Morning routines affect vocal health! Start your day with a warm glass of water instead of coffee
Tahmincioğlu explained that speaking or singing loudly immediately upon waking strains the vocal cords without warming them up. "If possible, stay quiet for the first half hour of the morning," he said. "This brief silence gives both your vocal cords and your mind a 'warm-up break.'" Tahmincioğlu noted that just as muscles are warmed up before a run, it's important to warm up your voice before speaking. "Warming up your voice is a quick but effective ritual you can do for your vocal cords before starting a day of intense speaking. Vocal warm-ups benefit not only singers, but also healthcare professionals, teachers, lawyers, presenters, salespeople, call center employees, and all professional voice users. Stand in front of a mirror and vibrate your lips; you should hear a 'brrrrr' sound. Then, notice the sensation of the vibration with nasal 'mmm' or 'nnn' sounds. These exercises gently awaken your vocal cords. This two-minute exercise will give your voice a feeling of well-being that will last all day."
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