Perform singing exercises to warm up your vocal cords.
Singing requires vocal stamina so that you will be able to sing for long periods of time without experiencing fatigue or excessive strain on the throat and vocal cords. In addition to being physically fit and healthy, you can increase singing stamina by performing certain vocal exercises. With regular practice, proper technique, ensuring adequate water intake and watching what you eat, you can build up your stamina for optimal singing results.
Instructions
1. Warm up your vocal cords at the beginning of singing practice or prior to a competition. Warm-up exercises for the voice work in a similar manner to athletic warm-up routines; they both prevent injuries and muscle soreness due to cold muscles. Prepare your throat and voice for singing by engaging in various exercises, such as humming, making a buzzing sound through clenched teeth or singing scales to gradually increase your pitch and tone.
2. Practice projecting your voice during singing sessions to increase stamina. This involves the repetition of an exercise or activity that will build up the vocal cords and muscles used during singing. Projecting your voice can also assist in increasing abdominal and core strength, particularly in the diaphragm, the muscle which works to push air out from your lungs. This is important because strength is needed to project your voice so that you can be heard in front of a large audience.
3. Drink plenty of water and clear fluids to stay hydrated. Dehydration and thirst can lead to a dry mouth and scratchy throat, affecting your ability to sing or even talk properly. In addition to causing discomfort, a dry throat can lead to difficulty swallowing and cause your throat and vocal cords to tighten and constrict. Stay hydrated by drinking six to eight glasses of water a day. Be sure to keep a water bottle with you during singing sessions to sip as needed.
4. Eat a healthy diet. A nutritious diet is essential for a healthy body and mentally focused mind. Complex carbs, lean proteins and healthy fats are a source of essential vitamins and minerals that are needed for normal body functions, fluid and electrolyte balance, alertness and increased energy levels. Making sure that these physiological considerations are in order will enable you to practice singing consistently, letting you build up stamina in the process. Certain foods may need to be avoided during rehearsals, however. Avoid bananas, for example, as the starchy fruit lining may build up in the esophagus and prevent vocalization. Indeed, any food that can cause the build up of thick films is best avoided.
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