How to Breathe from Your Diaphragm While Singing or Speaking
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Have you ever wondered how to breathe from diaphragm because someone told you that is the only way to breathe while singing? In this video, I am going to share my opinion about what you should be really doing when someone tells you to “breathe from your diaphragm”. The problem with this phrase, which is so overused among singers, is that is ambiguous and it means many different things to many different people.
By the way, can you sing with your diaphragm? Is it anatomically possible? I am going to share that information too, but more importantly, I am going to show you a breathing exercise for singing that you can do right now to improve your breathing technique for singing.
Watch this video and learn to breathe from your diaphragm while singing so that your singing becomes more powerful and easy.
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Thank you for watching! How did you enjoy the exercise? Let me know in the comments below!
Yes I can't do shhhh and yes there was trouble
Doing this while standing up with my back to the wall helps the most! Thanks for this!!
Love the video help lot
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@Flynn Enoch instablaster :)
I'm 49 years old today. It's about time I learned how to breathe.
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Ma'am I respect you 😅🤣🤣
Haha
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Yes pls…just inhale and exhale😂
Since singing is "sustained speaking", there must be an awareness taught of how to develop an elevated function of that muscle. Steady airflow is demonstrated, taught and exercised. Thank you for the info.
Thank you for your lovely comment!
which muscle ?
Great exercise. This was always really important to my choir teacher in high school, that we learn to breath from the diaphragm. 👍
Many choir teachers like to use this phrase. I hope your teacher also gave more specific instructions on how to do it. Thanks for visiting!
From the scientific perspective you are absolutely right, the diaphragm is a totally involuntary muscle and so for someone to tell anybody to "breath from it" is just plain ignorance. They also tested it with professional singers, and every time they asked them to do a supposed "supported" breath or sing a supported note everybody did something totally different.
Hi. I'd love to read the study you referenced. Would you share the source? Thx!
I don't think the particular one is freely available, but it is referenced in this paper/research note, sub heading two, it's described briefly there and referenced as the first footnote: www.vocapedia.info/_Library/JOS_files_Vocapedia/JOS-066-5-2010-547.pdf
In short, even trained singers do not breathe in the way they self-report, waste a lot of energy on that breathing, and just blurt out/parrot their teachers that they should "breathe from the diaphragm" when asked about their knowledge of actual vocal mechanics.
Hi @The Underachievers [NL] and thank you for your comments. I absolutely agree with you and I hope I conveyed that in this video. The phrase means nothing to me because it is vague and it can be interpreted in many different ways as you suggested. From my personal experience, this phrase causes more tension and unwanted movements when singing.
I use the phrase "breathe from the diaphragm" in this video because that is what singers ask me all the time. I cannot simply ignore the phrase and pretend that it does not exist when other people use it. But hopefully by explaining the "science" behind it, I can bring a little bit more clarity for some singers into this topic.
That is hard. I keep breathing but I'm not sure if my breath is going deep enough. It still feels so shallow.
Sammy, what is the reason for deepening your breath?
@@healthyvoicetips To try and work my diaphragm out. But it feels, and I could be wrong, that my breath isn't fully going into the diaphragm and gets stuck in the chest.
@@sammysaturn5389 I have the exact same problem! It just feels stuck and it’s really hard to breath in enough to feel like I’m doing anything helpful.
@@sammysaturn5389 just focus on breathing rather than getting breath to the diaphragm and it will naturally happen.
@@otherfoxotherfox9339 Thank you so much. Will keep working on it.
Thankyou so much! I am also a speech and voice therapist and I am always telling my patients and students that the diaphragm is a muscle of inspiration and INVOLUNTARY and you don't sing from your diaphragm but instead use your abdominal muscles to manage the airflow. I love your explanation and animations!
Thank you for your lovely comment!
Hi can I ask if you know about vivid uvula?does it have a connection about voice?
Whenever I try breathing with my diaphragm it always feels like I'm not getting enough air like my chest feels empty as if I have just breathed out or I'm out of breath, and it makes me feel like I need to breathe with my lungs. Am I doing something wrong??
