Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
→ Grab today’s exercise notation + 2 more practical & helpful pad exercises that build actual drumset skills. “3 Daily Pad Exercises for Fast, Fluid Hands” thenonglamorousdrummer.com/30-minute-pad-routine
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2:20 - What this exercise is, and why it’s so powerful
3:46 - Be sure to do this FIRST, though
5:14 - THE EXERCISE (Step 1)
7:19 - THE EXERCISE (Step 2)
7:56 - THE EXERCISE (Step 3)
9:10 - The funny thing to watch out for here…
9:59 - THE EXERCISE (Step 4)
11:38 - Here’s something this will help you be able to play…
14:27 - FULL EXERCISE DEMO (70bpm)
15:53 - The “danger” to avoid with warmup routines & exercises
17:08 - The big “BONUS STEP” for getting a ton out of this exercise (See what all you can do with this…)
Check out these additional lessons to go more in depth with your grip, motion, and doubles...
Eliminate STIFF HANDS for more speed with less effort:
youtu.be/5CIDPkgT5rQ
Build FASTER DOUBLES with these 2 grip changes:
youtu.be/p_YdQivl2XQ
Finger speed for the absolute beginner:
youtu.be/TEGBNq1etlI
If you’re dealing with sloppy hands that lack control & precision, you’re in the right place today!
What if there was one simple exercise you could practice that would solve your sloppy hands, improve your speed & precision, and help you actually grow as a drummer in just 15 minutes a day?
Well, there is! Most drummers believe they need to practice something fast & complex in order to build speed & precision, but the truth is all you need is one solid sticking to practice. This one helped me a ton when I was in college, and I still begin every practice session with it today.
Today we’re breaking down how this simple exercise works (which you can practice anywhere, anytime on a practice pad), and we’ll get you from sloppy hands with no control - To playing precisely, comfortably, and quickly… with better hand to hand coordination and freedom. YOU CAN DO THIS!
I believe that YOU can become the drummer everyone wants in their band. Anyone can learn the drums, and you’re far more capable of mastering this instrument than you think you are. Don’t sell yourself short!
SUBSCRIBE for more Non Glamorous videos that help you know what to practice so that you can gain confidence, nail songs, and be the drummer everyone wants to jam with.
Stay Non Glamorous,
Stephen
→ Grab today’s exercise notation + 2 more practical & helpful pad exercises that build actual drumset skills. “3 Daily Pad Exercises for Fast, Fluid Hands” thenonglamorousdrummer.com/30-minute-pad-routine
→ Check out thenonglamorousdrummer.com for more free e-guides, premium courses, and coaching designed to fast-track your drumming progress!
2:20 - What this exercise is, and why it’s so powerful
3:46 - Be sure to do this FIRST, though
5:14 - THE EXERCISE (Step 1)
7:19 - THE EXERCISE (Step 2)
7:56 - THE EXERCISE (Step 3)
9:10 - The funny thing to watch out for here…
9:59 - THE EXERCISE (Step 4)
11:38 - Here’s something this will help you be able to play…
14:27 - FULL EXERCISE DEMO (70bpm)
15:53 - The “danger” to avoid with warmup routines & exercises
17:08 - The big “BONUS STEP” for getting a ton out of this exercise (See what all you can do with this…)
Check out these additional lessons to go more in depth with your grip, motion, and doubles...
Eliminate STIFF HANDS for more speed with less effort:
youtu.be/5CIDPkgT5rQ
Build FASTER DOUBLES with these 2 grip changes:
youtu.be/p_YdQivl2XQ
Finger speed for the absolute beginner:
youtu.be/TEGBNq1etlI
If you’re dealing with sloppy hands that lack control & precision, you’re in the right place today!
What if there was one simple exercise you could practice that would solve your sloppy hands, improve your speed & precision, and help you actually grow as a drummer in just 15 minutes a day?
Well, there is! Most drummers believe they need to practice something fast & complex in order to build speed & precision, but the truth is all you need is one solid sticking to practice. This one helped me a ton when I was in college, and I still begin every practice session with it today.
Today we’re breaking down how this simple exercise works (which you can practice anywhere, anytime on a practice pad), and we’ll get you from sloppy hands with no control - To playing precisely, comfortably, and quickly… with better hand to hand coordination and freedom. YOU CAN DO THIS!
I believe that YOU can become the drummer everyone wants in their band. Anyone can learn the drums, and you’re far more capable of mastering this instrument than you think you are. Don’t sell yourself short!
SUBSCRIBE for more Non Glamorous videos that help you know what to practice so that you can gain confidence, nail songs, and be the drummer everyone wants to jam with.
Stay Non Glamorous,
Stephen
