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Bad
posture can really affect your voice. It is important to be
aware of your stance, if not corrected it can lead to muscle
tension. It can also reduce strength, breath control and vocal
flexibility.
A check list for posture;
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Make sure you are standing on an even surface with
comfortable shoes or bare feet.
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Your feet should be hip width apart and your knees soft, not
locked.
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Your back should be straight but not rigid and your
shoulders relaxed but not slouching forward.
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Arms down by your side and hands relaxed.
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You should aim to have a long back of the neck and a short
front of the neck with the chin slightly tucked in.
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Your head tall and your eye line forward and fixed.
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Once this position has been achieved try to relax.
The best way to achieve correct posture is to lie on the floor.
In this position your body will not experience any muscle
tension or stress. Try lying on the floor head resting on a
small pillow, rise your legs so they are in an A frame with both
feet flat on the floor. Try to relax and focus on your
breathing. It might help to place your hands on your abdomen to
truly connect with your breathing. Stay there for 10 whole
breaths.
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