5 morning exercises, and a 5-minute night massage to lift neck and jawline post 45 |
As we age, the skin around our neck and jawline starts to lose elasticity, and may very well weaken the muscles, leading to sagging, double chin and soft jaw contours. This is especially common after the age of 45. When collagen and muscle tone naturally starts to decline, fortunately enough a simple 5 minute routine and facial exercise can help tighten the area, without any expensive supplements or expensive surgeries, this natural way provides a time-efficient plan to help tone, sculpt and lift the neck and jawline naturally.
Morning routine: 5 neck and jawline lifting exercises
Neck tilts (chin to ceiling)
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This exercise stretches and activates under-chin muscles, helping with sagging and double chin appearance.How to do it properly
- Sit or stand tall with relaxed shoulders
- Tilt the head back slowly and look up at the ceiling
- Push the lower jaw forward to feel the tight stretch under the skin
- Try and 3 seconds and then return to starting position.
- Try doing 5-10 reps of this exercise.
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Jaw juts side to side
This quick exercise defines and tones the jawline along with lateral neck musclesHow to do it properly
- With your head in a neutral slight tilted position, move the lower jaw to the left side
- Hold for 3 seconds, return and move it to the right
- Keep the lips relaxed avoid clenching the teeth
Tongue press
A simple facial exercise that targets the under-chin area and deep neck muscles. If one has a double chin or improvement is required in neck definition, this exercise could be it.How to do it
- Sit straight with relaxed shoulders
- Keep the head level, chin parallel to the ground
- Press the tongue firmly against the roof of your mouth not just the tip
- While firmly holding the tongue press, slightly tilt the head back, feel a tightening and pulling sensation in the front of the neck, under the chin.
Neck curl-up
This exercise feels like a “crunch” for the neck. It targets the deep neck flexors, muscles under the chin, mostly areas that weaken with age, leading to sagging, or a double chin.Note: This movement is very subtle and slow, go gently, it is about control and not force.How to do it
- Lie on your back on a mat or towel
- Bend the knees and keep the feet flat on the floor
- Keep the lips closed and tongue pressed against the roof of the mouth (like the previous tongue press exercise)
- Tuck the chin slightly
- Gently lift the head off the floor (do not lift your shoulders)
- Hold the position for 3-5 seconds
- Do 5-10 reps, gradually increasing as strength builds
Neck resistance push
The neck resistance push builds neck strength and improves posture (essential for jaw definition), it is one of the best low-impact ways to support the jawline, improve posture and reduces the effects of neck sagging.How to practice it
- Sit or stand with a straight spine
- Place the palm on the forehead
- Gently push the forehead into the hand while resisting the movement with the hand
- Hold for 5-7 seconds and relax then repeat
- Head should not move, tension should be felt internally
5-minute night routine for neck and jawline massage
Jawline sculpting (1 minute)
- Using the index and middle finger, glide from your chin to the ear along the jawline
- Use firm and upward strokes
- Use a gua sha tool for more sculpting effect
- Repeat 10-15 times on each side
Neck lifting massage (1 minute)
- Open the palms and swipe upward from the collarbone to the chin
- Use alternating hands in slow and upward lifting motions.
- Do not drag the skin; use a facial oil for smooth gliding
Platysma pinch and roll (1 minute)
- Gently pinch the skin just above the collarbone
- Use a rolling motion upward towards the jawline
- Work in small sections from the center outward
- This stimulates the platysma, a major neck muscle involved in sagging
Lymphatic drainage (1-2 minutes)
- Use very gentle circular strokes behind the ears
- Then slide the fingers downward along the sides of the neck to the collarbone
- Repeat 10-15 minutes
- This helps get rid of the puffiness, helping in defining the contours of the face
How to get better results
- Be consistent with the massage, do it at least 5 times per week
- Drink enough water daily to keep the skin elastic
- Include collagen rich food, vitamin C and healthy fats (leafy greens, fish etc)
- Keep the head up and shoulders back, poor posture causes sagging
Remember, the results are not instant, but practicing this routine and the above mentioned exercises, one can notice a boost in blood flow and skin brightness. A simple daily routine of targeted exercise and massage, if practiced consistently.
