What Exactly Makes a Good Guitar Exercise?

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What Exactly Makes a Good Guitar Exercise?

In this video, Nate breaks down the essentials of creating guitar exercises to do every day that actually move the needle in your playing.

🎸 A solid guitar exercise isn’t just about repeating the same motions—it’s about efficiency and results

🎸 We’ll show you how to spot (or create) exercises that work multiple parts of your musicianship at once, so you’re not wasting time or spinning your wheels

🎸 You’ll also learn how each exercise fits into the 7 key areas of musicianship (even if it doesn’t hit all 7 — some of the best ones don’t!)

By the end, you’ll know how to make every minute of practice count.

Ready to stop guessing and start practicing smarter? Watch now and start upgrading your routine today.