I have started doing these:
– 3 gentle pulses on “zz”, or “vv” – focus on the natural diaphragm recoil in the breathing gaps between pulses. No massive breaths (unnecessary air) needed. Take air into belly
– Octave slides: “zz”, “singggg” and “ee”, ensuring they are smooth and even, with the sound really resonating in the nose/mouth area, gently driving the pressure from the diaphragm. Enables more volume without straining or over-exerting
– “Na/nya’s” in the mid-range plus a few “yeah’s, hey’s and oi’s” to open up the range and relax the muscles into the natural calling out
Inspired by Vocal Process!