Try taking smaller breaths. Sometimes, taking big breath may feel like not getting enough breath. I know it does not make sense but it is true for many people.
Love your visual of the diaphragm! So helpful to see.
I am glad it was helpful to see what the diaphragm is actually doing. Sometimes, pictures can do much better job at explaining complex concepts. Thank you for stopping by.
The most detailed video on diaphragmatic breathing I've ever seen. ❤❤❤
Katarina, I absolutely LOVE this video. It was super engaging and I love the exercise :)
Thank you for your lovely comment. I really appreciate it.
Thank you for the great demonstration and sharing the importance of breathing properly while singing.
You are very welcome and nice to see you again here.
You really made me manually breathe for 7 minutes straight 😅
I would say that's good.
Great tips Katarina! Always such great videos, you are an amazing teacher.
Aaah! Thank you Ron! That is very kind of you to say!
What a revelation! I had no idea I was doing this completely wrong. Improved my voice instantly! Thank you so much.
I am glad to hear that!
Thank you for your useful videos. I have a paralyzed vocal cord and really enjoy your videos. Very helpful .
Hi Ron, I am sorry to hear about your troubles. I hope that information in some of my videos bring some relief to you. Are you working with a voice specialist?
I will do it
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Thanks for posting this! 🙂
Thank you Katarina. Great knowledge. I´m not a singer. But it´s great learning.
I am glad you learned something new, Michael. Thank you for stopping by.
This is the video I've been looking for
Great to hear!
I’m an alto singer who sings mezzo sometimes. My new choir teacher told me I need to practice on my breathing & my singing will be better. So here I am
I hope you found he video helpful. Do you have any questions?
That means we mostly r breathing correctly. While some coaches make it like a math test! Its just that singers have stronger lungs bcz they r exerciseing em.🧡
Ore singers can coordinate the breath with voice better. Who knows?
Thank you so much. I am just learning how to breathe correctly with the help of a voice coach. Visually being able to see the anatomy was helpful. Breathing this way can be challenging. I'll get it although. It seems like when it comes to actually singing...I revert to my old method.
Thank you for following the channel, I'm glad I could help you. With some practice you'll reach your goals :)
Thank you so much you’re the best you explain very well as well you show us steps by steps other videos they don’t show this blessings ❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
You are too kind! 💗
This is super helpful! I’m 95% self taught and just barely classically trained. However I find whenever seeking information like this it assists me in realizing what I’ve always been doing subconsciously and how to improve. I have a big issue with chest breathing, so seeing this and the helpful explanation of how important the abdomen is has been helpful. I remember doing these breathing exercises in choir but not knowing how to properly do them. Amazing!
After applying this I noticed an INSTANT improvement to my vibrato. Amazing, thank you so much! This really put into words what I’ve been desperately needing to do to fix my technique 💕
@@real-lemoncraw-dad980 Same! :)
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much for your videos :) I find it really helpful.
Thank you for your lovely comment.
These are awesome tips!
Thank you Myke for stopping by and leaving such a wonderful comment!
great demonstrations of how the body works when breathing
Thank you! I am glad you liked the demonstrations! Sometimes seeing it is better than hearing it.
Very useful exercise 🙂
This was interesting to watch. I can't sing at all but this intrigued me. Wonderful visuals.
Thank you! And by the way, I believe that everyone can sing, including you. You just haven't let yourself sing.
Katarina H. Thanks for the motivation! I guess I have to be more confident
Thanks sooooo much about this amazing videos I hope exercises be more 🌹🌹
I am glad you like the videos!!! Thank you for your comment.
Yes posture is very important. I’m lazy so sometimes my posture is not too good
I can relate to that!
your voice is so soothing
Thank you. That is very kind of you!
Thank you so much!
No worries!
Thanks ❤️
No problem
Great Content! thank you!!
Glad you liked it!
Hi! I was following this but forgot and started taking shallow breaths... Thank ❤🌹❤🌹❤🌹you so much! to bring us back on track!
I am happy you are finding the videos helpful.
Omg thank you I Enjoy singing (on my own) and this helped so much lol
I am glad it helped!
Beautifully explained... God bless!
