{"id":870,"date":"2024-06-03T22:54:32","date_gmt":"2024-06-03T14:54:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zaloraphilippinesblog.wpcomstaging.com\/?p=870"},"modified":"2024-06-03T23:08:24","modified_gmt":"2024-06-03T15:08:24","slug":"how-to-protect-your-throat-and-vocal-chords-when-singing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zaloraphilippinesblog.wpcomstaging.com\/lifestyle\/how-to-protect-your-throat-and-vocal-chords-when-singing\/","title":{"rendered":"Sore throat after Karaoke? Here\u2019s How To Avoid Losing Voice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Beware Beyonce, because we\u2019re coming!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps it\u2019s ingrained in our DNAs, we all love to sing. Even if we don\u2019t own vocals that of Beyonce, we\u2019d still love hitting high notes in the shower, humming in the car, and frequenting karaoke places. There\u2019s a danger though if we aren\u2019t properly using the right vocal cords and screeching with the back of our throats. Pain is what usually comes next, then losing your voice right after. It becomes a cycle until you learn the tips for protecting your throat. And that\u2019s exactly what we\u2019re here to share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Warm Up !<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A runner wouldn\u2019t sprint without flexing some leg muscles nor would a ballet go on doing the full choreography without a stretch. Now tell us, why would you go singing three hours straight without a warm up of the vocals? It\u2019s easy, all you need is to let your voice wander up and down its range. You can also try humming or some gentle lip rolls and tongue trills until you feel your face, mouth and voice loosening up. The whole process should take 10\u201320 minutes, so don\u2019t skimp!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hydrate<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s pretty much a no brainer that you would want a cold beverage to hydrate after a long singing session. But guess what? Just as delicious they are, they are equally harmful to your vocal chords. Anything cold or iced increases muscle tension, which can undo all the warm-ups you previously did. Hence, the ideal temperature would be luke warm. And oh, no tea before Karaoke too! While they are calming, the caffeine in them promotes the production of urine, and ultimately dehydration!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Humidify Your Home<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes no matter how much water you drink, your throat still feels parched. That\u2019s because the real culprit is something else \u2014 the dry air which can be taxing on your breathing. When breathing\u2019s not smooth and your throat has no lubrication, naturally you\u2019ll find it difficult giving that extra oomph while hitting those high notes. So, for a successful home concert, use a humidifier at home. You\u2019ll be surprised how much of improvement you\u2019d be able to make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Don\u2019t Sing From Your Throat<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re probably thinking the header isn\u2019t making much sense. Well, to break it out to you, it actually does. The right way of singing shouldn\u2019t be from the throat, but instead from your breath that is supported by your diaphragm. Hence, it\u2019s important that we sing from our cores and allow our vocal cords to relax. You\u2019ll know you\u2019ve had gotten it when singing involves squeezing your tummy from the inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cool Down<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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A lot of times we thought stopping completely after rounds of mini concerts is enough to help our throats heal. Yes, but there are other things we must do prior to protect our vocal cords such as cooling down. It\u2019s as simple as warming up, and the steps required aren\u2019t complicated. All there is to do is just three things. One, sigh on descending note. Two, yawn to raise your soft palate and release any built up tension. Then, lastly, do some gentle lip rolls while allowing your voice to gently descend. 5 to 10 minutes is all it takes for your voice to settle back to its normal speaking range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What To Do If You Read This Too Late<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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