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Chin Tuck

Drawing the head straight back to make a 'double chin' while keeping the eyes level. A gentle corrective exercise for the deep front neck muscles and head posture awareness.

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Primary muscles

  • Neck Flexors

Secondary muscles

  • Neck Extensors
Sets
2–3
Reps
8–12 (3-5 sec holds)
Rest
30s

How to perform

Chin Tuck movement

Main muscles working (thicker lines)

Starting position

Sit or stand tall, or lie on your back with your head supported, eyes looking straight ahead.

  1. 1

    Gently glide your head straight back, as if making a double chin.

  2. 2

    Keep your eyes level; do not tip your head up or down.

  3. 3

    Hold for a few seconds while breathing normally.

  4. 4

    Relax back to the start and repeat.

Breathing: Breathe normally throughout each hold.

Coaching tips

  • Straight back, not down

  • Eyes level

  • Gentle effort

Common mistakes

  • Nodding the chin down instead of gliding back

  • Pushing too hard

  • Tensing the shoulders

Safety notes

  • Keep the effort gentle and pain-free; stop if you feel dizziness or tingling.

Details

Body parts
Neck · Upper Body
Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Isolation · Mobility
Exercise type
Corrective
Training goals
Mobility · Rehab Support · General Fitness

Sets, reps and rest are general guidance — adjust to your goals and experience.

Alternatives

  • Chin-to-Chest StretchBeginner→
  • Lacrosse Ball Neck ReleaseBeginner→
  • Manual Resistance Neck IsometricBeginner→

This information is general fitness guidance, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain and consult a qualified professional.

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