Lisa Olson wrote:
>I have to say I LOVE leaving work at 4:30, but I find that I don't have the energy to practice after 8 >hours of sitting at a computer every day.
Lisa-Marie,
I used to have this problem too -- I also sit at a desk all day long, mostly staring at a computer screen. Earlier this year I made a resolution to REALLY pay attention to my posture and breathing ALL THE TIME, not just while singing. And it's made a huge difference!
While at work, I'm constantly reminding myself to maintain a healthy posture -- while standing, sitting, walking down the hall, etc. In addition, every hour or so I take a break for some good singer-breathing -- nice healthy inhale, slow exhale on FFF, SSS or Shhh -- or silently, if necessary (I've actually done this during meetings and no one noticed!). And I'm not nearly as exhausted at the end of the day.
Plus, since I've been doing breath warm-ups throughout the day, it doesn't take me nearly as long to warm up in the evenings when I do practice.
Hope this helps!
Rachel
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