How to Strengthen Your Weak Voice?

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Are you wondering how to strengthen your voice for speaking if you have a weak speaking voice? Or do you want to know how to strengthen your voice for singing? In this video, I am sharing simple but effective vocal exercises to improve your voice. These exercises to strengthen your voice are not fancy and you may already know them. But I am sharing one important key that makes them effective. These weak voice exercises for speaking have been inspired by vocal function exercises used in voice therapy to strengthen voice and improve vocal power.
Watch this video to learn how to strengthen your voice box, how to improve your voice with these easy vocal exercises to strengthen your voice and the muscles that are responsible for bringing the vocal folds together for healthy sound production.
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@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. Do you find the exercises easy? If so, write EASY in the comments below. If not, just ask me questions and I will help you make it easy.

@kennethkincaid1522 3 жыл бұрын

I’m really looking forward too doing these every day. My voice is weaker than it used to be, I get too self conscious now, and if I crack, I try to focus on that, instead, and lose my confidence

@zeldathomas5196 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You, I needed this one

@maishahoney8304 2 жыл бұрын

If I do something like this I don't know why I feel my head is dizzy 😫

@zeldathomas5196 Жыл бұрын

Ms katarina. Do you have a program or certain excercises for MTD...All I have is you.... I keep missing your last post... about a program or something? I know I spoke to you once before, which was a honor to speak with you.... So what you think.....

@conniephillips215 Жыл бұрын

Easy

@tbunnyshy1 2 жыл бұрын

It seems like my voice is weak when I am mentally drained or nervous. It gets so soft that people can’t understand me. It’s intermittent though. I will practice! Thank you. ❤️

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

If you know that your voice is affected by your emotions and stress, then look at that side of your voice. Strengthen your resilience and emotional endurance.

@player-ne6hs 2 жыл бұрын

Same with me 😂 and when I become happy i roar like lion but when I am in tension I can't even headed

@mdabaquin6998 2 жыл бұрын

Same but when Im at my house my voice sounds like a teacher’s voice (the volume of their voice) But when im outside (,telling what I want in restaurant,talking to my classmates or random people),my voice is very weak Maybe because im nervous/suppressing it thinking people might talk about me

@lolasubs._.66 Жыл бұрын

Did it heal?

@saadkamel361 Жыл бұрын

The more lifted the spirits, the stronger the voice

@KBats 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this video. I recently had a severe GERD flare-up that had a dramatic impact on my voice. Even after treatment, I never got my vocal strength and clarity back. I've begun doing these exercises to help, and I was surprised to find them somewhat difficult. Obviously I'll pursue further speech therapy if I don't begin to see improvement, but this is a wonderful starting point. Fingers crossed I start to sound more like myself again soon.

@MaxisMBQ Жыл бұрын

This has not only helped me in strengthening my voice but also controlling my breathing. Thank you Katarina

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

I am so happy to hear that! Glad it was helpful in multiple ways.

@parbatthapa3574 Жыл бұрын

Puberphonia exercise

@akhtarshahbaz6951 Жыл бұрын

@jonnyw4548 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I appreciate this video!

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@tmark9019 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your expertise and great advice. Very helpful 👍!

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@annaparkinson2566 6 ай бұрын

Thank you Katerina. Your exercises are just what I've been looking for

@healthyvoicetips 4 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

@ManjireeGokhale 10 ай бұрын

Loved the exercises and the way you explained. Thank you.

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Happy to hear that you enjoyed the video.

@angelatheriault-kutz8616 5 ай бұрын

Katarina, Thank you so much for your awesome videos! The straw exercises and SOVT techniques have greatly improved my singing! ❤️ I will continue to follow you 😊

@healthyvoicetips 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for your lovely comment!

@clementsamuel8362 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much ma'am for the wonderful video 👌🙏 It is very informative and a good guide to improving one's voice in a gentle way ❣️

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

I am happy to hear that you found the video helpful.

@tessatdg9601 3 жыл бұрын

So good. I will try it everyday!

