Vocal training exercises are necessary for aspiring vocalists who want to become professional singers or simply preserve their singing voices.
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Follow these tips as you train your voice to prevent vocal injury or strain:
1. Maintain good posture.
How you position your body as you sing affects airflow through your vocal cords. Keep your chest open and shoulders relaxed, with your neck and jaw in a neutral position. Slumping over can negatively affect the way your voice sounds.
2. Keep practice brief.
Keep your practice sessions short but frequent (daily, if possible) to prevent your voice from overuse and strain. Make sure to rest your voice in between sessions. Over time, you can gradually increase the length of your training sessions.
3. Stay hydrated.
Keep your voice healthy by drinking lubricating fluids like water or tea throughout the day. Avoid ice-cold drinks, milk, or other dairy food products that may cause mucus buildup in your voice and affect sound and control.
4. Work with a vocal coach.
If you have access to voice lessons, consider investing in a voice teacher who can help take your singing to the next level. A voice coach can help you train your voice so that you can find your proper pitch and vocal range and potentially hit high notes.