Greetings from India 🇮🇳
Glad you liked it!
Thanks for this!! Haven’t been able to breathe or sing properly since I had my baby.
Happy to help!
Hi Katarina, amazing tips. Could you explain how to support the sound when moving (walking) on the stage? Much appreciated. Rgds
Hi Inigo! That is a good question. Support for voice comes from the bigger muscles of the body. Your vocal folds are tiny and they can work freely if other muscles "support" them. So, I would suggest improving your overall stamina and endurance. Singing is a whole body work, not just a few muscles in your throat.
this is great babe!
Thank you Brittany!
Thank you. Very clear choreography. I've seen others and I'm not always sure what they're talking about. I'm sure they do, but I don't understand their terms of reference. I'm a novice.
Thank you for your nice comment. If you don't understand anything I mention in my videos, please feel free to ask me. Did you understand all the concepts in this video?
Thank you very much
You are very welcome!
Katarina You are so beautiful and so is your expression of talking ❤️❤️
That is very kind of you. Thank you.
Hey, ms. Katarina H.
Is that true that doing hisses everyday is beneficial for singing? Does it coordinate the muscles to sing better? Does it basically develop the base of your voice?
Thanks in advance!
Hi Jared, I just answered your other question. The simple answer is YES and YES. Check out this video to learn more: th-cam.com/video/XYGkRa2mtHM/w-d-xo.html
@@healthyvoicetips Thanks! Ms. Katarina! I wish I have more friends who share the same passion, so I can introduce them to you. You are amazing that you deserve so much more.
Your vidio was quite informative . I play Harmonica + I need more Air in my Lungs to hold notes Longer . So I. Thought. This might be a. Great place to. Start ! Thanks L .C.
Yes, I think this may help too.
Great tips! I've never thought about how I breathe while singing
Yes, breathing is a big part of singing! Thank you for watching!
One of the best things one of my singing teachers ever told me was that the outbreath is a stream of air, not a flood of air. Most people use way too much air when they sing.
Absolutely agree!
4:17 actual breathing excercise :)
Thank you for pointing that out.
My shoulders keep moving up even while doing this exercise. Could you please suggest something to overcome this ?
Do the exercise in front of a mirror and do it very slowly. Maybe you are trying too hard. Maybe you are taking in too much air. Play around with the amount of breath you take in.
I really don't understand some vocal teachers teach that the best way to sing is during exhalation some say that we have to keep the solar plexus and the rib cages expanded whereas the exhale should move only the stomach and some vocal teachers teach only that the best way to sing is to exhale but don't worry about inhale....I REALLY DON'T KNOW TO WHOM I SHOULD LISTEN AND BELIEVE ?
Listen to your body and what works for your voice.
Good👍
Thanks for the visit
I came here because my dad tried offering me advice on how to use my diaphragm, even though I struggle too much whenever I try. I’m sad because I thought I was doing alright... 🥺
Don't be sad. I am sure your dad is just trying to help.
@@healthyvoicetips I’m sure he was too. I feel better now; I was just having a rough day. 😅
Thanks
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Huh, I'll sub now then
I am sitting on a chair.I feel trouble while performing your inhaling n exhaling exercise.thanks.
Hi when you breath do you pant or do you breath like when suck air though straw what is the correct way ?
Can you end up breathing too low
It depends on the vocal task. Yes, for some vocal tasks you can breathe too much.
Silly question. How do you even control your diaphragm? Do I need to breath from the nose or mouth?
You don't. You can breathe in through the mouth or nose. Your body already knows how to do that.
If you have a weak speaking voice, is there a way to diagnose whether the issue is with the diaphragm or the voice box?
A laryngologist can diagnose if there is an issue on the vocal folds or somewhere in the voice box. There is no direct way to "diagnose" a problem with the diaphragm but usually, an observation by a voice therapist can point to breathing discoordination. However, from my experience, vocal weakness does not have one cause but a few factors adding to the issue. I suggest that you have your voice properly evaluated by a laryngologist.
