Singing is aerobic. Aerobic activity releases endorphins which promote a feeling of well-being. A feeling of well-being brings happiness. Yes, singing requires an intake of oxygen which is invigorating. A couple of years back, when I was singing with the quartet, I had to remember to finish practicing well before 8:00 o’clock in the evening if I wished to get to sleep on time. You may have experienced the same cause and effect if you play a wind instrument.
Talking is a somewhat aerobic activity. They say friendship talking releases endorphins. Perhaps that is because we feel connected, or maybe because of the intake of added oxygen. I was reminded of this Thursday night on the way back from an outdoor concert. My cousin and I rode in the back seat to chat while her husband drove and a friend rode in the passenger seat. The stars were brilliant and we reminisced about a similar night sky when she was seven and I six years old. The olde tyme simplicity of conversation left me feeling great. A delightful evening well spent. Singing or talking can become downright intoxicating.
Frankly, since I live single, I don’t get a frequent chance to talk just for the sake of getting historic. No problem. Walking or hiking is also an aerobic activity. Walking in the great outdoors, getting a bit of exercise out in nature is another essential for that feeling of well-being.
So, here’s what I am thinking: Unless hermits hike about their caves all day long, they need to be about the business of singing. Obviously, they don’t have cousin Coni to talk with.
Verrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrry interesting indeed. Until now, I never thought much, if ever, about “Aerobic”. I exercise regularly by walking 5 miles every other day plus go across exercise equipment ie. bounce away, treadmill, thigh massager, rowing machine, etc. Will obtain much “Aerobic” by playing Paul Bunyan today chain sawing a 60 foot oak tree for my two fireplaces (one wood stove). Also I’ll be singing in the “Glory” Key of “D” of 2 sharps accompanied by the chainsaw of D minor. BTW: as you know, as well as Andrea, sharps are not exactly friendly for bflat clarinet. JOY, dear Cherry….
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Verrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrry interesting indeed. Until now, I never thought much, if ever about “Aerobic”. I exercise regularly by walking 5 miles every other day plus go across exercise equipment ie. bounce away, treadmill, thigh massager, rowing machine, etc. Will obtain much “Aerobic” by playing Paul Bunyan today chain sawing a 60 foot oak tree for my two fireplaces (one wood stove).
JOY, dear Cherry….