We’re wrapping up 2025 with a conversation that will change the way you think about the voice forever. Physiotherapist Emer Tully from Neuro Tour joins us to unravel the vital — and often underestimated — role of the pelvic floor in singing. From breathing mechanics to alignment, from recognising tightness vs. weakness, to understanding why singers, dancers, teachers and performers of all kinds should care about this powerhouse of stability, this episode is packed with practical insights and surprising – the perfect finale to a year of rich conversations.
WHAT’S IN THIS PODCAST?
0:38 Thank YOU!
5:20 Why is the pelvic floor so intriguing?
7:59 The 5 diaphragms
12:01 The function of the pelvic floor
13:53 Pregnancy & performance
16:48 Signs of a tight or weak pelvic floor & the impact on singing
21:16 Helping a singer with a tight or weak pelvic floor
30:07 Advice about the gym and methods of ‘support’ in singing
39:32 Pelvic floor & stress
45:25 Recommended resources
About the presenter HERE
RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS
Singing Teachers Talk – Ep. 201 Working with Hypermobile Singers with Sarah Algoet
Singing Teachers Talk – Ep.69 Understanding Pregnancy for the Singer and the Self-Employed with Sarah Joyce & Cat Ogden
Singing Teachers Talk – Ep.183 How to Fix Your Inhale and Transform Your Singing with Lucinda Allen
Singing Teachers Talk – Ep.191 How to Set Up the Best Exhale for Singing with Lucinda Allen
Singing Teachers Talk – Ep.120 Understanding Singing and Fitness with Duncan Rock
Anatomy of Voice by Blandine-Calais-Germain & François Germain
Michelle Edminson @mvmt.101
ABOUT THE GUEST
Emer is NEURO TOUR’s London Associate Director of Education. She qualified from Manchester University with a BSc Physiotherapy degree, and is HCPC accredited as well as a member of the CSP. She is a Vocal Specialist and a Certified Women’s Health Practitioner. She has an advanced medical acupuncture certification; APPI Matwork & Reformer Pilates training & specialises in vocal/ TMJ physiotherapy.
Instagram: @physio.emer