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Keep me posted how it goes.

@kabsondegambiansurprise2851 Жыл бұрын

As am watching this video I've recovered my vocal and my fans are happy that it wasn't a juju but lack of relax. I used this video to heal myself and it worked Thank you so much

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Well done! Great to hear!

@valerie963 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! One of the hardest things to hear is I need to practice twice a day! I know I can do it. Just gotta make myself bc it sure isn’t going to fix itself lol. Thank you again Katarina!

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

You can do it! It's only two times 10 minutes (or even less). That's it.

@valerie963 3 жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips can you tell me when doing the 5 different pitches, is the vibration to come from the lips? Mine varies but I was curious. I start in the throat but eventually work it properly to be more front face. It’s wild how the muscles and brain work like that.

@kalpanasharma8088 2 жыл бұрын

@darrellmortensen9805 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you!

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@jcunger8 8 ай бұрын

Absolutely love these exercises!

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Happy to hear!

@AmandaJYoungs Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Katarina. For me these exercises are not easy but my voice lacks stamina after surgery some years ago and I am trying to strengthen it so I will stick to this routine twice daily and hope I'm doing it right. I'll keep watching the video to make sure!

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Let me know if you have any questions.

@darrellmortensen9805 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@marakimerkato6284 Жыл бұрын

Update?

@melissagill3494 9 күн бұрын

I'll try this thank you!

@Keikimainecoon Жыл бұрын

I shall start and let you know. Thank you so much

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

With pleasure.

@mundayfamily4886 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Katarina, this is so helpful. Since coughing my way through Covid and Long Covid I’ve despaired over my weak voice and wondered if I’d ever sing again. Now I’m feeling hopeful! ❤

@paulamcdonalld7147 8 ай бұрын

Covid ,long covid ? What a bullshit! Covid was made up disease to introduce fake pandemic. But coronaviruses are real ,over 150 types

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Yes, COVID can really affect the functioning of the voice. I wish you all the best!

@meherflamenca 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, I so enjoy this video and am on day 2 and hope to make it for at least 21 days! Thank you!!!!!

@healthyvoicetips 4 ай бұрын

I am happy to hear that you enjoyed the video.

@percymthombeni4738 15 күн бұрын

This is amazing, it has really changed how I sound.❤

@nataliewells9702 Жыл бұрын

Easy! Thank you 😊

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@RemainForeverHealthy 3 жыл бұрын

Great advice for strengthening your voice

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening

@aringandarobe777 Жыл бұрын

I will try these.I love to sing however because of depression and feeling as tho my voice box felt strained,I haven’t in over a year up until recently.praying this will strengthen my voice on my new journey with building my voice back up

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

I wish you all the best!

@markwardel6751 9 ай бұрын

Thank you...I found these exercises easy

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Wonderful!

@S0phieMarie 3 жыл бұрын

Your are a amazing hidden gem thank u!

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@dhanu11945 3 жыл бұрын

Remarkably fine but simple exercises. Thank you - Ananda

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ananda, sometimes the simplest things can be very effective.

@DiverBand Жыл бұрын

Incredibly valuable information. Especially for a singer. Straw for a nation is fantastic.

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your very kind comment. I really appreciate it.

@DiverBand Жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips My pleasure! Thank you for all your kind and informative information. Do you think that this could have a significant positive impact on a singers voice? Just curious what your professional opinion is. Thank you again!

@kgfkyfnxjngx9759 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this video..will start today. I'm a singer over 60. This will help. Thank you.

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

I am glad you enjoyed the video. Let me know how it goes.

@pertelote4526 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I wish I had found your channel much sooner.

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome! If you have any questions, let me know.

@narcingmendoza6682 2 жыл бұрын

Tnk u very much for your teaching.

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I could help!

@narcingmendoza6682 2 жыл бұрын

Tnx a lot I learned easily from your teaching.

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@UncleMike812 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, voice has been on and off for last 10 years due to reflux and stress. Will try these exercises and let you know if voice improves

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Also, don't forget to keep managing the reflux and stress.

