Articulatory Warmup
Never start mechanical drills cold. Prepare the musculature to prevent tension and improve isolation.
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Jaw Release (1 min)
Massage the masseter muscles. Let the jaw drop open with gravity. Do not force it open.
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Lip Trills (1 min)
Blow air gently through loose lips to create a "brrr" sound. Slide up and down your vocal pitch range.
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Tongue Stretch (1 min)
Point the tongue as far out as possible, then try to touch your nose, then your chin.