{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5fe36a71f3869269deaf79a5/63c683b3f029ae001132a9c4?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"846 – Fit Body, Fit Voice","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/5fe36a71f3869269deaf79a5/1640517727663-c9732320b1dc90956152d18c807b99bc.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>2023.04.26 – 0846 – Fit Body, Fit Voice</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong><u>Physical fitness and training</u></strong></p><p>Of course, your voice needs <em>the rest of you</em> to be in shape, your overall health, fitness, strength and posture, not just the actual vocal mechanics! And that means the right kind of exercise:</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Core and aerobic exercises help you with strength and breath control</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Aerobic exercise, such as swimming or running, help vocal stamina by increasing the speed the muscles are oxygenated</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Swimming will also help your lung capacity</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Activities that develop body alignment, muscle strength, dexterity and balance, such as Tai Chi and Yoga, also promote better mind/body connection and encourage greater vocal flexibility.</p>","author_name":"Peter Stewart"}