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Chin Tucks Exercise: Improve Neck Alignment & Posture
Muscle Group:
Neck
Type:
Dynamic
Difficulty:
Beginner
Equipment:
None
Deep Cervical Flexors (Longus Colli, Longus Capitis)
Description
You can lie down, sit or stand tall. Gently tuck your chin inwards, trying to move it into your neck, as if making a double chin. Hold briefly, then release.
Progression
Increase hold time, increase repetitions
Feel sensation
Gentle activation of the muscles at the front of the neck.
Common mistakes
Forcing the chin down, not keeping the head level
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