How to Increase Your Lung Capacity for Singing

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Breathe in normally.

   When people breathe in the ribcage pulls the lungs upward and outwards.
   
   This causes the shoulders to rise and the diaphragm to contract and flatten.
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   Step 2: Now you know what happens when you inhale you can start to correct it for singing.

   , Instead your stomach should enlarge as you inhale.
   
   Don't be afraid of looking bloated as anyone singing properly won't look stick thin. , This will begin to increase your lung capacity.
   
   The more you sing the longer you will be able to sing using one breath, and sustained notes will become easier and longer. , This should show you how the system is changed. ,, Now you know what to do repeat until you no longer have to think about it! , Pronounce each word clearly.
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   Step 3: The first point is that your shoulders should not rise.

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   Step 4: When breathing in for singing the ribcage should move up only a minimal amount but should move out as far as possible.

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   Step 5: The best way to understand this is to place your hands on the ribs of a singer (always ask first) as they breathe in.

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   Step 6: The diaphragm can now be used to sustain and push notes.

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   Step 7: Practice makes perfect!

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   Step 8: Practice singing with your mouth wide open.

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