Part 1: Four Strength-Training Moves to Improve Bass Drum Speed and Endurance Should drummers exercise? Time and time again professional musicians tell me they don’t want to vigorously exercise. The general consensus is that exercising might increase muscle mass, slowing down execution on the instrument. Others believe exercise will not help improve their craft. Based on basic physiology and physics, I have to wholeheartedly disagree. The right exercise is always beneficial—always. Improving your muscular control, strength, and endurance has immediate benefits. As drummers we employ our bodies, minds, and ears simultaneously to amalgamate a summation of skills. So it stands to reason that if you improve your body, you’ll be in a better position to achieve the desired results. Plus, even if you’re not required to play hard and fast on the gig for several hours at a time, it’s reassuring to know that you have the strength and mechanical […]

November 2019 Issue