@faheemultimatefitnesstrain8048 11 ай бұрын

Really thanks u r great basically u r serving to human being b blessed

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words.

@conniephillips215 Жыл бұрын

Great exercises. Trying get voice back after illness.

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

I am happy to hear that you are enjoying the exercises.

@llroman7823 Жыл бұрын

You have a wonderful voice and accent!

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 🙂

@sriyaaddala4651 Жыл бұрын

Thankyou so much!

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@littlebeany 2 жыл бұрын

Easy - thank you :)

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@user-em5re7yq1q 9 ай бұрын

easy, it was great!

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Glad to hear!

@ChangedWayz 3 жыл бұрын

soon i will apply to your vocal freedom coaching, I am almost reaDY! i will go see a doctor first.

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

I am happy to talk to you whenever you are ready.

@Freedom-sg1bs 2 жыл бұрын

Easy! so great

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@leenalal3529 Жыл бұрын

Good & easy!!

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Great to hear

@olgalozano9425 Жыл бұрын

very good, thanks

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Happy to hear!

@kevjackson3501 Жыл бұрын

Helpful!

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@yellapragadashakunthala4799 3 жыл бұрын

I am practicing from today and I will come back to you.

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, let me know how it goes!

@tzimmerman1209 3 жыл бұрын

Katrina, thank you for your videos, The higher notes (D) were very difficult. I could not find the 7 step voice-body-mind video you referenced in the above video. The problem I am concerned with weak, scratchy voice, sometimes when I attempt to project my voice even a little, it stops altogether ! Tom Z

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Hi @Tom Z, I am sorry to hear that you are having voice issues. I demonstrated the 5 note exercise on a range that fits my voice, you probably need to move down and practice 5 notes in your comfortable vocal range. The link to the 7 step video is here: how2improvesinging.mykajabi.com/strong-voice-without-tension Also, I am wondering if you have seen an ENT (voice specialist) to have your voice properly evaluated. If you have any further questions, let me know.

@tzimmerman1209 3 жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips Good Morning Katrina, Thanks for your response. Yes, about 4 months ago I visited an ENT due to a clogged ear issue. She observed my hoarse with pauses in my speech. After the vocal cord examination she said my vocal cords were not completing closing. After searching KZfaq I found your videos. I learned right away that I should not be constantly clearing my throat which I was doing a lot. I think the STRAW PHONATION is beginning to help. I am now going to link to the 7 step video. Thanks Again Tom X

@new2film1 Жыл бұрын

Easy! I have had 2 cerebellum strokes. The 2nd one left me with dysarthria. You help my weak voice!

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that you found the video helpful.

@Lupita311 10 ай бұрын

Wow! I had two cerebellum strokes, and I noticed my voice got weaker. The doctor ignored me. Maybe I have to find someone who listens to me. Thanks, this comment helps me.

@new2film1 10 ай бұрын

@@Lupita311 We gotta share what works for us so others can try it!!

@angalmeida29 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Katarina , easy ‘

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear. And nice to have you stop by again!

@narcingmendoza6682 2 жыл бұрын

easy to practice tnks

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@yanaakasha6217 3 ай бұрын

Thank you❤

@healthyvoicetips 3 ай бұрын

With pleasure.

@jennamalloy5557 Жыл бұрын

I love you! I noticed when I-got to D on the straw training the sound quality wasn’t as strong as the other keys.

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

That is normal. A shift in how you make that sound.

@pulanejele8309 Жыл бұрын

Easy, thanks

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

👍

@gardengirl11ify Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I’ll try it. Folks say I have huh? all the time!

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@mrabdz14 11 ай бұрын

Why can't everyone be as talented as you are

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Believe me, I am not talented. Just experienced.

@ronwikholm537 2 жыл бұрын

Easy peasy. Thank you. I am a 75 yr old who has been wWriting and singing covers for the past 2 1/2 years. I have been told that I have a weak voice and also a wobbly voice. I am more aware of the latter than the former. Do you think these exercises will help both of these “conditions.” Thank you.

