Turn Five

Rock drummers work hard…very hard. In fact they require the stamina of top athletes. New research out of the Chichester University and the University of Gloucestershire in England showed that 90 minutes if drumming can raise the heart rate to 190 beats per minute which is comparable to levels achieved by top athletes. This equates to burning 400 – 600 calories in an hour. Rock concerts usually take place in venues that are hot and humid which makes conditions more extreme.

It has been suggested that this could be an alternative exercise regime for overweight youngsters who are not interested in sports.

While top athletes may perform once or twice per week - often drummers who are on tour perform every night!! This means that they have to have outstanding levels of fitness and stamina. Playing drums can be very challenging!