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Mudbone View Member Profile	Dec 13 2012, 05:35 AM
Dec 13 2012, 05:35 AM	Learning Apprentice Player Posts: 1.750 Joined: 6-May 10 From: Charlotte, NC (residence)/Boston, MA (home) USA	I took a bit of a break from GMC, for a few different reasons. For one, I was developing a condition in my right elbow, most likely cubital tunnel syndrome. Can't say for sure because I diagnosed myself. Basically, I lost so much strength in my wrist, that I couldn't even turn the ignition on the car. Therefore, a break from playing was in order, as I'm certain that's what was causing it. The second reason for the break was just because of time - I'm in engineering school, and anybody that has studied engineering can tell you, it leaves you with very little free time. During my time off, I analyzed what I was doing wrong, and realized a few things. I was using too much tension while picking, especially while practicing tremolo picking. I was also keeping my elbow bent for long stretches of time, not only while playing guitar, but also while at the computer, writing, or even sleeping. So I started practicing picking with as little effort as possible, and taking more and longer breaks. This, combined with the two months where I didn't even touch the guitar, has helped tremendously. Unfortunately, it is starting to comeback, but not that bad. I started getting lax with the guidelines I set out for myself, and now I'm paying the price. This really just goes to show that preventing injury is something that must always be on your mind. You may think your issue has went away, but it hasn't. Anyhow, glad to be back amongst friends You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- He who laughs last thinks slowest. "That which can be asserted without evidence, can be dismissed without evidence." - Christopher Hitchens Gear: Guitars: Uncle Rufus' Twanger Classic Amps: Mississippi Boom Box Mojo: Hammer of Odin and a pair of Ox gonads Inspiration: Samuel Adams Boston Lager Zero to Hero: 1,387/10,000

Ben Higgins View Member Profile	Dec 13 2012, 10:52 AM
Dec 13 2012, 10:52 AM	Instructor Posts: 13.792 Joined: 11-March 10 From: England	Good to have you back, Senor 'Bone ! Those arm conditions are so annoying. I've been there too.. just gotta lay off as you've done and try to avoid other situations when the arm is bent for long periods. Sleeping with a bent elbow is one such thing which can bring it on. Hope to be hearing and seeing some more of that famous NC humour ! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- My Lessons My Youtube Channel My Band

Marek Rojewski View Member Profile	Dec 13 2012, 10:54 AM
Dec 13 2012, 10:54 AM	Experienced Guitar Lord Posts: 1.671 Joined: 26-May 08 From: Lodz, Poland	Welcome back! I've just started visiting again also:) You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- My Youtube channel My three lyrics: Paintings; Jester; Tiny Arrow

Ben Higgins View Member Profile	Dec 13 2012, 11:23 AM
Dec 13 2012, 11:23 AM	Instructor Posts: 13.792 Joined: 11-March 10 From: England	QUOTE (Marek Rojewski @ Dec 13 2012, 09:54 AM) Welcome back! I've just started visiting again also:) Yeah we need more of you two... 2 key members of the GMC Army You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- My Lessons My Youtube Channel My Band

jstcrsn View Member Profile	Dec 13 2012, 11:52 AM
Dec 13 2012, 11:52 AM	Learning Tone Master Posts: 3.622 Joined: 29-March 08 From: kansas, USA	just when we thought we had this sight purged good to see ya You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content!

Mudbone View Member Profile	Dec 13 2012, 09:31 PM
Dec 13 2012, 09:31 PM	Learning Apprentice Player Posts: 1.750 Joined: 6-May 10 From: Charlotte, NC (residence)/Boston, MA (home) USA	QUOTE (Ben Higgins @ Dec 13 2012, 05:52 AM) Good to have you back, Senor 'Bone ! Those arm conditions are so annoying. I've been there too.. just gotta lay off as you've done and try to avoid other situations when the arm is bent for long periods. Sleeping with a bent elbow is one such thing which can bring it on. Hope to be hearing and seeing some more of that famous NC humour ! Thanks Ben The most annoying part is staying away from the computer, in this day and age we suffer from serious Internet addiction QUOTE (Marek Rojewski @ Dec 13 2012, 05:54 AM) Welcome back! I've just started visiting again also:) Marek! Good to see you're back as well QUOTE (jstcrsn @ Dec 13 2012, 06:52 AM) just when we thought we had this sight purged good to see ya Did you seriously think I would leave you alone? You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- He who laughs last thinks slowest. "That which can be asserted without evidence, can be dismissed without evidence." - Christopher Hitchens Gear: Guitars: Uncle Rufus' Twanger Classic Amps: Mississippi Boom Box Mojo: Hammer of Odin and a pair of Ox gonads Inspiration: Samuel Adams Boston Lager Zero to Hero: 1,387/10,000

Sensible Jones View Member Profile	Dec 13 2012, 10:58 PM
Dec 13 2012, 10:58 PM	GMC:er Posts: 7.277 Joined: 2-January 09 From: London-ish. UK.	Welcome back Boney!!! I do hope you make some sort of recovery, I've been there and know how painful/annoying it can be!! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- I'd rather have a full Bottle in front of me than a full Frontal Lobotomy!!

