Building definition in the jawline takes patience and dedication. Exercises for the face, jaw, and neck will strengthen the jaw, while eating right and doing cardiovascular exercise daily will help reduce fat in the area. When exercising the jaw muscles, it is important to include the neck and facial muscles for proper balance.
Shrugs With Chin and Neck Lift
This exercise is a combination of a facial exercise and a weightlifting exercise for your trapezius, the muscle that connects your neck to your back and shoulders. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand. Choose a weight that is comfortable for your skill level. The weight should not create any stress on the joints. Lift your head tall, as if a string was pulling you up toward the ceiling from the middle of your head. Inhale and lift your shoulders up to your ears; this is a shrug. Release the shrug, and lift your chin and neck up toward the ceiling while gently clenching your back teeth together and pressing your tongue to the roof of your mouth. Release the head, jaw, and neck back to a neutral position. Repeat the entire sequence eight to 10 times.
Baby Bird
This yoga facial exercise engages the neck muscles. Begin sitting or standing upright, with good posture. Inhale, then swallow and press your tongue to the roof of your mouth. Turn your head slowly to the right and lift your chin up toward the ceiling at an angle. Exhale and return to a neutral position, facing front. Turn your head to the left, and repeat the movement. Repeat the entire sequence five to eight times. Press your tongue to the roof of your mouth every time you turn your head to emphasize the jaw and neck muscles.
Yes and No
This dance exercise engages the neck and jaw muscles. Relax your shoulders, and stand with your feet-shoulder width apart. Lift your torso tall, and elongate your neck by visualizing your head pulling toward the ceiling. Shake your head up and down, gently, in a yes motion. Stretch your chin up toward the ceiling, then pull it toward your chest in a large movement. Repeat eight to 10 times. Next, shake your head no, by looking left, center, and right. Stretch your chin toward each side as far as you can. Repeat this movement eight to 10 times.
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