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

My believe is that there is always room for improvement. I am not sure about eliminating wobbly as that can be a sign of an aging voice but strength can be improved at any age.

@patcheriton9792 Жыл бұрын

Easy thank you.

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Glad to hear that.

@jamesezard5534 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Katarina, your videos are so helpful thank you so much! I have been diagnosed with reflux laryngitis and my voice is very weak. I can only speak very comfortably when my voice is placed in a particular way but I can only do that in quiet environments otherwise my voice box hurts. Consultant says my larynx is weak, so do you think these exercises will help? I am so upset and fed up of not being able to talk. Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you, James

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

Hi James, I am sorry to hear that you are dealing with this issue. What have you tried that worked for you? If interested, you can check out my website for more free and paid resources here: www.vocalfreedomsystem.com/ Or click this link to find the best resources for your right now: www.videoask.com/f29qvomo8

@Wilfoe 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips. I've been trying singing with my lips partially closed to strengthen my voice, but I may have put too much strain on my throat...I'll try these tips once I've recovered.

@RajenderKumar-nj9pt Жыл бұрын

Very useful

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that

@eos767 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. I'm on day 3 and this is still very hard for me, but I'm determined. My voice tends towards nasality and I'm probably trying too hard to eliminate that. But I always feel good after these exercises, so I'm grateful to you for the instructions. Take care :3

@healthyvoicetips 4 ай бұрын

I am happy to hear that you like the exercise. I am not sure if that is the right exercise for making your voice less nasal. But if you feel good after the exercise, it means that it is doing something beneficial. Keep going.

@eos767 4 ай бұрын

@@healthyvoicetipsThanks for replying! Yeah, I also do other exercises that deal with nasality specifically, but I've really needed to strengthen my voice in order to do them effectively. So I will definitely keep going!

@healthyvoicetips 3 ай бұрын

It's good if you have a few different exercises, each addressing a different goal. You got this!

@yellapragadashakunthala4799 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Katarina madam.

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

No problem!

@jamiewishart1577 11 ай бұрын

Hard! They are easy to understand, but not easy for me! I have trouble make my voice loud enough to teach (my job before the stroke). Thanks for these exercises, and I’ll try them out for several weeks. Cheers! 😅

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Start with a soft voice and go from there. Work with what you have. You have the challenge of working with muscles that have been affected by a stroke so don't be so hard on yourself!

@aracelycaraballo9541 3 жыл бұрын

Easy!!

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!!!

@arwaabdullah6013 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for what you’re providing in this channel! I started doing this straw exercise & I have one question: when I do the siren or produce the sound of the notes, what amounts of air should flow from the straw? So I know if I’m doing the exercise right. I noticed I don’t flow much air through it.

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Yes, that is the point - realize that you don't need that much air for some sounds. Definitely, you don't need too much air for straw exercises.

@arwaabdullah6013 Жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips thank you 🙏🏼

@SunsetRacer 5 ай бұрын

Very good exercices. I also do vowels exercices it helps too :)

@healthyvoicetips 5 ай бұрын

That's great!

@rklight5 10 ай бұрын

Easy and simple

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Excellent!

@tubbychubcakes 3 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend the first exercise (long notes) for someone trying to build up their head voice? I neglected my head voice register for years and am trying to find the best way to start strengthening it.

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely. Work on the range that feels weak. But make sure that you can produce those pitches without constriction.

@TheGoodGoodMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

If you have any questions, let me know.

@karmendekleva6465 3 жыл бұрын

Easy!

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Great!

@MartieD Жыл бұрын

Easy and effective exercise - one question: why do I find it more difficult to sustain the lower notes?

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Are you talking about lower notes than your speaking voice?

@dianadallalnctmrcmc9303 Жыл бұрын

I have had vocal dysphonia. I'm having trouble with these exercises. It's easier to do high pitches rather than ones even though I'm an alto. Been getting botox shots for a year that help.

