Warm-Up Routines

[@scs6822]

Why somedays fingers feel stiff and others not. Noticed for years. I do have a day job for years that use my hands. Also being 65 doesn't help much I assume. Any reason for this? Amazed how you can play all those instruments, reading, making sticks, videos, books, gigs. Amazed by everything. Where do get the time? I guess getting up at 5 am helps and coffee lol.

[@noahfletcher20]

Super helpful video thanks! Looking forward to watching the full warmup

[@catfishrushdie1444]

Thanks, Rick! These exercises are "just what the doctor ordered". My hands and arms are freezing when I get up this time of year.

[@josephgiarraffa6379]

Good stuff always enjoy ur time and expertise

[@justinwebb8491]

Hi Rick I'm a big fan of playing. Love your videos. So informative.

[@josephg.bradetich3064]

Thanks

[@paulstix1]

Thanks as ever for the video.

[@MandoPercussion]

As always, this is most excellent, Rick! 💪😎 I appreciate you working the mind and muscles through a variety of exercises! 🙏

[@jonasingmaredenvik]

Thanks, Rick, this is great! I have a question, or request maybe, when you do the full warm-up video, would it be possible to make two versions? One with all for traditional grip drummers and one where you cut out that part for match grip players? Then it is easy to use without needing to jump.

[@NickyCapozzi]

I enjoy your vids there great ! Excellent warm up routine just doing that routine warmed me up just right how long do u do each excersise for ? Thanks Nikki

[@jobrothberg4679]

Hi Rick great lesson. Would you use heavy sticks playing if it weren't for cymbals? I find it a lot easier to stay relaxed, play soft and articulate well on the snare and toms with heavy sticks but they sound ordinary on the cymbals. I'm still looking for stick that is a nice compromise. I guess what makes it good for the drum/practice pad (weight in the tip) is what makes it a little harsh on medium/thin cymbals

[@rickdior]

Hi My drum set stick is 55 grams (maple) and for heavier stuff 65 grams (hickory). The bead is designed in such a way that it sounds good on cymbals no matter the weight. You can see them here kzbin.info/www/bejne/paPSaKhqYq-Hqq8

[@Bill-vy3fx]

Hi Rick, Will holding rolls (single stroke) for long periods help with speed? If so how long should I hold rolls and at what bpm? Right now I can hold 16ths for a minute at 165 bpm. I'm trying to get to 200 to 220 bpm. I appreciate any help, I respect your knowledge & playing. Thanks!

[@rickdior]

I prefer to practice singles with shorter bursts. I will be posting a video about the way I practice my singles tomorrow.