I read an article prior to this video and the way it was described had me burping while I was trying to use my diaphragm 😅
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I’m still having trouble inhaling from my diaphragm. It feels like shallow breathing. What physical exercises can i do to help the muscles around my diaphragm contract and release?
Don't focus on your diaphragm because you cannot really feel it. release your belly when inhaling. Or exhale all of the air from your lungs, wait for a sec and then your body will want to inhale naturally.
Hello mam can u also tell how long we should do this per day in a week
It is very individual, it depends on what your goal is and what you are dealing with. But in general, a few minutes every day.
Katarina, I haven't seen you in quite sometime (well over a year). I enjoyed so many of your videos in the past. I'm a singer (long time trained tenor), and had contacted you a few times (through comments on YT and once by email, I believe). So, seeing you again, after a while, I have a question: I notice in your more current video titles that they seem to be more 'speech' oriented than when I first discovered you some years ago. Of course I know that proper use of the voice in speaking or singing, either one, follow many of the same healthy and proper principles, with some variations. However, my question, then, is are you more focused on speech therapy today and less as it may pertain to 'singing' per se than what I remember when first seeing you? I guess I'm asking, has your 'format' changed somewhat to an emphasis mostly on 'speech' therapy?
Example: I remember that you had done, for instance, a video on 'appoggio' breath support for singers.
Hi and thank you for your comment. I can see you are my loyal follower who remembers my beginnings. You are absolutely right in noticing that I have evolved and changed my focus. I adjust to what people are asking me to do and also to what I think I can help with best. In the beginning, I was very much focused on singing and helping singers develop sustainable techniques. Over time, more and more people approached me with speaking difficulties and slowly my focus shifted. Today, I run a coaching program that helps people get rid of strain, tension and even pain when speaking. They include speakers, singers and musicians. However, the program is focused on the speaking voice. I realized that there are a lot of singing programs but very few that help people overcome difficulties in the speaking voice. I hope this explains and I hope that you still find relevant information in my videos today.
I breathe through my chest while singing, how can i change it??? I hope you have that video
How is it affecting your singing?
I feel like I may not be doing it right, I can feel maybe the slightest bit of expansion and contraction, but it's minimal and feels non-noteworthy. I'm breathing really deep and slow, trying to engage my entire lungs. How much activity am I supposed to feel in the abdomerand ribcage?
It’s ok. You may not have kinaesthetic awareness. Or it feels easy because you already have muscle strength.
I noticed that with exhalation, the ribs returned inward. I had a vocal coach tell me that when singing on the exhale, the diaphragm slowly comes back up, but to always keep the ribs in the expanded position even after exhalation. Should I be trying to keep my rib cage expanded even after exhalation?
It also depends on the style you are singing. In classical singing, an expanded ribcage will help with long sustained notes. For more contemporary styles, you may not need as much effort in the ribcage.
After exhaling all the air should i let air in intentionally or willingly?
After you exhale all the air, your body will want to inhale naturally, just let go off the belly and the air will be drawn into your lungs easily.
In this breathing do you feel your lower back expand, or feel like the lower back is filling up with air?
I feel it as expansion.
I have started to feel my ribs separate and my lower back muscles support. I was sore for a couple of days, but that’s gone now. I guess I’m using muscles that I hardly ever use.
When breathing from diaphragm should I also fill up my upper lungs too or no?
Your lungs will fill up if you want it or not.
Hello! This was really helpful. I just wonder, what does it mean if I can't inhale a lot of air because my stomach hurts? And also it starts making weird noises.
Hi Ileor, I am not quite sure why your stomach hurts. Is it maybe you inhale too much air or you try too hard, which causes tension in your stomach? Regarding the weird noises: does your stomach make weird noises or do the noises come from your throat?
@@healthyvoicetips They come from my stomach
Ileor, when you breathe deeper than usual (like in the exercise from the video), you are "massaging" your inner organs because the descending diaphragm is increasing the abdominal pressure. It is a gentle massage that can trigger movement of your intestines or stomach. Nothing to worry about.
Thank you so much!
Do you give online singing lessons?
This is how you can work with me: how2improvesinging.mykajabi.com/work-with-me
This breathing can also be done by mouth or only from nose while talking
Either nose or mouth.