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

If you are dealing with vocal issues and have been treated with Botox, there may be an anatomical difference that makes this exercise difficult for you. I suggest that you chose a type of exercise that you can do safely without extra tension. Start in your comfortable range.

@theodoregrau9647 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Katerina could you please teach a class on how sing the Cuperto exercise ? Tony d

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know that exercise.

@BB-zs9vh Жыл бұрын

I can't thank you enough for this exercise. I'm recovering from flu n now my voice is extremely very weak. I notice during the exercise, I could hear a creak (like the sound of a door that needs oiling😂) in my vocal notes. But after the exercise, it faded away.

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

I am happy to hear that the exercise helped. I hope your voice is feeling fine now.

@julianapires7276 Жыл бұрын

Hi, i will definately try this exercise.. i am a soprano, a opera singer here in Brasil, and recently i've been ill, and i also have allergies and asthma. But i am ok now, since i consulted my doctor. My vocal chords are normal and okay, but unfortunatelly when i sing any songs in higher range my voice gets weak and low, and that range used to be very easy and bright before. It's been like that for 3 weeks now, so i'm a little desperate... Any advices?? Or other videos you recommend? Please! I would really aprecciated.

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

It may take some time to get your voice back after being sick. I would recommend exercises that you already know that are beneficial for you. Important concepts to review are support, breath pressure, and vocal fold closure to get a strong sound in the upper range.

@julianapires7276 Жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips i'll keep that in mind. Thank you! ☺️

@jdrobinson2355 Жыл бұрын

Do you recommend doing a 5-10 min vocal warm up before doing this in the morning? The sirens are part of your recommended vocal warm up video as well. How is this different then doing the warm up?

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

That is a good question. The goal of warm ups is different from the goal of strengthening exercises. I would say that the difference is in the frequency and length of the exercise. As you can see, both can use the same vocal exercises.

@leenachristi8679 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Katarina, This was easy. Tku ! Just needed to check if you were blowing air gently while blowing the straw or just making the sound ?

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

Air through the straw while making the sound.

@julie1620 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. I used to sing professionally but have not used my voice regularly for many years. I have lost my range and some pitch and need to rebuild from scratch. When practicing the sirens through a straw, my voice ‘cuts out’ on the way up but is fine on the way down. I’ve only started the sessions a few days ago but was wondering if you have any suggestions or is this just something that will improve with practice? Thank you

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

That is very normal! Many people experience this. If you want, just do the sirens from top down and notice what you are doing to transition through the break (less air?). Then, start from the top and go back up. And practice in this way.

@Bianxaaa Жыл бұрын

Hi I have a question for you. Would you do these if your voice is going away or cracking? Or would you just rest the voice? Also what if you need to sing/perform when your voice is weak and cracking. How would you go about that?? (Ps it’s weak and cracking from talking too loud, not singing)

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

This video is about the strengthening part of the exercises. You can use the same exercises but with a different regime and with a different focus if working with an overworked or strained voice. You don't need to practice different pitches - focus more on the effort levels when doing the exercises.

@ChristhirtythreeAD Жыл бұрын

Katarina...would these help lessen a nasal sounding voice??? If not, do you have a video for nasal voice exercises or any ideas how to fix that? Thank you.

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

I have some videos on the channel to learn how to control nasality of the sound.

@emilyn.9697 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I have had a stutter since I was a kid and have noticed I have a lot of muscle tension when I speak and sing. It hurts when I talk and singing is tough with all the muscle tension. Will these exercises lessen tension when I talk too? It is tough not to stutter without tension. It is affecting my singing!!

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Emily, how are you now? What have you tried that worked for you?

@hasiona 2 жыл бұрын

This is quite helpful,, ma’am I have a question before start humming do I have to inhale deeply before doing each note or just breath in normally and then go through ?

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to help. A normal breath would be better. Let me know if you have more questions.

