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We all think of exercises in terms of aerobics and similar body movements that are designed to increase stamina and muscle tone, but exercises come in many different forms and styles. It is true that most of what we see on television and on videos in regards to exercises are geared towards more major body work, but there are times when nifty little exercises you probably have not heard about can come in handy to help shape your body. So, it is time for you to face fitness.
That’s right. It is time for you to face fitness with some interesting facial exercises to help you maintain a good facial feature and get rid of double chin. Double chin is something that is often unsightly to others, and getting rid of it can be critical in maintaining relationships and for photo shoots. Double chin is also the one thing that can’t be removed surgically, leaving the only other available recourse to get rid of it being a few interesting exercises geared towards improving facial quality.
There are over 50 important facial muscles, but a handful of enjoyable exercises can work them into a state of improved tone and looks. Your double chin is really just an out of tune muscle group compared to the rest of your face. Luckily there are some popular exercises which can rid you of that unpleasant to look at extra baggage under your chin. This is not an instant result, like anything worth doing, this regimen takes work and commitment. But the exercises are fun, and the results are agreeable.
There are probably a number of exercises that can help to get rid of double chin, but two of the most common ones are going to be discussed here. Afterward, there will be a short bit about breathing techniques in relation to these exercises. If you follow through on what is about to be discussed, you shouldn’t have much of a problem working those plump muscles in that face of yours. If you want good facial tone, then you need to put those muscles to hard work. And here’s how you can do that.
The first exercise can be done anywhere or anytime you are seated. Tilt your head slightly backward. Pull comfortably but strongly on the loose skin above your collarbone at the base of your neck. Meanwhile, thrust your jaw out and press your lips firmly together. Hold this posture for a few seconds and then let it go. Relax for a few beats, and repeat the procedure.
The second exercise requires that you lie on the floor, or other hard horizontal supporting surface. Lift your head off the floor and squeeze the point of your chin against your chest for a few seconds. Lower your head, relax, and then repeat the technique half a dozen times.
If possible, plan to exercise a few times each waking hour of the day, every day, in a systematic way. No important goal can be reached without application and dedication. You will not get concrete results unless you are fully engaged in doing these strength and tone building exercises targeted at removing your unpleasant double chin.
And now for the final part of this discussion on improving facial muscle tone. As with any other exercise regimen, there are a few breathing steps that should be remembered for best results. Don’t think that breathing is not something to be overly concerned about just because exercises regarding the face are minimal compared to other exercises. That is not the case at all, so it is best to remember that your breathing and your exercise motion rhythm should be in sync. If you follow all these steps, you can safely say goodbye to that annoying double chin.
Jen Hopkins has worked in the anti wrinkle skin care industry for years. She maintains websites about double chin exercises, and facial exercises. If you want to contact her, you can use the contact form at one of her sites.
- Jen Hopkins
