Side-To-Side Mouth
Loosen up your jaw and face with gentle side-to-side stretches. Improve flexibility and reduce tension!
The Side-To-Side Mouth mainly works the core and neck, with help from the traps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Side-To-Side Mouth Muscles Worked
Primary
Obliques; Side Neck Flexor (sternocleidomastoid)
Secondary
Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Side-To-Side Mouth Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Side-To-Side Mouth
Mouth Side to Side Exercise Instructions
Starting Position:
Stand or sit comfortably with your back straight and shoulders relaxed.
Ensure your head is in a neutral position, looking straight ahead.
Movement Instructions:
Take a deep breath to relax your facial muscles.
Open your mouth slightly, keeping your lips relaxed.
Move your jaw to the right side, feeling a stretch in the muscles around your mouth and jaw.
Hold this position for 2-3 seconds.
Slowly return your jaw to the center.
Now, move your jaw to the left side, maintaining a relaxed posture.
Hold this position for 2-3 seconds.
Return your jaw to the center again.
Repetitions:
Repeat the side-to-side movement for a total of 10 times, alternating sides.
Tips:
Keep the movements slow and controlled to avoid straining your jaw.
Ensure that your head and neck remain stable during the exercise.
Breathe normally throughout the exercise.
Side-To-Side Mouth FAQs
What muscles does the Side-To-Side Mouth work?
The Side-To-Side Mouth mainly works the core and neck, with help from the traps. The main muscles are the obliques and sternocleidomastoid.
What equipment do you need for the Side-To-Side Mouth?
None. The Side-To-Side Mouth is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Side-To-Side Mouth variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Jaw Stretch, Lying Side-To-Side Neck Stretch, Lateral Neck Flexion and Trap Stretch Version II.
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