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When you think of exercise you probably don't include your neck and your face on list of "target areas." However, learning to tighten a turkey neck with facial yoga and performing these exercises daily can help your neck look and feel toned, leading to a younger-looking you. Many facial yoga exercises can be adapted to your needs, and you can do them easily in almost any setting.
Things You Should Know
- Do the pouting stretch by sticking out your lower lip to the point where you are making a pout.
- Next, lower your jaw while keeping your lower lip stuck out in the pout and your face still.
- Repeat this exercise 10 times daily to build strength in the chin and upper neck area.
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Do the pouting stretch. Stick out your lower lip to the point where you are making a pout. Hold that pose for a few seconds. Next, lower your jaw while keeping your lower lip stuck out in the pout and your face still. Repeat this exercise about 10 times. [1] X Trustworthy Source Cleveland Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to source- This move focuses on building strength in the chin and upper neck area, which is prone to developing a "waddle."
- You can do this exercise several times a day, anywhere and everywhere.
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Try "kissing the sky". Sit in a chair with your back straight. Slowly lean your head back until you are looking up at the ceiling. Your lips should be closed but loose. Purse your lips like you are kissing the ceiling. Hold the exaggerated kiss pose for a couple seconds. Repeat about 10 times.- Repeat this exercise several times a day. You should feel this exercise as a stretch through the neck and underside of your jaw.
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Do the owl stretch. Stand up straight with your arms loose at your sides and shoulders down. Bring your lips into a pout and hold the position. Take a deep breath through your nose. Slowly turn your head, looking over your left shoulder. Hold for several seconds. When you are finished, repeat by looking over your right shoulder.- When doing this exercise properly, you should feel a stretch underneath your chin and along both sides of your neck.
- Repeat on each side 10 to 15 times up to twice a day.
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Try "chewing gum". Turn your head to the right as far as you can comfortably. Simulate a chewing gum motion with your mouth about 20 times. Repeat on the other side.- When performing this exercise properly, you should feel a stretch in your jaw muscles, the sides and front of the neck, and your chin.
- In a variation of this exercise, make the chewing motion with your mouth while you tilt your head back and look up at the ceiling.
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Do the upward facing dog. Lie on the floor with and lift yourself up on your forearms, with your elbows positioned under your shoulders. Push up so that your body is in a reverse C position and tilt your chin out. Hold for several seconds and then repeat. [2] X Research source -
Try the swallowing stretch. Look at the ceiling and tilt your head backward. Stick your tongue to the roof of your mouth and swallow. Bend your head to the right and swallow then bend your head to the left and swallow. Repeat 4 times in each direction. [3] X Trustworthy Source Johns Hopkins Medicine Official resource database of the world-leading Johns Hopkins Hospital Go to source- In order for this exercise to strengthen your turkey neck, your tongue must be planted on the roof of your mouth throughout the entire exercise.
- This exercise may be difficult to perform, so remember to relax and just keep trying if you don't get it right the first time.
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Sleep with your neck straight. This is a simple trick that can help keep your neck wrinkles from becoming more pronounced. When you sleep with your neck contorted to one side or the other, your skin is more likely to stretch and become loose. Try to sleep on your back with your neck straight instead. [4] X Research source -
Try skin-firming cream. The skin on your neck is thinner than in other areas of the body, and it tends to dry out and wrinkle more quickly. Use a moisturizing lotion every day to keep it firm and elastic. If you want to give it an additional boost, try a skin-firming cream that contains retinol or an anti-wrinkle formula. [5] X Trustworthy Source American Academy of Dermatology Professional organization made of over 20,000 certified dermatologists Go to source You could also consider adding collagen and hyaluronic acid to your routine. These ingredients help hydrate the tissue, which can minimize some of the looks of loose skin, though they won’t fully tighten it back up. This will help repair the skin and keep it looking young.- Apply cream using a gentle circular motion, working from the bottom of the neck toward the chin. Avoid pulling at your skin and dragging it down, since stretching it every which way could make matters worse.
- In addition to cream, you should also wear sunscreen on your neck. Sun damage can lead to wrinkles and skin damage.
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Cover up with makeup. This is a quick, nonsurgical option that will reduce the appearance of turkey neck. Just choose a foundation that matches your skin tone, mix it with a little moisturizing cream, and apply it to your neck. Evening out the skin will reduce the appearance of wrinkles and dark shadows that make loose skin look more pronounced. You could also cover up with a turtleneck, a high-collared sweater, or a scarf. [6] X Research source
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QuestionWhat else can I do to tighten loose skin?John Diaz is a personal trainer and exercise professional with over 35 years of experience, based in Los Angeles, CA. John was first certified as a personal trainer in 1984 and later in 1989 co-founded Ultimate Health Medical Exercise Center with his sister Joanne. He creates prescriptive exercise programs designed specifically for his clients’ needs ranging from chronic pain relief, sports injury recovery, weight loss goals, and more. John has a degree in Exercise Science, is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine, and is certified through the National Federation of Personal Trainers (NFPT). He also holds a 2nd degree Black Belt in martial arts and is a certified self-defense instructor.Having loose skin usually occurs when your skin loses elastin, which is the protein that helps your skin maintain its shape. Seeing a plastic surgeon is often the most effective solution. However, there are still a few things you can do to improve the appearance of your skin. Taking collagen or hyaluronic acid supplements can aid in keeping your skin hydrated and may help minimize the appearance of looseness, though they won’t provide a dramatic change. Staying hydrated, eating a balanced diet rich in vitamins, and practicing gentle, strength-based exercises can support overall skin health and muscle tone, which can make a subtle difference in how your skin looks.
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- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/9443-pursed-lip-breathing
- ↑ https://www.acefitness.org/resources/everyone/exercise-library/244/upward-facing-dog/
- ↑ https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/swallowing-exercises-how-to-do-tonguestrengthening-exercises
- ↑ https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleeping-positions
- ↑ https://www.aad.org/public/cosmetic/younger-looking/firm-sagging-skin
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-truth-about-exercise-addiction/201606/the-surprising-psychology-behind-makeup
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If you want to tighten the skin around your neck, facial yoga exercises may be able to help. One exercise you can try is the pouting stretch. Stick out your lower lip like you’re pouting, hold for a few seconds, then lower your jaw. Repeat the exercise 10 times. You can also do the owl stretch. Stand up straight and pout your lips. Then, take a deep breath in and slowly turn your head to look over your left shoulder. Hold for a few seconds, then do the same thing on your right side. Repeat 10-15 times. Try upward facing dog too. Lie on the floor on your stomach and push yourself up with your arms so your hands are under your shoulders. Arch your back and tilt your chin out and up toward the ceiling. Hold for a few seconds, then repeat. One other exercise you can try is the swallowing stretch. Tilt your head back and look up at the ceiling. Then, bring your tongue to the roof of your mouth, bend your head to the right, and swallow. Now bend your head to the left and do the same thing. Repeat 4 times on each side. Try to do facial yoga exercises once or twice a day for the best results. For tips on other natural techniques you can try to tone your neck, read on!
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