Fitness Formula review.