Seven Castles

Vocal Health

                                      

April 30, 2008

 

If you are a singer and such who takes a great step by looking into ways of keeping your voice healthy, rather than waiting until something goes wrong before looking for help, you would be happy to see that there are many things you can do to make sure your voice stays golden. In addition to staying hydrated, allowing your voice to rest between practices, shows and performances, and avoiding smoking, there are other sound advice to follow:

 

Try your best to maintain good general health. Avoid viral colds.

 

Both emotional and physical stresses contribute significantly to vocal distress. Exercise regularly. Using your major muscle groups in jogging, etc. is an excellent way to diminish stress.

 

Do not dry out. Both caffeine and alcohol make you urinate more frequently, meaning the body loses water, and subsequently causes your voice to dry out.

 

Eat a balanced diet. Gain with whole grains as well as fruits and vegetables. All three of these types of foods contain plenty of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin E that keep your body and throat healthy. At times of extended vocal use avoid large amounts of salt and refined sugar, spicy food.

 

Avoid breathing smoggy, polluted air, i.e. car exhausts, smoky bars and lounges when you are vocally tired.

 

Avoid yelling or straining your voice in loud places. You should also whisper as little as possible, because that can also strain your voice. If your voice becomes hoarse, try to speak as little as possible. Know your limits. Do not try to sing too high or too low.

 

Use your hands, not your neck. Avoid cradling the phone between your neck and shoulder when talking. Holding the phone like this for an extended period of time can cause tension in the neck, which then has an effect on your vocal chords and throat.

 

Start every practice with warm-up scales that gradually move your voice up and down. It is also a good idea to exercise your body regularly, which can improve your posture and breathing, as well as tone your muscles and increase your stamina.

 

Sing it loud (just not too loud) and sing it proud. 

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