I found it very hard to inhale and make the “sh” sound in the same time .
Any tips? Thanks a lot ❤
First you inhale and then you say sh.
What should feel different while singing when you use this technique, also I feel like I can take less air in. Total noob btw, I want to imrove my singing in a casual way. In my opinion the tone of my voice is biggest problem, I am constantly unsure if my singing is as good in reality as in my head.
I would suggest that you don't focus on your breathing only but try some other vocal exercises, especially the ones that improve resonance. That will stabilize your tone and make it stronger and richer.
@@healthyvoicetips Wow thanks for such fast replay. One more question if I may. I heard a lot about finding true/natural voice. For me that technique where you humm first and then just sing it really works, but it is very hard to keep that saund. Can you point what i should research/practice for that.
when inhaling do you breath in from your mouth or nose? Exhale through the mouth. This is my confusion Thanks . Excellent Video
Yeah same
It really does not matter if you breathe in through the nose or mouth. Sometimes, it is faster to inhale through the mouth. It really depends on what you are used to and what the vocal task requires. I would suggest that you practice both.
@@healthyvoicetips Thank you for your response
Nice exercise but i had challenges since it's my first time
No worries, we all need some training.
So, should i breathe from diaphragam all the time or only while singing high pitch?
You sing with the diaphram all the time. it's not a matter of breathing from the diaphragm or not, it's about coordinating the muscles responsible for breathing and sound production.
I thought it was buffering when the circle went over Katrina's hand :)
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I am strugglin' to breath like that
It's a matter of practice most of the time.
Hi Karina,
Talking is the problem speaking.
Itsbeen so long, I been doing th so long i am confused wha to listen to.
Now I can't I relax my abdoman ,so yes , I do need help.
Thanks, if you can help me.
I hope you are getting the help you deserve!
Thank you, but, not yet with that.
Is this useful for growling
I am not sure. But I would say no.
Mam should I breath deeply when the high notes come?
I would say no unless you need to sustain them for a long time. It depends on the vocal style.
Should my stomach move in or out while inahling?
Out
Should I be inhaling from my mouth or nose? Thank u
It depends. When speaking, I recommend breathing through the nose. When singing, you can breathe through the mouth or nose, whatever suits your artistic goal best.
@@healthyvoicetips thank u so much!❤️
Breathing While Singing Is My Biggest Problem & I End Up Running Out Of Air & My Voice Ends Up Cracking About To Start Practicing Now
Running our of breath does not mean that you have a breathing issue. Also look at the vocal fold closure, which may leak air. Or look at diction, which may be causing some air loss.
@@healthyvoicetips Ok Great Advice Thank You
I tried this exercise and I felt dizzy also I'm having trouble doing it especially when exhaling 😭😭 help me
As I said, it is normal to feel dizzy when doing breathing exercises. Take breaks and decrease effort.
i always forget to breathe out but instead holding the breath while talking. Any suggest?
It's a matter of practice. So, just keep practicing!
@@healthyvoicetips Thank you!
i'm always out of breath when i stand up or when I talk while standing up.
Overall fitness of the body can have to do something with being our of breath. There may be other causes.
should I breathe in with my mouth or nose?
Both, but mainly nose.
It really does not matter in this exercise.
I have corona affected it's almost 12days over shall I sing the song
Start with gentle vocal exercises if you are no longer hoarse.
Why do I get light headed when I use my diaphragm? It makes me not wanna use it 😡
When you do breathing exercise, you can over-breathe, which causes dizziness. Just take a break.
I just feel a bit hard to breath from my diaphragm
Don't think about it as breathing from the diaphragm. Your body already knows how to breathe.
I had trouble maintaining a long shh
Start with short and slowly prolong it over time.
challenging..
Practice will make it easier.
Katarina H can please be my vocal coach please
I just sent you an email with some questions.
I’ll return once I quit the cigarettes.
Good luck.
Good luck, u got this!
@@bobguy4727 I did it, smoke free a year now! Feels great
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The diaphragm is an uncontrollable part of the body. You can’t breathe from your diaphragm....
Correct.