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Chin Tuck

The chin tuck glides your head straight back so your ears line up over your shoulders.

Mobility & Flexibility

What this exercise does

The chin tuck glides your head straight back so your ears line up over your shoulders. It eases forward-head posture and strengthens the deep neck muscles.

At a glance

Body part
Neck
Muscles worked
Neck, Postural Muscles
Experience
Beginner
Equipment
No Equipment

How to do it

  1. Sit or stand tall, looking straight ahead.
  2. Without tilting your head, draw your chin straight back as if making a double chin.
  3. Hold for 3 to 5 seconds.
  4. Release slowly.
  5. Do 8 to 10 reps.

Common mistakes

  • Tilting the head down.
  • Pushing hard.
  • Holding your breath.

Make it easier or harder

Make it easier

Do it lying on your back with a small pillow.

Make it harder

Hold longer, up to 10 seconds.

Keep it safe

Keep the movement small and gentle. If you feel dizzy or have tingling in your arms, stop.

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