Essentially the article relates how singing can help sufferers of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - a disease which the World Health Organisation {WHO} expects to be the 3rd highest cause of death in the world in the next 15 years.
There is no cure for this disease but the benefits of singing can help slow down the effects. The reason IS that singing requires the individual to breath correctly.
A number of singers in my community chorus groups over the past couple of years have told me how their regular vocal workouts have strengthened their lungs - a fact which has also pleased their Doctor/s too!
Correct breathing is also one reason why people feel "high" at the end of a chorus rehearsal. Because breathing deeply and in a controlled manner helps to strengthen the muscles around the lungs and throat - it also oxygenates the blood, leading to that feeling of 'being alive'.
We've know for generations that swimming is good exercise for asthmatics to build up the lungs. Singing is good for the same reason - plus more.
So if you're making any New Year Resolutions on December 31st ....better put Join a Chorus at the top of the list. Plan to make 2014 a year where you engage with your voice and with your community.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
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