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Cathlete
Has anyone heard of or done this workout? It looks interesting, and something that DH and the kids might like (and me too!) Collage's newsletter this month had something about it:
"Are drumming workouts the next "big thing?"
"Drums Alive" is a simple concept -- you exercise by beating on a stability ball with drumsticks. The idea was invented in Germany by Carrie Ekins. It's now seen in clubs in Germany, Britain, Japan and a few US locations.
The program is easy to implement because no special equipment is required (other than ordinary wooden drumsticks). The stability balls are placed on regular step-bench risers to boost their height. Then the exercisers beat on the balls from a standing position.
The workouts are reported to "increase blood circulation, improve neurological responsiveness and increase spirits."
Could drumming really be serious exercise? Actually, yes. Clem Burke, the Blondie drummer, recently participated in a British university study. They found that his heart rate averaged 140 to 150 beats per minute. And he burned 400 to 600 calories per hour. The study's author concluded that "a drummer's fitness level needs to be outstanding."
So put down that wimpy Guitar Hero game and start playing your (stability ball) drums!"
I found a DVD available on a couple of websites for about $25. The drums alive website is http://www.drumsalive.de/index.php?dir=Start&lang=US
Has anyone had any experience with this?
"Are drumming workouts the next "big thing?"
"Drums Alive" is a simple concept -- you exercise by beating on a stability ball with drumsticks. The idea was invented in Germany by Carrie Ekins. It's now seen in clubs in Germany, Britain, Japan and a few US locations.
The program is easy to implement because no special equipment is required (other than ordinary wooden drumsticks). The stability balls are placed on regular step-bench risers to boost their height. Then the exercisers beat on the balls from a standing position.
The workouts are reported to "increase blood circulation, improve neurological responsiveness and increase spirits."
Could drumming really be serious exercise? Actually, yes. Clem Burke, the Blondie drummer, recently participated in a British university study. They found that his heart rate averaged 140 to 150 beats per minute. And he burned 400 to 600 calories per hour. The study's author concluded that "a drummer's fitness level needs to be outstanding."
So put down that wimpy Guitar Hero game and start playing your (stability ball) drums!"
I found a DVD available on a couple of websites for about $25. The drums alive website is http://www.drumsalive.de/index.php?dir=Start&lang=US
Has anyone had any experience with this?
