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Debunking Drumming Myths: Shin vs. Calf

If your shins hurt when playing double bass, then keep on reading.

There's a drumming myth that we want to debunk today.

If you've read comments on drumming tutorials online, especially on YouTube, you'll notice a common theme.

Many drummers complain about shin pain when playing double bass.

Their shin muscles burn out when playing with their feet.

Phrases like "I'm getting shin splints just watching" are more common than you'd think.

Now, let's focus on the main issue:

The misunderstanding about using the shin muscle for double bass drumming.

Many people think they have to work their shin muscles hard to be good at playing double bass.

Some even resort to weight exercises, hoping to strengthen this particular muscle.

The truth is that no matter how much you train the shin muscle, it will never match the natural strength and endurance of your calf muscles.

Our calf muscles are built to carry heavy loads and have good endurance.

Think about it.

Every day, through simple acts like walking and running, we're conditioning our calves.

In the world of bodybuilding, athletes can load more than a thousand pounds on their shoulders for standing calf raises.

Can our shin muscles do the same?

The answer is no.

So, when we shift this perspective to drumming, particularly double bass drumming, it becomes clear.

If you're struggling with endurance or power, it's not your technique that's at fault.

Instead, it might be your focus on the wrong muscle group.

The ankle technique relies on the power of the calf muscles.

It's efficient, powerful and sustainable for long double bass drumming sessions.

Remember, you don't need additional exercises or training regimes to play double bass.

If you can walk, if you can run, then you're more than equipped to master double bass drumming

It's all about leveraging the strength you already have in your calves.

Wish you a great day,

Marthyn


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