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Chrissy · Guest

I always sit because of my disability. I make sure to sit up straight so I can control my breathing. I've learned to make the necessary adjustments. When I perform with my theater company I also sit.

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donrandall · Guest

Sitting.

Standing would be dangerous.

I bore myself to sleep and if I am sitting, there is much less danger.

Ed Gambill · Posted: Mon Mar 17, 2008 5:25 am Post subject:

Most of the time I stand for short copy whilst leaning against a high stool. For long form I will lean and/or sit on the stool.
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CarynClark · Posted: Mon Mar 17, 2008 6:17 am Post subject:

Generally, I stand, I have more energy that way.

But, if it's a casual read, I will sit, and even slouch. My coach taught me that! I have a high chair.... and when I'm done reading, I put Cheerios on the attached table. Smile

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voicy1stef · Posted: Mon Mar 17, 2008 9:55 am Post subject:

Cheers gang!
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bobfromboulder · Posted: Mon Mar 17, 2008 2:43 pm Post subject:

I've never actually tried sitting for a read, but I can definitely tell my breath is more open when standing.

If you're interested in an electric desk like the one Connie has, check out Kare Products, Inc. I used to have one of their desks (a very large one at that) at my previous job. They also make hand-crank versions.

Travis · Posted: Mon Mar 17, 2008 5:13 pm Post subject:

Many, many years ago, while working in radio (before there was digital anything) , I found that my airchecks were always better sounding when I stood up during my shows. So I continue to stand, whenever possible.

My studio is set up with two "working" locations - one for doing "computer" work, while in a sitting position, and a separate "standing" location, with a mic, extra monitor, and keyboard for doing VO. That way, I stand for the actual VO, and if I need to do any serious editing, I can take a load off my feet while I do that, then return to standing for more VO.
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Donna · Posted: Tue Mar 18, 2008 10:33 am Post subject:

Yep. Standing.