@hasiona 2 жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips thank you so much for your reply… yes ma’am I have another question, basically I am a ventriloquist, and your exercises and tips are really helping me to enrich myself. Besides these, is there any additional exercises I can do that’ll help me more in my ventriloquism?

@lesliejempey1909 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, Katrina-these are easy. My question is: Have you ever treated someone with a vocal tremor? I have been told that there is no cure for my tremor, but that I should get Botox injections for this twice a year. My intuition tells me that there must be a way to improve this through exercise and other possible ways. I feel that exercise helps cure many ills. I declined the Botox. What are your thoughts. Thank you! Jane

@Myrblx00 2 жыл бұрын

ME TOO I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

I am sorry to hear about your vocal trouble. I have helped people with tremor in the past. The goal is to optimize the vocal function. I don't think there is a cure.

@OfficialEvaAvila Жыл бұрын

Would I be correct in understanding these exercises serve a dual purpose: reducing tension as well as strengthening? Dealing with ongoing MTD, I’m beginning to know which exercises help relieved my muscle pain and tension in my larynx, and I guess I don’t want to rush into exercises that I’m not ready for. Thank you for all you do : )

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

Good question. The type of exercise that I use in this video are so called SOVT exercises that optimize the vocal function as you do them. Whether you use the straw exercises to strengthen or relax the voice depends on the width of the straw. So for strengthening exercises I would chose a straw with higher resistance.

@janphillips8288 3 ай бұрын

I think the exercises are easy. I am trying to get back into singing and finding certain notes in my upper mid-range are weak and shaky. To work on these particular notes, should I do the straw exercises an octave above what you demonstrate?

@valerie963 2 жыл бұрын

Katarina, quick question and I may have asked this before… is any air coming through your nose as you do these or is it all coming through the mouth and straw only? Thank you in advance!

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

The air is coming through the mouth and the straw. Nothing coming out of the nose. If air is escaping through the nose, either pinch your nose or try to figure out what you need to do to direct the air through the mouth (e.g. pretend you have a cold/blocked nose). I hope this helps.

@valerie963 2 жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips Yes thank you!

@cosorno 3 жыл бұрын

I was told that my vocal cords are a little weak and I have some inflammation around them possibly due to acid reflux. Are these exercises good for me? I am getting hoarseness often after I got my Covid vaccine and developed a bad cold with it

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

These exercises will strengthen your weak voice. Talk to your doctor about how to manage your acid reflux and decrease inflammation. That may be also the cause of your hoarseness. Did the doctor suggest voice therapy?

@cosorno 3 жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips yes but my copay is $80 for each of those visits and I can’t afford that so I was hoping I could watch your videos and do the exercises for the vocal cords. He prescribed omeprazole for acid Reflux but I prefer to use natural medicine so I am using other things.

@carriealexander3805 3 ай бұрын

easy! Thank you! from an old granny with a crackly voice

@healthyvoicetips 3 ай бұрын

With pleasure!

@Rahulgurung9 9 ай бұрын

Hello Katarina, I've just gone through a surgical procedure to remove a polyp/nodule on my vocal, it's been 2 weeks since the surgery do u recommend these sovt for speech therapy? Can u suggest me some other techniques as I'm having issues resonating high pitches. Thanks.

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

SOVT or straw exercises can be used for vocal rehabilitation. I suggest that you speak to your therapist who can show you how to do these exercises and maybe other exercises too.

@BlessingNgozi-qv6zx 11 ай бұрын

Ma'am, thanks so much for these exercises, but to do siren is still very difficult for me, pls help me out. Thanks

@healthyvoicetips 8 ай бұрын

Keep practicing! Sirens are challenging for everyone first!