Mudbone View Member Profile	Dec 13 2012, 11:34 PM
Dec 13 2012, 11:34 PM	Learning Apprentice Player Posts: 1.750 Joined: 6-May 10 From: Charlotte, NC (residence)/Boston, MA (home) USA	QUOTE (Sensible Jones @ Dec 13 2012, 05:58 PM) Welcome back Boney!!! I do hope you make some sort of recovery, I've been there and know how painful/annoying it can be!! Thanks Mr.Jones You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- He who laughs last thinks slowest. "That which can be asserted without evidence, can be dismissed without evidence." - Christopher Hitchens Gear: Guitars: Uncle Rufus' Twanger Classic Amps: Mississippi Boom Box Mojo: Hammer of Odin and a pair of Ox gonads Inspiration: Samuel Adams Boston Lager Zero to Hero: 1,387/10,000

Todd Simpson View Member Profile	Dec 14 2012, 02:13 AM
Dec 14 2012, 02:13 AM	GMC:er Posts: 25.297 Joined: 23-December 09 From: Atlanta, Georgia, USA	Welcome back! Very glad to hear you are working to play with less tension. It's something that the body does not want to due typically. The natural thing to do, often, is to tense up, especially when playing fast. It's important to FIGHT THIS LIKE CRAZY So your on the right track!!!!! QUOTE (Mudbone @ Dec 12 2012, 11:35 PM) I took a bit of a break from GMC, for a few different reasons. For one, I was developing a condition in my right elbow, most likely cubital tunnel syndrome. Can't say for sure because I diagnosed myself. Basically, I lost so much strength in my wrist, that I couldn't even turn the ignition on the car. Therefore, a break from playing was in order, as I'm certain that's what was causing it. The second reason for the break was just because of time - I'm in engineering school, and anybody that has studied engineering can tell you, it leaves you with very little free time. During my time off, I analyzed what I was doing wrong, and realized a few things. I was using too much tension while picking, especially while practicing tremolo picking. I was also keeping my elbow bent for long stretches of time, not only while playing guitar, but also while at the computer, writing, or even sleeping. So I started practicing picking with as little effort as possible, and taking more and longer breaks. This, combined with the two months where I didn't even touch the guitar, has helped tremendously. Unfortunately, it is starting to comeback, but not that bad. I started getting lax with the guidelines I set out for myself, and now I'm paying the price. This really just goes to show that preventing injury is something that must always be on your mind. You may think your issue has went away, but it hasn't. Anyhow, glad to be back amongst friends You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- EVERY QUICK LICK! http://bit.ly/quicklickswithtodd MY INSTRUCTOR FORUM MY SHRED JOURNEY (BOOTCAMP) LESSON NOTES/TABS MY INSTRUCTOR PROFILE @ GMC ME @ YOUTUBE.com ME @ Instagram.com ME @ TWITTER

Mudbone View Member Profile	Dec 14 2012, 02:30 AM
Dec 14 2012, 02:30 AM	Learning Apprentice Player Posts: 1.750 Joined: 6-May 10 From: Charlotte, NC (residence)/Boston, MA (home) USA	QUOTE (Todd Simpson @ Dec 13 2012, 09:13 PM) Welcome back! Very glad to hear you are working to play with less tension. It's something that the body does not want to due typically. The natural thing to do, often, is to tense up, especially when playing fast. It's important to FIGHT THIS LIKE CRAZY So your on the right track!!!!! I'm really starting to think that excessive tension is what prevents guitarists from progressing. I always go back to what you say in your weekly lessons - play with less tension. That is the real trick You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- He who laughs last thinks slowest. "That which can be asserted without evidence, can be dismissed without evidence." - Christopher Hitchens Gear: Guitars: Uncle Rufus' Twanger Classic Amps: Mississippi Boom Box Mojo: Hammer of Odin and a pair of Ox gonads Inspiration: Samuel Adams Boston Lager Zero to Hero: 1,387/10,000

Saoirse O'Shea View Member Profile	Dec 14 2012, 10:35 AM
Dec 14 2012, 10:35 AM	Moderator - low level high stakes Posts: 6.173 Joined: 27-June 07 From: Espania - Cadiz province	Nice to see you back and hope the elbow recovers fully! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- Get your music professionally mastered by anl AES registered Mastering Engineer. Contact me for Audio Mastering Services and Advice and visit our website www.miromastering.com Be friends on facebook with us here. We use professional, mastering grade hardware in our mastering studo. Our hardware includes: Cranesong Avocet II Monitor Controller, Dangerous Music Liasion Insert Hardware Router, ATC SCM Pro Monitors, Lavry Black DA11, Prism Orpheus ADC/DAC, Gyratec Gyraf XIV Parallel Passive Mastering EQ, Great River MAQ 2NV Mastering EQ, Kush Clariphonic Parallel EQ Shelf, Maselec MLA-2 Mastering Compressor, API 2500 Mastering Compressor, Eventide Eclipse Reverb/Echo.

Ben Higgins View Member Profile	Dec 14 2012, 11:22 AM
Dec 14 2012, 11:22 AM	Instructor Posts: 13.792 Joined: 11-March 10 From: England	QUOTE (Mudbone @ Dec 13 2012, 08:31 PM) Thanks Ben The most annoying part is staying away from the computer, in this day and age we suffer from serious Internet addiction Yeah, the most annoying part for me is needing to use the 'puter when it's the one thing that aggravates it the most >< You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- My Lessons My Youtube Channel My Band

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