@Jess-zh9rp Жыл бұрын

Hi Katarina, I have a question! I'm an elementary school teacher and my voice goes whenever we start the new term. I can feel pain in my throat when I talk to them. I have to talk a lot and fairly loud, so I think I'm straining my voice every day without rest. I'm scared I'm going to permanently damage my voice. Can you advise what would be best? Thank you! :)

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

The very first step is to have your voice assessed by a laryngologist (that is an ENT doctor who specializes in voices) to make sure that your voice is ok. Then, I would suggest that you start working with a voice therapist (if the laryngologist recommends it). You need to first know how your voice looks and how it functions, then you can start finding solutions. If you have further questions, you can ask me via myhealthyvoice@gmail.com

@Jess-zh9rp Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! ❤️ I really appreciate the time you've taken to reply to me :)

@MScott-oi2uu 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for great tutorial Could we imitate the straw exercise by just pursing the lips? EASY

@healthyvoicetips 4 ай бұрын

Yes, it is possible but straws will give you more resistance.

@tamrachernoff2513 3 ай бұрын

Easy ❤

@nunzio4398 3 жыл бұрын

Should we be attempting to go through our passagio when doing the siren sound? It appears you travel from your chest to your head voice during it. I am trying to smooth out this transition. Will the siren help? Thanks for the video and your coaching.

@bg3495 3 жыл бұрын

Following

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can cover as much or as little of your range as you want. Generally, sirens are amazing for smoothing out transition breaks.

@bg3495 3 жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips thank you

@nunzio4398 3 жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips Thank you!

@Marcus-ec1qk 3 жыл бұрын

When I go up in the notes (I don't really understand notes and music) and when I go up in the sirens, my vocal cords do not touch and I can't make a sound. What can I do about that?

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

Add a little bit of "cry" into your voice. Imagine that you are a small kid complaining about not getting another cookie. Make a sound like that.

@bejoyful7 2 жыл бұрын

When I do the siren exercise, I don’t feel much pressure when reaching the higher notes as compared with doing the lower notes. Am I doing it correctly? Thanks.

@healthyvoicetips 2 жыл бұрын

You will need different pressures for different pitches. So just be patient and keep exploring how much air you need for the low notes and how much air you need to get through the straw. It's usually less than you think.

@bejoyful7 2 жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips thank you so much for your reply. Really appreciate it. You are awesome! 👍🏻

@juliehester5584 Ай бұрын

I hope this helps me. Singing was one of the only joys left in my life. I had two bouts of serious esophagitis r/t GERD. I also had sinus surgery in 2017. Since, then my voice seems ruined and weak. It makes me very sad.

@shaziakhalid2720 Жыл бұрын

Hi Katarina I have undergone injection medialization after my idiopathic right vocal cord palsy 2 weeks ago. I find my voice weak mostly and when I try to be a bit loud , I develop diplophonia. Is it normal after 2 weaks of medialization injection? Should I try to be loud or I should still try to speak in my weak voice? Can you help and guide me in this regard please?

@healthyvoicetips Жыл бұрын

I just answered your question under a different video.

@shaziakhalid2720 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Katarina I highly appreciate for your prompt response. Your videos about vocal health are really amazing and truly helpful. I will try to approach my consultant. Thanks again ❤️❤️😊😊

@shaziakhalid2720 Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

@kasa4589 5 ай бұрын

I have myasthenia gravis and my voice has completely changed its so depressing i sound so awful singing now and i used to be decent. I wasnt great but could properly hold and copy notes. Hope this helps.

@healthyvoicetips 5 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear that you are dealing with myasthenia gravis. Exercise is important to keep the muscles working but too much exercise can cause fatigue. So the balance of exercising and resting is important. These exercises can help but will not solve the underlying problem. I wish you all the best.

@steve00alt70 3 жыл бұрын

Whenever I am working in my job my voice gets insanely dry where its hard to project my voice even tho I drink water alot and breath through my nose not my mouth. Could it be a weak voice? or mybe its the dry enviorment?

@healthyvoicetips 3 жыл бұрын

It can be both. How long have you had this problem? How did it start and when did it start?

@steve00alt70 2 жыл бұрын

@@healthyvoicetips sorry only gettin bck to you know. Iv always had it, it doesnt get dry when im at home or outside but I dont really excercise my voice mybe it is weak muscles surrounding my vocal cords?